SUSAN FAST
Saint James,MN
Summary
Dedicated professional with a diverse background in healthcare and education, combining practical experience in Environmental Services within a nursing home setting with a passion for Social Studies Education. Possesses strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills honed through 4+ years of experience. Eager to leverage skills and experiences to excel in a Social Studies Teaching position at Fairmont Jr./Sr. High School.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
02.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed rapport with students through encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Environmental Services Technician
The Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Lake
10.2020 - Current
- Communicated and collaborated with an average of 20 residents, families, and staff members daily to problem-solve or complete tasks.
- Maintained compliance with cleanliness and safety standards by paying close attention to detail during daily cleaning of up to 20 rooms.
- Demonstrated discretion in communication with upward of 40 residents and staff, acknowledging the diversity of the setting and adapting communication style as necessary.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by prioritizing duties based on urgency and importance.
Student Teaching
Saint James Public High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Taught 3 sections of 9th Grade United States History and 2 sections of 12th Grade United States Government, each comprised of between 20-25 students.
- Provided artistic expression activities to boost 75 students' creativity and self-expression, resulting in increased student engagement.
- Planned and executed lesson plans, including collecting necessary resources to complete a given lesson to ensure a 100% preparation rate.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Reinforced student learning of skills and materials via daily check-ins, informal assessments, and observations.
- Collaborated with the main instructor, and designed professional goals around observations and personal practice through 1:1 mentoring.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Teacher
Saint James Community Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a welcome environment.
- 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 records of student attendance and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Social Studies Teaching, History
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN12.2024
Skills
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Hard Working
- Highly Motivated
- Responsible
- Positive Reinforcement
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- History
- Google Workspace
- Empathetic
- Classroom Management
Certification
Minnesota 5-12 Social Studies Teaching License
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
02.2025 - Current
Student Teaching
Saint James Public High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher
Saint James Community Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
Environmental Services Technician
The Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Lake
10.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science Degree - Social Studies Teaching, History
Minnesota State University
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