Noelle Kent
Billings,MT
Summary
Experienced in communications and public relations, seeking an A+ position to utilize knowledge in fundraising. Eager for growth, motivated to tackle new challenges and contribute to organizational success. Recognized for attention to detail and ability to work well within a team, strong organizational skills to any project. Thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at handling multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, GDA and Crossing Guard
Billings Public School District
08.2019 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making concepts more relatable and easier to understand for students.
- Improved student safety by diligently monitoring crosswalks and directing traffic during school arrival and dismissal times.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere around the school campus by greeting students and parents with enthusiasm each day.
- Enhanced community relations by courteously interacting with parents, students, and staff on a daily basis.
- Used signs, hand signals and flags to control car and foot traffic conditions.
- Withstood adverse environmental conditions.
- Monitored traffic flow to identify safe crossing gaps.
- Interrupted traffic to allow students, parents and other pedestrians to safely cross streets.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Instructional Para Professional
Billings Public School District
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Worked closely with lead teachers to develop curriculum materials that aligned with state standards and district objectives.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and focused classroom environment.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism and dedication to their education at all times.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the school day by implementing structured routines.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Church Secretary
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Created and updated membership rosters, church documents and basic reports.
- Maintained church calendar by collecting information about upcoming events and reserving appropriate spaces for regular meetings and special activities.
- Greeted visitors, callers and members of congregation courteously and promptly
- Handled church correspondence, member database and building scheduling.
- Published, printed and mailed informative, prayerful newsletters to church members and leadership team.
- Organized volunteer schedules for various ministries and events while ensuring sufficient coverage at all times.
- Enhanced congregation communication by managing and distributing church newsletters, bulletins, and announcements.
- Strengthened community outreach through timely updates on the church website and social media platforms.
- Improved office efficiency by maintaining adequate supplies inventory levels while staying within allocated budgets.
- Enhanced guest experience by promptly responding to inquiries via phone calls or emails from both members and visitors seeking information about the church''s services or events.
- Assisted in organizing fundraising efforts that contributed significantly towards meeting annual financial goals of the church community projects.
- Supported efficient church operations with accurate record-keeping of membership information, baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Part-time Faculty
Montana State University-Billings & MSU-B College of Technology
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by addressing diverse student needs through accommodations or additional support services referrals when necessary.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their writing and critical thinking skills.
- Received consistently positive evaluations from students and peers due to engaging teaching style and dedication to student success.
- Maintained open lines of communication with students through regular office hours and prompt email responses, addressing concerns or questions efficiently.
- Assessed 20-100 student performance through exams, projects, presentations, and other evaluation methods tailored to course objectives.
Community Director
March of Dimes
01.2005 - 08.2006
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities within the community, promoting civic engagement among residents.
- Supervised on-site volunteers, providing guidance, and training.
- Increased community engagement by planning and executing various events and initiatives.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, resulting in organizational growth.
- Driven results-oriented campaigns that led to an increase in recurring donations within our network of supporters.
- Enhanced donor engagement through personalized communication and tailored stewardship programs.
- Raised significant funds by developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans and campaigns.
- Secured $1,000's in donations to fund programming for non-profit organization.
- Managed successful fundraising events for increased revenue generation and donor appreciation.
- Enhanced overall brand awareness by creating meaningful stories about our cause which were shared across various media platforms.
- Created a robust volunteer program to engage community members while increasing event participation.
Public Relations Associate
Energy Strategies and Solutions
05.2004 - 11.2004
- Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
- Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
- Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.
- Developed brand media relations strategies that bolstered community awareness and knowledge.
- Gathered information on customer opinions and adjusted plans to capitalize on current trends.
- Managed crisis communications, mitigating potential damage to organization''s image.
- Boosted company visibility through development and implementation of targeted media outreach.
- Tracked media coverage and analyzed results to measure campaign effectiveness and guide future efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Public Relations
Montana State University-Billings
Billings, MT05.
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Political Science
Montana State University-Billings
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative Support
- Data Analysis
- Event Organization
- Event Management
- Donor Relations
- Volunteer Management
- Marketing Communications
- Fundraising strategy
- Individual Giving
Eventplanningskills
- Effective at goal setting, planning ahead; coordinating; task-completion.
- Designing programs to meet needs.
- Creating a plan of action.
- Working cooperatively to brainstorm for ideas.
- Coordinating all aspects of events; promotion, organization, set-up and facilitation.
- Creating press releases and coordinated press independently and/or with support.
- Development of communication to promote and publicize the event along with its benefits.
- Supervising events to ensure a successful event.
- Following up with various attendees to establish notes for future events.
Generalofficeskills
- Effective at typing accurately (45 wpm); utilizing computer software applications.
- Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and Adobe Reader, Writer, Premium video and Photoshop; operating office equipment.
- Skills efficient in managing and organizing webpages.
- "Know how" in accounting procedures such as, receiving and preparing bill of ladings, along with accurate budget preparation.
- Efficiency in data entry and solving computer complications.
- Competency in receiving and preparing bills of lading.
Politicalpublicpolicyskills
- Effective at monitoring legislation; implementing budgetary processes.
- Working as a liaison between the Department of Labor and Industry and the MT State Capitol.
- Analyzing legislation; tracking, interpreting and researching legislative bills at the state level during legislative session.
- Preparing legislative amendments for funding and policy for ASMSUB student by-laws and constitution.
- Serving on various search committees, tenure review committees, financial and academic committees.
- Advocating for low-income persons and/or families receiving health and disability assistance by the state government.
- Encouraging voter participation.
Employmenthistory
- Instructional Para Professional, Billings Public School District
- Substitute, General Duty Aid and Crossing Guard, Billings Public School District
- Church Secretary, St. Luke's Episcopal Church
- Community Director, March of Dimes
- Public Relations Associate, Energy Strategies and Solutions
- Part-time Faculty, Montana State University-Billings & MSU-B College of Technology
- Graduate Assistant, Montana State University-Billings
- Graduate Student Senator, Associated Students of Montana State University-Billings
- Teller, Wells Fargo
- Internship, Billings Central Catholic High School
- Legislative Intern, State of MT, Department of Labor and Industry
- Temporary Office Assistant, Manpower Temporary Services, Kelly Temporary Services
Instructionskills
- Effective at producing curriculum, creating lecture material and obtaining an interactive classroom.
- Instruction of over 30 students in a classroom.
- Designing a plan for each course of study; interpersonal communications and public speaking, human resources and introduction to business.
- Devise lectures pertaining to the student's needs and the course of study.
- Development of all aspects of instruction; preparation, leading discussions, small group and individual learning patterns.
Volunteer Experience
- Episcopal Diocese of Montana/Camp Marshall - fundraising
- St. Luke's Episcopal Church - various youth related activities including events coordinating
- Sandstone PTA - volunteering and fundraising
- St. Luke's Child Enrichment Center Preschool - volunteer, fundraise, Board President
- March of Dimes - fundraising
- Habitat for Humanity - volunteering
Timeline
Instructional Para Professional
Billings Public School District
08.2021 - 12.2023
Substitute Teacher, GDA and Crossing Guard
Billings Public School District
08.2019 - Current
Church Secretary
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
08.2014 - 05.2019
Part-time Faculty
Montana State University-Billings & MSU-B College of Technology
01.2007 - 12.2008
Community Director
March of Dimes
01.2005 - 08.2006
Public Relations Associate
Energy Strategies and Solutions
05.2004 - 11.2004
Master of Science - Public Relations
Montana State University-Billings
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Political Science
Montana State University-Billings
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