- American History
- Economics
- Government
Jane Sottrel
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated history graduate with experience teaching students in afterschool and classroom settings. Skilled in lesson planning and clear communication. Eager to expand subject knowledge and teaching practice at Northwestern to become a secondary history educator.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kid's Club Leader
Creative Soul Camp
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Planned and facilitated engaging arts and culinary classes for 1st-4th grade children
- Collaborated with a team of 6 to supervise 40+ students
- Designed an inclusive lesson plan inspired by my favorite indigenous artist, Wendy Redstar
Collections Assistant
Helen Louise Allen Textiles Gallery
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Exercised best-practice standards in shipping and handling of historic textiles
- Collaborated with a curator to host an event presenting the gallery's collection of Hmong Babycarriers
Sales Associate
Pinwheel Toys
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Developed strong customer relationships through personalized service.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and product availability.
- Trained new sales associates on store policies and customer service standards.
Volunteer Preschool Aid
Goodman Community Center
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Communicated effectively with preschool students in both English and Spanish
- Assessed English language skills and provided progress updates to parents and guardians
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Wisconsin Madison
Madison, WI05-2025
Skills
- Childcare
- Lesson Planning
- Elementary Education
- Communication
- History
- Research and Writing
- Collections Management
Interests
Timeline
Kid's Club Leader
Creative Soul Camp
03.2023 - 05.2025
Collections Assistant
Helen Louise Allen Textiles Gallery
01.2022 - 01.2024
Volunteer Preschool Aid
Goodman Community Center
10.2021 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
Pinwheel Toys
04.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Wisconsin Madison