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Connie Wells

Farmington,MN

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
09.2020 - Current
  • Collaborate with teachers to support the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to student’s unique needs and educational goal. Specializing in students with ASD and EBD. Provide one on one support to help students stay focused and manage their behaviors. Work closely with other staff and therapists to monitor students’ progress and adapt strategies as needed to ensure effective interventions.

Leaf Noon Supervisor

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Supervised students during noon break, ensuring a safe environment. Monitored students’ behaviors and addressed any issues effectively to maintain a positive atmosphere. Position also included tutoring second grade students using the FastBridge assessment software.

Same Day Child Care

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
11.2020 - 06.2021

Classroom leader for 15 children of essential workers during the pandemic school year. Assisted students and teachers to continue their connection during online learning. Provided assistance with school work and maintained a school day atmosphere with afternoon activities. Maintained clear communication with parents and teachers regarding students progress and any incidents during care.

Patient Service Representative

Northfield Hospital and Clinics
09.2013 - 04.2020
  • Started this position working at Northfield Hospital as the first point of contact for patients and visitors. Provided friendly and professional assistance both in person and over the phone. Job shared working in the billing department, collecting payments, answering questions regarding patients bills and maintaining facilities cash drawer. Moved to the hospital’s Farmington clinic location where again I was first point of contact for patients. Responsibilities included: scheduling appointments, checking in patients at their designated appointment time and gathering necessary demographic and insurance information. Further duties included relaying any pertinent information between the patient to physician and nursing staff.

Independently Contracted Group Fitness Instructor/SilverSneakers

UCare Insurance Company
09.2010 - 09.2013

Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.

Certified Personal Trainer

Garden of Health Personal Training Services
06.2009 - 12.2012
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new clients'' physical abilities, medical histories, and personal goals before designing tailored fitness programs.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.

Personal Training Manager / Personal Trainer

Olympus 24 Fitness Center
03.2004 - 06.2009
  • Recruited interviewed, hired, and onboarded new personal trainers by identifying individuals who demonstrated strong work ethic, passion for health and fitness, and excellent communication skills.
  • Improved overall gym revenue by upselling personal training packages and promoting additional services such as group classes, nutrition counseling, and workshops.
  • Developed a successful team of personal trainers by providing ongoing mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
  • Organized educational seminars on various health-related topics for both staff members and clientele, fostering a well-informed community within the gym setting.
  • Managed budgets for staffing expenses, staff education resources, marketing materials, equipment maintenance costs while maintaining profitability.

Law File Clerk

Walker and Associates
11.1991 - 01.1993
  • Organized and maintained files for current and discharged cases for storage. Sort, classify and file documents. Handle sensitive information and adhere to privacy policies and procedures.

Junior New Business Clerk

Mutual of Omaha/Companion of New York
04.1989 - 08.1991
  • Managed and organized client files, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Secretary Program

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA

High School Diploma -

Albia Community High School
Albia, IA
05.1986

Skills

  • Data collection
  • Crisis management
  • Adaptive learning
  • Stress tolerance
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Self motivation
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • 2024 Minnesota Department of Education/Paraeducator Title I Certification
  • Winning Strategies Conference 2024
  • 2023 CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
  • Adverse Childhood Experience, The Crisis Cycle and Trauma Informed Training
  • Best Practices for Working with Students with Emotional Disabilities/Certificate
  • Winning Strategies Conference Certificate 2023
  • 2021 PCA and CFSS support worker Training Certification
  • 2005 National Institute of Health Sciences Personal Training Certification

Timeline

Leaf Noon Supervisor

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
11.2020 - 06.2021

Same Day Child Care

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
11.2020 - 06.2021

Paraprofessional

Lakeville School District-JFK Elementary
09.2020 - Current

Patient Service Representative

Northfield Hospital and Clinics
09.2013 - 04.2020

Independently Contracted Group Fitness Instructor/SilverSneakers

UCare Insurance Company
09.2010 - 09.2013

Certified Personal Trainer

Garden of Health Personal Training Services
06.2009 - 12.2012

Personal Training Manager / Personal Trainer

Olympus 24 Fitness Center
03.2004 - 06.2009

Law File Clerk

Walker and Associates
11.1991 - 01.1993

Junior New Business Clerk

Mutual of Omaha/Companion of New York
04.1989 - 08.1991

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Secretary Program

Des Moines Area Community College

High School Diploma -

Albia Community High School
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