Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Owen Kurtti

Scheels Sporting Goods
FARGO,ND
3
years of professional experience

Dedicated education student committed to fostering student learning and development. Experienced in instruction and communication, with a focus on building positive relationships and creating supportive environments. Skilled in adapting to individual needs and promoting personal growth through engaging activities.

Work History

Retail Sales Associate

10 Months
Scheels Sporting Goods | 10.2025 - Current
  • Delivered customer service by addressing concerns, assessing needs, and recommending tailored equipment solutions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diverse sporting equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety for customers.
  • Diagnosed issues and performed repairs on a variety of sporting equipment, including bikes, skis, snowboards, baseball gloves, and ice skates.
  • Enhanced product knowledge across multiple sports and equipment types to effectively assist customers with inquiries and service needs.

Maintenance Crew Member

1 Year 2 Months
Mt. Pleasant Public School | 06.2025 - 08.2026
  • Conducted routine maintenance of school facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness.
  • Operated various tools and equipment for repairs, including hand tools and power tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance tasks efficiently within scheduled timeframes.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance tasks efficiently within scheduled timeframe during summer break.
  • Performed routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, litter cleanup, and general landscaping tasks to maintain the appearance and safety of school facilities.

Swim instrutor/Certified Lifeguard

1 Year 9 Months
NDSU Wellness Center | 08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Instructed swimming techniques to ages 3-52, ensuring safety and skill development.
  • Instructed swimming techniques to diverse age groups, ensuring safety and skill development.
  • Monitored swimmers' progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance and confidence.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the swimming area, promoting a safe environment for all participants.

Swim Instructor

1 Year 2 Months
Cando Public Swimming Pool | 05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
  • Instructed swimming techniques to diverse age groups, enhancing skill levels and confidence.
  • Provided constructive feedback to students, promoting improvement and retention of skills.
  • Monitored pool safety protocols, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
  • Created a positive and engaging learning environment, helping students develop swimming skills while building confidence and enjoyment in the water.

Education

High School Diploma

North Star Public School | Cando ND | 05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science Education

North Dakota State University | Fargo, ND | 05-2027

Skills

Safety Awareness/Supervision
Communication Skills
Organization/Time Management
Product Knowledge
Adaptability/Problem Solving
Leadership/Teamwork
Student Engagement/Relationship Building
Collaboration with all
Customer Satisfaction
Hands-on learning
Customer Engagement
Feedback reporting
Youth Mentorship
Classroom Management

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

Scheels Sporting Goods
10.2025 - CurrentRead More

Maintenance Crew Member

Mt. Pleasant Public School
06.2025 - 08.2026Read More

Swim instrutor/Certified Lifeguard

NDSU Wellness Center
08.2023 - 05.2025Read More

Swim Instructor

Cando Public Swimming Pool
05.2023 - 07.2024Read More

North Star Public School

High School Diploma
Read More

North Dakota State University

Bachelor of Arts from Social Science Education
Read More
Owen Kurtti