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

1 Year
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
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North Dakota State University

Bachelor of Arts from Social Science Education
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Owen Kurtti