Hayli Mckofka
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Elementary Education and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Nautilus Elementary School
Lake Havasu City, AZ
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance early literacy and numeracy skills.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social-emotional learning.
- Implemented individualized instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to align curriculum standards and best practices.
- Reported back to faculty advisor about personal progress, identifying areas for improvement and making plans for enhanced progress.
- Improved teaching abilities by closely monitoring teaching methods and impacts and implementing viable changes to curriculum and teaching methods.
- Took detailed notes on teaching processes before designing lessons, adapting methods to classroom types and student interests.
- Pursued every opportunity to grow abilities and take on increasing responsibility.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
Waitress
Barley Brothers Brewery
Lake Havasu City, AZ
06.2021 - 05.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-volume environment, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, improving overall dining experience and loyalty.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2026
Skills
- Student engagement
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Student support
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Nautilus Elementary School
01.2026 - 05.2026
Waitress
Barley Brothers Brewery
06.2021 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University