Whitney Kalliokoski

Skilled program director and lead lifeguard with 6 years of experience in recreational and educational settings, specializing in youth development and safety management. Proven ability to create engaging programs and effectively manage scheduling and staffing. Strong background in customer service and administrative tasks, complemented by certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Training. Committed to fostering a safe and positive environment for all participants.

Special Education Paraprofessional at Velva Public School (2024-05 – Present)

Direct one on one with student. Go to every class. Help take notes. Help other students with their homework when needed.

Lead Lifeguard at YMCA (2023-12 – Present)

• Watch the water
• Clean deck/pool
• Daily paperwork on computer
• Teach swimming lessons
• Scheduling
• Check water chemicals
• Maintain equipment

Program Director at Minot Family YMCA (2023-10 – 2023-12)

• Create programs
• Scheduling
• Fill in positions in different departments
• Lifeguard
• Worked with Sports Director
• Hiring
• Cleaning
• Front desk Lead
• Monitoring the facility
• Organizing rentals and parties

Front Desk Associate at YMCA (2023-06 – 2023-10)

• Checked people in
• Answer phones
• Register for events
• Files
• Scheduling

Front Desk Receptionist at Carrington Inn and Suites (2021-06 – 2023-06)

• Checking guests in and out
• Cleaning rooms
• Ordering supplies
• Maintenance
• Scheduling

Special Education Paraprofessional at Carrington High School (2022-10 – 2023-05)

Direct one on one with student. Go to every class. Help take notes. Help other students with their homework when needed.

Medical Records Clerk at CHI St Alexius Health Carrington (2022-04 – 2022-08)

Input all medical records for hospital as well as clinic. Telephone, fax, meet with patients/relatives and outside communities. Attended hospital meetings.

Kitchen Staff at Ely Elementary School (2020-08 – 2021-05)

Cooked meals. Dishwashing. Helped with ordering supplies. Served the students for breakfast and lunch. Cleaned all supplies. Cleaned floors.

Faith Formation Director at Oak Valley Lutheran Church (2019-02 – 2020-08)

Youth and Family, Sunday School, Confirmation, LYO, planning and taking trips with youth, mission work

Para Educator at Velva Public School (2018-08 – 2019-02)

Taught all grades, cared for disabled children, substitute taught in different classrooms

Associate in Elementary Education – MSU-Bottineau (2004-08 – 2006-05)