High School Assistant
Resume:
Kathryn Elizabeth Trnka
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Chicago, IL 60613
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SUMMARY
Dynamic and creative leader with proven success in college counseling,
recruiting, and admissions. Proven ability to assist and counsel students
through the higher education. Over ten years' experience as a highly
successful admission counselor and college recruiter.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Assistant Admission Director 2008-
current
Saint Mary's University, Winona, Minnesota
. Serves as a Chicago Regional Representative for Saint Mary's
University working closely with Illinois high school guidance
counselors, high school students, as well as parents.
. Recruits high school students in a territory of 46 states.
. Recruited 18% of the class of 2014.
Assistant Admission Director 2007-
2008
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana
. Successfully developed relationships with prospective students,
which directly resulted in increased applications and acceptance in
secondary territories of Arizona and Texas.
. Evaluated over 300 applications per year, providing information for
the admission and scholarship committees; resulting in a more
effective system for assisting high school students.
. Served three years as an admission committee member, developing an
increased knowledge of college admission expectations.
Admission Counselor 2005-
2007
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana
. Served as music and art liaison for talent scholarship
consideration; providing professional assistance in the fine arts.
. Counsels and supports students in a positive manner as they
negotiate the admission process, resulting in students who are well
prepared to meet the college's expectations.
. Built relationships with prospective students, parents, high school
counselors, and Saint Mary's alumnae through college fairs,
receptions, information sessions, and high school visits.
Recruited 25% of the class of 2011 & 2012.
Wedding Coordinator 2003-
2008
St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana
. As a volunteer, facilitated 80 wedding rehearsals, partnering with
the bride, groom and church staff.
Private Vocal Coach 2002-
2005
Mishawaka, Indiana
. Instructed over 35 students through vocal instruction and
technique.
Music Teacher and Band Director 2002-
2005
Saint Monica Grade School, Mishawaka, Indiana
Saint Joseph Grade School, Mishawaka, Indiana
. As a teacher, worked with school administration to increase overall
student educational experience. Collaborated school wide lesson
plans across all disciplines.
. Conducted and directed choral work at the collegiate level.
Director of Musical Productions 2002-
2005
Saint Monica & Saint Joseph Grade Schools, Mishawaka, Indiana
. Produced and directed six plays involving over 500 elementary
students annually for three years. Increased school play
attendance by over 25% and raised over $2,000 for the school arts
program.
. Directed and educated 500 junior high students through theater
instruction. Developed summer theater programs at the high school
and collegiate levels.
EDUCATION
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana
Music Major (Voice), Bachelor of Arts
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
President 2009-current
Mid America Catholic Colleges, Chicago, Illinois
Member 2005-current
IACAC, Chicago, Illinois
Violinist 2007-2008
St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana
Theater Counselor and Coach 2002-
2004
Saint Mary's Fine Arts Camp, Notre Dame, Indiana
Cantor (Spring) 2002-
2004
St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana
Artist in Residence 2003
Saint Mary's Fine Arts Camp, Notre Dame, Indiana
Cantor (Fall) 2001-
2002
Saint Patrick's Catholic Church, South Bend, Indiana
Assistant Music Librarian 1999-
2002
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana
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