William Kuschel
Waseca,MN
Summary
Dynamic Training and Development Specialist with expertise in employee onboarding, performance analysis, and customized training programs. Proven track record of enhancing team communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Development Specialist
Climate by Design International
Owatonna, Minnesota
07.2024 - Current
- Developed training materials for employee onboarding and professional development.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team collaboration and communication skills.
- Assess training needs through surveys and feedback from employees.
- Utilized Learning Management System to train, analyze and track employee learning
- Created safety compliance training
- Completed safety audits and development of corrective actions
- Implemented learning management systems to track employee training progress.
- Collaborated with department leaders to align training programs with company goals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of training programs through participant feedback and assessments.
- Created instructional materials including manuals, presentations, workbooks, and handouts.
- Analyzed survey results to determine the impact of training programs across departments.
- Delivered technical training sessions for new hires and existing staff members.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing course material designs.
- Provided guidance on how to use learning management systems effectively.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop content for courses offered by the organization.
- Analyzed performance metrics to measure effectiveness of training initiatives.
- Supported onboarding of new employees by hosting orientation sessions.
- Acted as a liaison between employees and management to communicate training needs and outcomes.
Industrial Technology Teacher
Waseca Public Schools
Waseca, Minnesota
12.2012 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented technology-based curriculum for students in grades 9-12.
- Developed engaging technology curriculum for diverse student groups.
- Integrated current technology tools into classroom activities and lessons.
- Facilitated hands-on projects to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align technology instruction with school goals.
- Provided one-on-one support to students struggling with technology concepts.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Monitored student usage of technology resources during instructional time.
- Designed assessments to evaluate student progress towards mastery of technology skills.
- Conducted student assessments to measure progress and growth.
- Participated in professional development to stay updated on education trends.
- Created and maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Coordinated after school clubs focused on robotics or game design.
- Maintained records of student performance data related to technology proficiency.
- Established rules for behavior and procedures to maintain student order.
Rental Store Manager
Rent ‘N Save
Faribault, MN
11.1992 - 12.2012
- Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Trained and supervised staff to enhance customer service skills.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Oversaw inventory management and coordinated stock replenishment processes.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and manage supplier relationships.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
Master of Science - Technology Education
St Cloud State University
St Cloud, MN 08.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Technology Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MNSkills
- Training material development
- Learning management systems
- Safety compliance training
- Onboarding programs
- New hire onboarding
- Training delivery
- Training facilitation
- Customized training
- New program development
- Performance analysis
- Materials preparation
- Presentation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Employee training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Training and Development Specialist
Climate by Design International
07.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Technology Education
St Cloud State University
08.2018 - 12.2020
Industrial Technology Teacher
Waseca Public Schools
12.2012 - 06.2024
Rental Store Manager
Rent ‘N Save
11.1992 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Technology Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato