Nolan Alber

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Creative former educator adept in technology and fostering positive environments. Expertise in English language, proficient with design and other types of artistry, complemented by strong problem-solving and public speaking skills. Excellent self-taught learner with potential to fill additional creative niches as needed.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School English Teacher

Metro Schools College Prep

08.2024 - 12.2024

Utilized technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Developed relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Curated classroom library with wide range of genres and authors.

Visitor Experience Facilitator

Science Museum of Minnesota

04.2024 - 08.2024

Taught, assisted, and engaged guests as we interacted with exhibit content.
Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
Promoted continuous learning within the organization by sharing best practices and lessons learned from various facilitation experiences.

Bartender

Drift Prairie Brewing Co

08.2023 - 12.2023

Increased customer satisfaction and loyalty by providing excellent service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

ESL Teacher & Curriculum Designer

ToScool

08.2021 - 04.2023

Directed education of teenage students through various topics including Grammar, Writing, History, Science, and Computer Literacy.
Edited and designed curriculum for over 350 pages in a series of Czech history textbooks, emphasizing main ideas and readability for non-native speakers.
Designed over 450 intuitive and attractive documents using Google Docs and Google Drive.

Online English Teacher

Self-Employed

08.2018 - 08.2024

Managed self-created schedule with students from abroad.
Worked directly with parents and students to create personalized curriculum for practicing English.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English & English Education

North Dakota State University

12-2017

Skills

Mastery of English writing, reading, grammar, and punctuation in a variety of formats
Quick learner
Problem-solving skills
Organizational growth feedback
Public speaking
Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication
Teaching
Technology integration
Excellent patience and people skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google suite, audio/photo/ video editing software
Programming languages: HTML/CSS/JS, Python

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