Kirsti Coutlee

Provided a sound educational program utilizing the most effective instructional and motivational techniques and maintained a safe, caring, student-centered environment that promoted high academic and ethical standards. Provided optimum learning experiences within the prescribed curriculum including lesson planning and providing planned learning experiences, which would adapt the curriculum to the specific needs of each pupil. Successfully met subject matter objectives and curriculum performance standards and ensured the continual improvement of learning for every secondary school student. Participated in curriculum development programs and demonstrated leadership and support of the administrative and educational philosophies of the schools. Evaluated pupils’ academic and social growth, kept records and created professional and educational materials using various technology and computer programs (ex. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher.) Prepared progress reports and communicated with parents as needed on pupil’s progress. Maintained a preparation-conference period each day, during which time was available for conferences and communication with students, parents and site administration. Selected and requisitioned books, instructional aids, and classroom supplies and maintained required inventory records. Created a functional and attractive environment for learning and ensured a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting and ventilation to the extent possible. Organized and facilitated student leadership events, skills competitions and other activities and participated in faculty committees.

Provided a sound educational program utilizing the most effective instructional and motivational techniques and maintained a safe, caring, student-centered environment that promoted high academic and ethical standards. Provided optimum learning experiences within the prescribed curriculum including lesson planning and providing planned learning experiences, which would adapt the curriculum to the specific needs of each pupil. Successfully met subject matter objectives and curriculum performance standards and ensured the continual improvement of learning for every secondary school student. Participated in curriculum development programs and demonstrated leadership and support of the administrative and educational philosophies of the schools. Evaluated pupils’ academic and social growth, kept records and created professional and educational materials using various technology and computer programs (ex. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher.) Prepared progress reports and communicated with parents as needed on pupil’s progress. Maintained a preparation-conference period each day, during which time was available for conferences and communication with students, parents and site administration. Selected and requisitioned books, instructional aids, and classroom supplies and maintained required inventory records. Created a functional and attractive environment for learning and ensured a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting and ventilation to the extent possible. Organized and facilitated student leadership events, skills competitions and other activities and participated in faculty committees.

Organized and supervised judging, exhibits, and activities in livestock divisions at the fair. Verbally contacted judges and veterinarians and secured letters of confirmation, contacted trophy donors to confirm their willingness to continue sponsorship and secured new donors, when needed. Worked with respective livestock committees in suggesting changes in fair book guidelines and/or show procedures and reviewing and approving the final draft of the fair book copy. Present during livestock arrival and departure times and supervising fair weigh-in. Worked with livestock committee chairs to break classes, develop a show bill, and list animals going through the auction. Routinely checked barns for livestock health concerns and contacting the designated fair veterinarian. Available at events to answer questions from exhibitors, parents, leaders, and staff. Provided computer support of entries, classes, show bills, and auction listing. Completed general clerical duties including filing and organizing confidential documents. Utilized specialized software programs to maintain and enter award and entry information into databases. Trusted liaison between multiple departments working to effectively execute the competitions and auction. Answered telephones to provide information to public, took detailed messages or transferred calls appropriately. Completed inventory of all materials needed for competitions and auction. Organized travel arrangements and daily schedules for judges. Available in office and at events to answer questions from exhibitors, parents, leaders, and staff.