Christine Ehn
Pocahontas,IA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator with 35 years of experience, excited to start a new career chapter. Seeking an opportunity to transfer my key skills and strengths into a logistics and operations role. Bringing a strong work ethic, energy for working in a productive and engaging environment, and an eagerness to learn.
Overview
1
1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Adjunct Instructor
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated instruction, assignments, grading, office hours, and student support to meet multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Assessed student needs and adjusted instruction and support strategies to address challenges and enhance learning outcomes.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with students and colleagues through written and verbal channels.
- Utilized technology platforms and digital tools to organize coursework, assess progress, and provide timely updates.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance records and student grades using the instructor gradebook.
High School English Teacher / Earlybird Communications Instructor
Pocahontas Area Community Schools
Pocahontas, IA
08.2014 - Current
- Managed instruction, materials, schedules, assessments, and records for approximately 110 students in English 10 and English 11, along with college-level composition students.
- Analyzed assessment data through the Weave platform to identify improvement areas and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Communicate expectations, progress, and feedback clearly to students, families, and colleagues.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing effective procedures, resources, and strategies to enhance their teaching performance.
- Coordinated multiple projects and responsibilities, ensuring deadlines were met with high accuracy.
- Serving on the District Leadership Team and presenting ideas and strategies during professional development.
Middle School/High School English Teacher / Earlybird Communications Instructor
Laurens-Marathon Community Schools
Laurens, IA
08.1995 - 05.2014
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Chariton Community Schools
Chariton, IA
08.1992 - 05.1995
Pool Manager
Earl Mackie Swimming Pool
Laurens, IA
06.2005 - 06.2012
- Managed daily operations and facility maintenance, and enforced safety
- Planned swimming lessons, coordinated pool events, and completed administrative tasks
- Ordered supplies to maintain inventory levels and support operational needs., scheduled staff, and provided customer service.
Summer Ball Concession Stand Manager
Laurens Summer Ball Program
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Managed daily operations of concession stand during summer baseball events.
- Oversaw daily operations of concession stand during community events
- Ordered and monitored inventory, prepared opening shifts, scheduled volunteers, and upheld cleanliness standards
Household Manager
02.2000 - 08.2025
- Designed and implemented daily routines, coordinated schedules, school activities, and medical appointments
- Managed household operations for a family of six, balancing professional responsibilities and family needs
- Mastered strong skills in prioritizing, planning, multitasking, and managing changing demands.
Education
Master of Science - Education, School Counseling 7-12
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE05-1999
Bachelors of Science - Education, English Education, Special Education
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-1992
Skills
- Professional
- Strong Work Ethic
- Organization & Time Management
- Leadership
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Record management
- Problem Solver
- Dependable and Responsible
- Collaboration & Relationship Building
- Learner
- Experience using Google Workspace, digital gradebooks, learning management systems, instructional technology tools, and online communication systems
Certification
18 graduate hours in English, National Teaching Certification November 2003, Early Adolescence/English Language Arts
Timeline
Communications Adjunct Instructor
Iowa Central Community College
01.2019 - Current
High School English Teacher / Earlybird Communications Instructor
Pocahontas Area Community Schools
08.2014 - Current
Summer Ball Concession Stand Manager
Laurens Summer Ball Program
06.2009 - 06.2012
Pool Manager
Earl Mackie Swimming Pool
06.2005 - 06.2012
Household Manager
02.2000 - 08.2025
Middle School/High School English Teacher / Earlybird Communications Instructor
Laurens-Marathon Community Schools
08.1995 - 05.2014
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Chariton Community Schools
08.1992 - 05.1995
Master of Science - Education, School Counseling 7-12
Wayne State College
Bachelors of Science - Education, English Education, Special Education
University of South Dakota