Susan Helgeson
Alexandria,MN
Summary
Creating a space where everyone who enters feels welcomed. A sense of belonging is vital for growth at all ages. Building positive relationships with others is what life is all about. We are all interdependent and enhance workplaces when we work together.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Mary's School
Alexandria, MN
08.2004 - 05.2022
- Provided a welcoming and caring environment for five- and six-year-olds and their families.
- Planned and implemented developmentally age-appropriate lessons and activities.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Met each child where they were at and helped them grow as much as possible.
- Communicated with parents each week with a newsletter, and answered emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
Parent Educator
ISD 206, Alexandria Public Schools
Alexandria, MN
09.1998 - 05.2004
- Provided a comfortable place for parents to share joys and concerns while raising their children.
- Organized and facilitated educational classes for families on topics such as nutrition, parenting skills, and child development stages.
Kindergarten Teacher
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.1994 - 06.1996
Kindergarten Teacher
ISD 206, Alexandria Public Schools
Alexandria, MN
08.1991 - 06.1994
Education
Bachelor of Arts - British Literature And Elementary Education
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN05-1989
Skills
- Excellent at building relationships with each person
- Stress importance of listening skills and meaningful and fun conversations
- Creative and interactive ideas come easily
- Excellent organizational skills
- Collaborates well with colleagues
- Excellent Mac computer skills, along with powerpoint and youtube communications
- Willing to learn other computer programs
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES
- Hospice Of Douglas County-I trained our family dog to be a Registered Therapy Dog and when she passed away I continue to see patients who are nearing the end of life. 2005-current
- Outreach Food Shelf-I volunteer as an Intake Volunteer. I answer phones, meet clients, take donations and provide a listening ear for people had a very hard time in their lives . 2022-current
- Alexandria United Methodist Church Care Team and Community Pizza Oven-I connect with people who are homebound, going through a recent loss, or are dealing with an illness. 2022-current
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Mary's School
08.2004 - 05.2022
Parent Educator
ISD 206, Alexandria Public Schools
09.1998 - 05.2004
Kindergarten Teacher
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.1996
Kindergarten Teacher
ISD 206, Alexandria Public Schools
08.1991 - 06.1994
Bachelor of Arts - British Literature And Elementary Education
Hamline University
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