My love for the outdoors and the yearning for new knowledge and adventure are what have led me to the most beautiful places I've had the opportunity to witness Whether it be mountain biking along the Continental Divide, backpacking through the wilderness of Glacier's backcountry, or skiing down a line of freshly fallen snow, my love and respect for nature and our environment have molded me into the person I am today
Christian Michaelis
Missoula,United States
Summary
Chris has spent more than the past decade as a leading professional in early education. Taking on the role and responsibility necessary for fostering and nurturing genuine relationships with children, Chris displays strong communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring effective collaboration with colleagues and families to empower student development. Year after year of cultivating an engaging classroom designed for individual student success, Chris has demonstrated exceptional flexibility and patience, while also championing time management and organization. Currently, Chris is pursuing his B.S. in Environmental Science at the University of Montana as a full time student.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Member
Jimmy John's
Missoula, MT
12.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health standards
- Used effective communication to collaborate with coworkers to ensure timely preparedness
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in restocking supplies to meet demand fluctuations
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, ensuring high satisfaction levels
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments
Site Host
LOGE (Brand Retired 2026)
Missoula, MT
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Welcomed guests, ensuring positive first impressions and smooth arrivals.
- Effective communication between supervisor and coworkers during busy hours, minimizing wait time and maximizing product output
- Resolved guest inquiries and concerns promptly, contributing to high satisfaction levels.
- Prepared cafe foods and beverages following health and safety guidelines
- Organized, provided maintenance, and kept record of amenities from gear shop (mountain bikes, paddle boards, kayaks)
Lead Teacher
Missoula Community School
Missoula
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Fostered a positive (and organized) learning environment, encouraging student engagement, collaboration, and creative expression, enhancing overall classroom morale.
- Implemented evolving lesson plans, tailored specifically to what the children were interested in and wanted to explore (Transportation, the Postal system, dinosaurs, and art/expression)
- Coordinated with parents and staff to create individualized education plans, resulting in strengthened support systems for diverse learning needs.
Early Childhood Educator
King's Kids
Butte, MT
10.2015 - 08.2024
- Developed and integrated new educational opportunities, fostering creativity and curiosity while aligning with developmental benchmarks.
- Assessed children's progress through regular evaluations, enabling targeted interventions that resulted in marked gains in learning.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities, promoting teamwork among children and enhancing social skills through shared learning experiences.
Education
B.S. - Environmental Science
The University of Montana
Missoula12.2027
Montana Technological University
Butte, MT05.2024
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competency
- Emotional intelligence
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Food Safety
- Food Service/Prep
- CPR/First Aid
- Unrelenting Patience
- Team collaboration
- Customer Service
Interests
Timeline
Crew Member
Jimmy John's
12.2025 - Current
Site Host
LOGE (Brand Retired 2026)
08.2025 - 02.2026
Lead Teacher
Missoula Community School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Early Childhood Educator
King's Kids
10.2015 - 08.2024
B.S. - Environmental Science
The University of Montana
Montana Technological University