Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Leadership
Communication
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Kristie L. Runsabove

Kristie L. Runsabove

Harlem,Mt

Summary

Applying for the Youth Leadership Coordinator at NAEDC.

Experienced with leadership program management, ensuring teams are aligned with organizational objectives. Utilizes strategic planning and effective communication to enhance team performance. Track record of fostering collaborative and adaptable work environment.

Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Youth Leadership Coordinator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Traditional Ecological Knowledge Youth Coordinator

Aaniiih Nakoda College
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed engaging youth programs to enhance participation and community involvement.
  • Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and positive experiences for attendees.
  • Fostered relationships with community stakeholders to support youth initiatives and resource sharing.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess program effectiveness and participant satisfaction.
  • Managed scheduling and communication for diverse youth activities, optimizing resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with educators to align programs with local educational standards and objectives.
  • Created safe and positive environment conducive to learning and activities.

Aaniiih Language Teacher

Life’s Language Lodge
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • Learning the Aaniiih/Nakoda history/ language then teaching the students, making sure the students are meeting their developmental needs along with learning traditional Aaniiih/Nakoda values and life ways in a modern school setting. Making the language more common every day use and going more into dept in the language where everything is in the language from when the student enters the school til they leave for home.

Teacher

Ft. Belknap Early HeadStart
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Teacher to the 1-2yr old classroom, teaching them and showing them how to do things for themselves, how to serve themselves, how to hold utensils and crayons and such.

Food Handler

Ft. Belknap Commodity program
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Food handler assisted customers by filling their orders for the commodity program and also helped deliver goods to elderly people. Making sure the produce is intact and that it is good to serve to the customer.

Assistant Cook

Ft. Belknap Head start
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Assisted the head cook at Gilbert Horn Sr. Head Start for the summer, cooking breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the summer school kids and other programs. Cleaning the kitchen, fridge, freezer. Cooked for a large group of people.

Call Representative

IMDG
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Answering the phone for collections agency, sending emails and updates to customers.

Stacker

Ft. Belknap Forestry Thinning Crew
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Stationed on Moccasin Butte in the little Rockies, Cleaned up the timber that the sawyers cut down and piled and burned them until the area was covered then moved to the next spot to “thin” 7 am-4 pm. Seasonal because we only thinned in the summer.

Co-teacher

Ft. Belknap HeadStart (Lodgepole)
05.2014 - 04.2015
  • Helped the head teacher with students every day with what lesson she had planned and assisted the students when needed help. Showing the students how to do things for themselves and how to treat their classmates, also learning developmental milestones and reaching them for the students.

Crew Member

Ft. Belknap Forestry Camp crew
06.2013 - 08.2013
  • The crew stays at camp and helps with the firefighter’s meals, firefighting supplies, and water/Gatorade, keeping the fire camp cleaning and running smoothly.

Education

Associate of Arts - American Indian Studies

Aaniiih Nakoda College
Harlem, MT
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Hays/Lodge Pole High School
Hays, MT
05.2012

Skills

  • Reliable
  • Patient
  • Works well under stress
  • Multi-task
  • Great work ethic
  • Computer software: word, excel, powerpoint, publisher
  • Experience typing on Aaniiih/Nakoda keyboards
  • Aaniiih/Nakoda Languages
  • Youth engagement
  • Activities planning
  • Cultural history
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Cultural awareness
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Teaching

Languages

Aaniiih
Native or Bilingual
Nakoda
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Traditional Ecological Knowledge Youth Coordinator

Aaniiih Nakoda College
07.2024 - Current

Aaniiih Language Teacher

Life’s Language Lodge
09.2019 - 09.2023

Teacher

Ft. Belknap Early HeadStart
08.2017 - 09.2019

Food Handler

Ft. Belknap Commodity program
02.2017 - 08.2017

Assistant Cook

Ft. Belknap Head start
05.2016 - 09.2016

Call Representative

IMDG
02.2016 - 05.2016

Stacker

Ft. Belknap Forestry Thinning Crew
05.2015 - 08.2015

Co-teacher

Ft. Belknap HeadStart (Lodgepole)
05.2014 - 04.2015

Crew Member

Ft. Belknap Forestry Camp crew
06.2013 - 08.2013

Associate of Arts - American Indian Studies

Aaniiih Nakoda College

High School Diploma -

Hays/Lodge Pole High School

Leadership

With the position I applied for, I will do my best of what is asked of me and my performance for the Youth Leadership coordinator. I will use my skills and knowledge from previous jobs to help me be the best leader I can be for my department.

Communication

Great at communicating. If running late I'd call at least 20 minutes ahead of time that I will be late or if I have an emergency, I will be sure to Phone call, text, or email my supervisor.