Tawnee Wood
Mt Pleasant,UT
Summary
Accomplished medical professional and educator with 28 years experience in serving diverse and at risk populations. Expertise in fostering inclusive environments that support the mental, physical, and educational well-being of patients, students, and community members. Recognized for delivering compassionate care and advocating for underrepresented groups in healthcare and education. Committed to creating safe spaces that inspire hope understanding, and inclusivity for individuals in need.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Coach, Instructor, Tutor, Advisor, Coach
Wasatch Academy Boarding School
01.2018 - Current
- Elevated learning outcomes by implementing constructive and adaptive feedback methods.
- Developed ability to assist students exhibiting diverse mental, physical, and emotional challenges.
- Attained cultural competence among LGBTQ+, ESL, and international students.
- Enhanced learning results through customized strategy development after evaluating student necessities.
- Coordinated housing support for students facing critical situations.
- Tailored educational approaches for effective engagement of individual learners.
- Listened actively to identify and prioritize students' needs, enhancing their experience within the unique boarding school setting.
- Contributed in a diverse number of roles in order to gain trust and give support to all students.
- Enhanced parent involvement through weekly emails to discuss their childs achievements and where the student could benefit from further support.
Work Study Supervisor
Wasatch Academy Coffee House
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Served as a liaison to facilitate clear and effective communication between management and student employees
- Oversaw practical professional experiences for international students preparing to pursue higher education in the U.S
- Provided meaningful support to boarding school students through a distinctive service- oriented role fostering rapport and trust.
- Ensured student employees gained valuable experience in a supportive and respectful environment.
- Fostered positive dynamics by implementing a "teach by example" approach which focused on mutual respect.
Customer Service/Floral Designer
Farmers Floral
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Fostered positive interactions with the community and coworkers to enhance integration into the small-town environment.
- Consulted with grieving families, offering them time, patience and support during their grieving process.
- Encouraged coworkers to prioritize kindness and safety with the customers we served and services we offered.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and unique floral designs tailored to individual preferences.
Owner and Designer
Tawnee Artesian Jeweler and Design
02.2015 - Current
- Fabricated and designed fine jewelry keepsakes as complimentary mementos for grieving families.
- Collaborated with mortuaries to offer complimentary and customized keepsakes for grieving families.
- Facilitated relief for mourning families by conducting home visits to assess their needs.
- Produced tailor-made jewelry to celebrate athletic championships for physical representation of their accomplishments.
Business Co-Owner
Homespun Decor
01.1996 - Current
- Managed strategies for optimizing production processes, pricing models, sales performance, and client engagement.
- Directed end-to-end project development, managing all phases from initial design to successful deployment.
- Executed and supervised comprehensive home improvement projects at no cost for disadvantaged military families.
- Volunteered expertise by painting vibrant wall art for children from underprivileged children or families in crisis.
- Created murals for The Christmas Box House to enhance the living spaces and provide a more comforting environment for children in foster care.
- Collaborated with families to identify needs and align on design specifications.
- Organized and led volunteer efforts to construct and repair homes for families facing hardships.
BSW Practicum
Intermountain Sexual Abuse Treatment Center
09.1993 - 04.1994
- Maintained comprehensive records of each treatment session.
- Demonstrated empathy and maintained a sense of security in community outreach efforts.
- Developed strong skills through consistent communication with school and advisors.
- Reviewed and upheld confidentiality guidelines within the organization.
- Strengthened and increased my ability to empathize with victims and protect confidential information.
- Provided support during therapeutic sessions and facilitated group activities.
- Provided care to sexual offenders with non-judgement and dignity while clearly communicating treatment expectations.
Office Manager/Patient Care/HR
CJ Graham, M.D
03.1991 - 11.2015
- Administered budgeting aspects related to office supplies, mail processing, and pharmaceutical needs.
- Conducted thorough analysis to pinpoint improvement opportunities within the work environment.
- Ensured adherence to relevant laws and regulations regarding employment and billing practices.
- Gained extensive proficiency in CPT guidelines, ICD-10 standards, and pharmaceutical prescriptions
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy of medical documents and personnel records.
- Developed and facilitated training sessions to improve employee performance and address areas for growth.
- Conducted interviews and hired prospective employees.
- Trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Fostered a culture that prioritized integrated care and successfully maintained a collaborative team environment.
- Provided patients from diverse communities with a safe and supportive environment.
Foster Parent
Utah State Foster Care Services
06.1991 - 06.1992
- Attended court hearings when necessary to advocate for the best interests of the children.
- Provided 24/7 supervision, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
- Supported the recovery process of both a teenage abuse victim and perpetrator through dedicated care and guidance.
- Mentored a foster child in developing essential life skills to prepare for independent living.
- Fostered positive relationships with biological families, facilitating visits and communication where appropriate.
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and family to ensure the child's needs were effectively met.
Adult Literacy Instructor
Utah State University
09.1990 - 01.1992
- Facilitated literacy development by aiding non-reading adults in acquiring reading skills.
- Tailored instructional methods to address unique needs of adult learners.
- Enhanced the morale of self-conscious adult students through positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Planned, organized, and taught lessons for illiterate adult learners, focusing on speaking, reading, and writing the complexities of the English language
- Cultivated an environment where students felt confident and motivated, leading one student to author a children's book about the importance of learning to read.
- Expressed pride in every success achieved by the students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work And Humanities
Utah State University
05-1994
Spalding Certified Teaching Instructor-SCTI - Multisensory Reading And Writing
Spalding Education
Nibley, UT12-2004
Certificate - Court Appointed Special Advocate Certificate
Cache County Court House
Logan04-2014
Homeopathy - Homeopathic Medicine
Butterfly Expressions
Dayton04-2014
Skills
- Cultivated, productive learning environments
- Demonstrated skill in recognizing and evaluating needs to facilitate quick intervention
- Coordinating the identification and use of resources
- Instruction flexibility and student-centered awareness
- Established effective operations and management solutions
- Created inclusive educational spaces for at-risk and minority populations
- Developed active listening
- Advised and instructed students from multicultural backgrounds
- Attained nimble problem-solving techniques
- Educated in general medicine, surgical, and pharmaceuticals
- Assist students with their reintegration into the academic environment following a residential treatment program
- Attained cultural competence among LGBTQ, ESL, and international students and patients
Accomplishments
- Co-authored Have Kids, Will Travel, a guide to family-friendly travel and positive experiences in Utah.
- Certified in Spalding Method of Reading and Writing. A multisensory approach to the English language. IMSLEC-certified for dyslexia instruction.
- Body Talk certification for alternative trauma healing.
- Trained in Homeopathy.
Education and Training
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Timeline
Work Study Supervisor
Wasatch Academy Coffee House
11.2023 - 06.2024
Customer Service/Floral Designer
Farmers Floral
02.2021 - 03.2023
Academic Coach, Instructor, Tutor, Advisor, Coach
Wasatch Academy Boarding School
01.2018 - Current
Owner and Designer
Tawnee Artesian Jeweler and Design
02.2015 - Current
Business Co-Owner
Homespun Decor
01.1996 - Current
BSW Practicum
Intermountain Sexual Abuse Treatment Center
09.1993 - 04.1994
Foster Parent
Utah State Foster Care Services
06.1991 - 06.1992
Office Manager/Patient Care/HR
CJ Graham, M.D
03.1991 - 11.2015
Adult Literacy Instructor
Utah State University
09.1990 - 01.1992
Bachelor of Science - Social Work And Humanities
Utah State University
Spalding Certified Teaching Instructor-SCTI - Multisensory Reading And Writing
Spalding Education
Certificate - Court Appointed Special Advocate Certificate
Cache County Court House
Homeopathy - Homeopathic Medicine
Butterfly Expressions
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