Natalie Forsyth Walters 208-819-8808

1086 E Forest Park Lane Coeur dAlene, ID 83815 Iamsmileinc@msn.com

EDUCATION
University of Idaho, B.S.Ed.
Secondary Education, Career & Technical Education/Occupational Ed
Community College of Southern Nevada
Associates General Studies

Certificates
Limited Occupational Specialist Certificate
Recovery Coach for the state of Idaho

EXPERIENCE
12+ years as a professional speaker/trainer

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Full-time Substitute Teacher

Coeur dAlene School District 9/6/2014-Present
I have taught every subject, every grade, and in every school in the CDA School District
over the last 3 years. Most recently I taught a Special Ed Language Arts/Reading course
and Sp. Ed Mathematics course at CDA High School for the first 4 months of this school
year. I was solely responsible for curriculum preparing, planning and implementing. I was
solely responsible for the testing, assessing and determining grades for 17 Special Ed
students. I was a teachers aide for 3 different teachers assisting them with various
duties for the other 3 hours of the work day. Presently I am working at Venture High
School in charge of the In School Suspension room.

Homeless Outreach Case Manager/Customer Care Coordinator

Heritage Health 2010-2014
I worked as an Americorps member for 2 years out in the field, working with the
homeless. I would assess, refer, write case management plans, and do follow-ups with
over 750 clients. The last 2 years I assisted the Providers with any patient care needs and
follow-ups. I organized and managed the womens health program. I worked with a team
to re-evaluate patients narcotic use and help to create a Pain Management Program.

Tobacco Free Specialist

Independent Contracted Facilitator 2005-2012
I teach, train and coach adults and youth about the dangers of tobacco. I conduct
trainings, workshops, and presentations dealing with alternatives to tobacco use and
second hand smoke. I train youth to make presentations to younger children to help
prevent future tobacco use. In addition, I am actively involved with the community and
work with many different organizations, participating and promoting helpful resources. I
trained over 550 youth in over 12 high school and middle schools/Teens Against Tobacco
Use (TATU)

Professional Speaker
Rockhurst University/National Seminars Training 2000-to 2012

I conducted one and two day workshops, seminars and conferences across the United
States. Some of the subjects I taught were: Conflict and Confrontation Solutions,
Leadership and Management Essentials, Knock Your Socks Off Customer Service
Training, Time Management and Organizational Skills, Assertive Communication,
Listening, Attitude Adjustment, Managing Stress, Self Esteem, Confidence Building, and
Goal Setting Techniques for Guaranteed Results. I logged over 7500 teaching hours
during the 12 years.

I also taught Corporate Certification Courses.

http://nationalseminarstraining.com/Onsite/TS_Certifications.cfm

Teacher Aide
Atlas Elementary School 2008-2009
I assisted children grades 4-5 with their computer skills. I worked in the Title 1 Program to
increase the level of reading, vocabulary and language skills for grades k-5.

Behavioral Specialist/Facilitator
Kaiser Permanente 2005-2008
I oversaw the Tobacco Cessation Program. I conducted one-hour group sessions and
followed up with the members to ensure positive results for quitting smoking and other
forms of tobacco. I met with clients individually and created a plan for their tobacco
cessation commitment. I followed up with those clients weekly until they completed the
six-week program. I represented Kaiser Permanente at community functions and charity
events.

SPECIAL TRAINING, INTERESTS, AND AFFILIATIONS

Graduate of the following organizations;

Rapport Leadership Institute
Personal Success Institute

Current member of the following organizations:

Business Professionals of Association
Family, Career & Community Leaders of America

Former member and board member of the following organizations:

Rotary Clubs International
Chamber of Commerce
Toast Masters International
Community Christian Coalition
Kootenai Alliance for Children & Families
NITFC (North Idaho Tobacco Free Coalition
IDFY (Idaho Drug Free Youth)
Enough is Enough (Substance Free Environment)
Safe & Drug Free Schools

*Professional and Personal references upon request