LOGAN TOSTERUD
Elk Grove Village
Summary
Dedicated individual with a passion for helping students achieve success in and out of the classroom. Experience working with students of all ages in a variety of educational settings. Skilled at behavior management, classroom organization, instruction, and meeting the individual needs of each student. Committed to fostering a safe, positive learning environment for all students.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Mead Junior High - School District 54
Elk Grove Village
08.2025 - Current
- Supported students with special needs during lessons and transitions.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
ELK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
Elk Grove Village
06.2025 - Current
- Communicated regularly with students regarding performance expectations and provided constructive criticism when needed.
- Provided individual instruction and feedback on technique, skill development, game strategy, and sportsmanship.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable rules set forth by school district policies as well as state athletic association regulations.
- Created a safe environment for athletes by monitoring behavior at practices and games.
- Utilized innovative teaching methods to engage players during practice sessions while fostering a sense of camaraderie among teammates.
- Established clear goals that enabled teams to reach peak performance levels during competitions.
- Served as a role model for student-athletes by exhibiting excellent sportsmanship both on and off the field.
Volunteer
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE
Platteville
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Demonstrated interpersonal abilities by working collaboratively with other volunteers on various projects.
- Participated in community clean-up and enrichment projects.
Athletic Field Maintenance
ELK GROVE PARK DISTRICT
Elk Grove Village
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Insure fields are playable and safe for use by regular mowing and marking according to specification of different sports.
- Regular setting up of nets, bases and other equipment and inspection to insure all equipment is in good working order for proper usability.
- Acted as crew chief for small teams of grounds crew providing direction and encouragement when supervisor was not present.
Education
Freshman Year - Human Health Performance, Physical Ed.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI, USSkills
- Effective communication
- Teacher assistance
- Helping students with special needs
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Athletic Field Maintenance
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Paraprofessional
References
- Kelly Cortez, Instruction Assistance, Special Education Teacher and Coach, (847) 718-4751, kelly.cortez@d214.org
- Daniel O'Donnell, Assistant Athletic Director, Var. Football Coach, (847) 718-4751, daniel.odonnell@d214.ord
Volunteer Experience
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE, Platteville, WI, 04/01/25, 04/30/25, Demonstrated interpersonal abilities by working collaboratively with other volunteers on various projects., Participated in community clean-up and enrichment projects.
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Mead Junior High - School District 54
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
ELK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
06.2025 - Current
Volunteer
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE
04.2025 - 04.2025
Athletic Field Maintenance
ELK GROVE PARK DISTRICT
05.2024 - 08.2024
Freshman Year - Human Health Performance, Physical Ed.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
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