Olivia Kosowski

3122 Xkimo St., Anoka, MN 55303 * 651-324-5282 * kosow022@d.umn.edu

Teacher Candidate

● Dedicated to my students' success regardless of their ability or background. I believe in

providing my students with encouragement and support.
● Understands the importance of developing and maintaining rapport with my students.
● Communicates effectively and clearly with students. Sets clear expectations.

Education

University of Minnesota Duluth Expected Graduation: May 2022

Teaching Communication Arts and Literature B A A
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate

Century College Graduation: December 2018

Education AS

Licensure

State of Minnesota: Expected Licensure: June 2022

Communication Arts and Literature Grades 5-12

Teaching Experience

Practicum Student
Two Harbors High School, Two Harbors, MN, September 2021-Present
● Observing and assisting in a 7th and 10th grade English classroom.
● Creating engaging and relevant lessons.
● Supporting students one-on-one.
● Fostering a professional student-teacher relationship.

Practicum Student
Richard J Elkington Middle School, Grand Rapids, MN, January-May 2021
● Observed and assisted in a 7th grade English classroom.
● Supported and encouraged practicum students.
● Encouraged students to participate in classroom activities.
● Created fun and dynamic lesson plans.
● Discussed and reflected on teaching methods with cooperating teacher.

Practicum Student
Richardson Elementary School, North St. Paul, MN, September-December 2018
● Observed and assisted multiple teachers in K-5th classrooms.
● Helped one-on-one with special education students.
● Kept students on task.
● Helped run special education reading groups as needed.

Practicum Student
St. Croix Preparatory Academy, Stillwater, MN, January-May 2018
● Observed and assisted in a 10th and 11th English classroom.
● Created and ran a seminar on the book The Things They Carried.
● Encouraged students to participate in discussions.
● Fostered a respectful and engaging learning environment.

Other Work Experience

McDonalds Shift Manager, Stillwater, MN, April 2014-Present

● Create and plan out entire shifts
● Field questions from employees and customers
● Handle technical issues
● Make sure everyone is following safety protocols
● Maintain a productive and respectful work environment
● Count drawers and safe each day
● Foster a close yet professional relationships with my employees
● Set and maintain expectations
● Communicate efficiently and respectfully with employees and customers