Nadine Johnston
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Personable and resourceful individual with strong organizational skills and positive, upbeat attitude. Familiar with essential business operations and financial management, possessing strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Capable of driving successful outcomes and fostering relationships to enhance business performance. Evaluates as a wrestling official real-time situations requiring quick, accurate decisions.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Whistle In Hand, LLC
01.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Contributed positively to the local community through involvement in various events or charitable organizations.
Senior Review Specialist
AlloSource
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Leveraged technology to enhance review processes, resulting in time savings and improved accuracy rates.
- Enhanced review accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing quality control measures.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new hires, facilitating their seamless integration into the team.
- Successfully managed multiple competing priorities, balancing workload and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality reviews.
- Managed a high volume of reviews within tight deadlines, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction.
Tissue Recovery Technician/Tissue Recovery Coordinator/Supplies and Facilities Specialist/Quality Assurance Coordinator
Iowa Donor Network
01.2005 - 04.2021
- Developed, implemented, and operated network system infrastructure and procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by conducting regular audits of tools, equipment, and inventory levels, leading to cost savings and reduced waste.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client inquiries and concerns related to their accounts or assets in the recovery process.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for complex recovery challenges.
- Streamlined recovery processes, reducing downtime and improving overall productivity.
K-5th Grade Level II and Level III Special Education Teacher
College Community School District
08.2000 - 08.2005
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
5th-8th Grade Level I, Level II, and Level III Special Education Teacher, 7th Grade Math/Language Teacher
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District
08.1991 - 08.2000
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Multi-categorical Resource Teaching (K-6)
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IABachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education (K-6)
Iowa State University
Ames, IAElementary Education (K-6), Special Education (K-6)
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IAOne-year Bible Degree - Bible
Faith Baptist Bible College
Ankeny, IASkills
- Workflow Coordination
- Documentation Expertise
- Strategic Business Planning
- Partnership Development
- Operational Data Analysis
- Budget Management
- Trustworthy Professional
- Analytical Visual Communicator
Wrestling Honors and Activities
Official:
25 years Folkstyle Wrestling Official
2 years Freestyle-Greco Wrestling Official
6 time National Scholastic Duals Wrestling Official
National Tournament Wrestling Official-AAU, USA, NHSCA, RMN, Tyrant
State Tournament-Post Season Selections:
Colorado State-Post Season
Indiana Girls State-Post Season
Iowa Boys and Girls State-Post Season
Texas Post Season
Honors:
2024 Amateur Athletics Union Female Official of the Year
2024 Iowa Amateur Athletics Union Trailblazer/Leadership Award
2024 National Federation of High Schools Iowa Official of the Year
2024 Charlotte Bailey Award
2023 Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Official Association Presidents Award
Iowa Special Olympics Outstanding Volunteer Award
Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team Outstanding Service Award
1st Female Official Selected for Iowa's State Wrestling Tournament
Committees, Evaluator, Trainer, Scorekeeper, Presenter:
Colorado High School State Selection Committee and Evaluator
Iowa Girls High School Officials Advisory Committee, State Selection Committee, and Evaluator
USA Women's National Wrestling Tournament Evaluator
NCAA National Wrestling Tournament Scorekeeping Trainer
NCAA Division I, II, and III National Wrestling Tournaments Scorekeeper
Iowa High School State Traditional and Dual Team Wrestling Tournaments Scorekeeper
Colorado High School Activities Association Leadership Summit Presenter
Scholastic Duals Rookie Clinic Presenter
Washington Wrestling Officials Association Presenter
Women's Officials Network Connection Clinic Presenter
Associations:
Amateur Athletic Union
Central Iowa Wrestling Officials Association
Colorado Wrestling Officials Association
Eastern Iowa Wrestling Officials Association and Past Executive Committee
Indiana High School Athletic Association
Iowa High School Athletic Association
Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union
Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association
National Wrestling Officials Association
Pikes Peak Wrestling Officials Association
Texas Wrestling Officials Association
Women's Officials Network
Washington Officials Association
USA Wrestling
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Whistle In Hand, LLC
01.2024 - Current
Senior Review Specialist
AlloSource
08.2021 - 01.2024
Tissue Recovery Technician/Tissue Recovery Coordinator/Supplies and Facilities Specialist/Quality Assurance Coordinator
Iowa Donor Network
01.2005 - 04.2021
K-5th Grade Level II and Level III Special Education Teacher
College Community School District
08.2000 - 08.2005
5th-8th Grade Level I, Level II, and Level III Special Education Teacher, 7th Grade Math/Language Teacher
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District
08.1991 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science Degree - Elementary Education (K-6)
Iowa State University
Elementary Education (K-6), Special Education (K-6)
University of Northern Iowa
One-year Bible Degree - Bible
Faith Baptist Bible College
Master of Arts Degree - Multi-categorical Resource Teaching (K-6)
University of Iowa
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