Traci Walkowski
Cambridge,MN
Summary
Passionate Educator with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in developing curriculum based on current best teaching practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agriscience Instructor and FFA Advisor
Saint Francis Public School
08.2021 - Current
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Secured grants for classroom resources and equipment upgrades, enhancing the overall quality of education offered within the Agriculture program.
Agriscience Instructor and FFA Advisor
Battle Lake Public School
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Enhanced student understanding of agricultural concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Incorporated experiential learning techniques such as gardening, composting, and animal husbandry into coursework to provide practical skills training for future careers in agriculture.
- Addressed diverse learning needs by differentiating instruction and providing accommodations for students with special needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops, keeping current on industry trends and best practices for agricultural science education.
Hardware and Garden Center Sales Associate
Menards
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Tracked the growth of various plants through careful monitoring and accurate record-keeping, ensuring their optimal health and appearance for sale.
- Successfully managed high volumes of client inquiries during peak seasons like spring planting or holiday tree shopping.
- Boosted sales revenue by offering personalized recommendations based on individual client preferences and landscape requirements.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of horticulture trends, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers at all times.
- Assisted customers with selecting appropriate plants, shrubs, and trees for their specific needs and environments.
- Achieved company goals for upselling products like fertilizers, soils, and mulches by educating customers on their benefits for plant growth.
- Educated customers on proper planting techniques, maximizing the health and longevity of their new plants.
Education
Agricultural Education M.Ed -
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Agricultural Education-Leadership and Communication B.S. -
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
05.2016
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Relationship Building
- Online Teaching Experience
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Instructional Design Knowledge
- Curriculum Development Expertise
Certification
- Minnesota Teaching License for Agricultural Education (Grades 5-12), Spring 2017, 2023
- Minnesota Teaching License for Teacher Coordinator of Work-Based Learning (Grades 9-12), Spring 2017, 2023
Affiliations
- Minnesota Farm Bureau
- Minnesota Association of Agricultural Educators
Timeline
Agriscience Instructor and FFA Advisor
Saint Francis Public School
08.2021 - Current
Agriscience Instructor and FFA Advisor
Battle Lake Public School
07.2017 - 07.2021
Hardware and Garden Center Sales Associate
Menards
06.2014 - 12.2016
Agricultural Education M.Ed -
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Agricultural Education-Leadership and Communication B.S. -
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
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