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Kenzie Mader

Longmont,CO

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social-emotional, and learning skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

University Preparatory Schools
07.2023 - Current
  • 3rd grade
  • 2nd-5th grade English Language Development
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into curriculum.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.

Assistant Director

Longmont Tutoring Excellence
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted Director in developing innovative programs to improve students' academic performance and retention rate.
  • Boosted student confidence with personalized tutoring sessions tailored to individual learning styles.

Academic Tutor

Results Learning LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided support in Math and Literacy for struggling students through one-on-one mentoring and small group instruction sessions.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.

Equine Manager and Trainer

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Managed daily operations of the equine facility.
  • Improved overall facility efficiency by streamlining processes and optimizing staff schedules.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to develop individualized care plans for each horse, addressing specific health concerns.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support to help them succeed in their roles.

Education

Graduate Coursework and Teacher Licensure - Elementary Education

PEBC Teacher Residency Program
Denver, CO
03.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Philosophy

Hope College
Holland, MI
01.2018

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Adaptability
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • ESL- English as Second Language
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Literacy development
  • SMART Board aptitude
  • Lesson Planning

Certification

Alternative Teaching License

Initial Teaching License expected 06/2024

Hobbies and Interests

  • Developmental psychology
  • Social psychology
  • Philosophy
  • Leadership
  • Equine therapy
  • Horseback-riding
  • Yoga

Timeline

Teacher

University Preparatory Schools
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Director

Longmont Tutoring Excellence
05.2023 - 08.2023

Academic Tutor

Results Learning LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023

Equine Manager and Trainer

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center
01.2020 - 01.2022

Graduate Coursework and Teacher Licensure - Elementary Education

PEBC Teacher Residency Program

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Philosophy

Hope College

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