Julie Swenson
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Independent School District 622
North Saint Paul, MN
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Teacher
South Washington County School District
Cottage Grove, MN
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Sales Manager
The Saint Paul Hotel
St. Paul, MN
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Gained market share in new sales performance through aggressive team training.
- Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Researched and communicated competitive activity to influence marketing plans and sales tactics.
- Attended trade shows for in-person engagement and network building.
- Prospected for new business using databases and other strategies to generate sales.
- Prepared sales production reports for senior management.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
- Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising quality standards.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN12-2018
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Client Relationship Management
- Key account development
- Exceptional multi-tasker
- Consultative and relationship selling
- Sales Tracking
- KPI analysis and tracking
- Territory sales management
- Product and service management
- Reviewing student data and information for accuracy Engagement
- Goal Setting
- Testing and grading
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Classroom restocking
- Clear public speaking skills
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Subject matter expertise
- IEP planning
Certification
- Minnesota Teaching License: Kindergarten through Sixth Grade, File number 505385
Timeline
Teacher
Independent School District 622
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
South Washington County School District
01.2017 - 06.2020
Sales Manager
The Saint Paul Hotel
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Minnesota Teaching License: Kindergarten through Sixth Grade, File number 505385
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Hamline University
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