Mackenzie Clasen
Reno,NV
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Washoe County School District, excelling in student engagement and relationship building. Recognized for implementing differentiated instruction and fostering social-emotional learning. Proven ability to cultivate positive classroom environments, enhancing student success through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Committed to continuous professional growth and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Spanish Springs Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Planned and delivered lesson plans in math language arts, science, and social studies to class of 25 third graders.
- Supported lead teacher in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration and behavioral enforcement.
- Worked closely with the 3rd-grade team to plan curriculum, create lessons, and design fun and meaningful activities for students.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Pursued every opportunity to grow abilities and take on increasing responsibility.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Washoe County School District
12.2022 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Pre-K SPED
Lois Allen Elementary School
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementray Education
Nevada State University
Henderson, NV05-2025
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV05-2023
Skills
- Elementary education
- Adaptability
- Student engagement
- Relationship building and management
- Social-emotional learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Spanish Springs Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Pre-K SPED
Lois Allen Elementary School
11.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Washoe County School District
12.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementray Education
Nevada State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Truckee Meadows Community College
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