Theresa Vaagen
Wahpeton,ND
Summary
Dynamic educator and financial technician with a proven track record in the Fargo Public School District and USDA Agricultural Research Services. Demonstrated excellence in classroom management and differentiated instruction while ensuring budget compliance through effective financial forecasting. Known for leveraging technology to create engaging learning experiences and implementing innovative lesson plans. Career goals include further enhancing pedagogical strategies and financial oversight within educational settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Fargo Public School District
Fargo, ND
09.2018 - Current
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Supported diverse cultural backgrounds in the classroom setting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
Budget & Financial Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Services
Fargo, D
07.2021 - 02.2025
- Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
- Processed statistical files after month-end closing.
- Provided guidance on proper expense coding methods when necessary.
- Completed monthly operational reviews to check budget compliance and identify areas in need of adjustment.
- Illustrated concepts with charts and graphs showing historical and forecasted trends.
- Performed budget formulation work involving review and preparation of budget estimates and financial plans.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Compiled and reviewed procurement data to make effective projections.
- Monitored expenditures throughout the year to ensure compliance with approved budgets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Valley City State University
Valley City, ND12-2017
Associate of Applied Science - English Education
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND12-2014
Skills
- Activity management
- Test proctoring
- Creative problem solving
- Discussion facilitation
- Lesson implementation
- Video conferencing
- Student tutoring
- Parent-teacher communication
- Reporting and documenting
- Lecturing and teaching
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Group instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
Certification
- Educators Professional 2-year License expires 11/26
Timeline
Budget & Financial Technician
USDA Agricultural Research Services
07.2021 - 02.2025
Substitute Teacher
Fargo Public School District
09.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Valley City State University
Associate of Applied Science - English Education
North Dakota State College of Science