Mackenzie Hurst
Logan,UT
Summary
Proven to enhance student experiences at Dolores Doré Eccles Center for Early Care & Educations through collaborative teamwork and effective communication, excelled in creating inclusive environments and supporting students with special needs. Leveraging skills in behavior management and CPR/First Aid, significantly contributed to safer, more engaging learning settings.
Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments with effective time management skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
USU Human Development & Family Studies
2023.08 - Current
- Facilitated activities in small groups of 6-10 students to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Prepared educational materials to reinforce lesson content, aiding in better comprehension.
- Worked with children ages six weeks to six-years-old.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Helped create a more inclusive learning environment for children with diverse needs.
- Assisted in organization of school events for over 50 students, enhancing school community and student experience.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Monitored children's behavior and progress and communicate it to lead staff.
- Communicated with parents/guardians during drop-off and pick-up and update them on their child's progress and behavior.
- Assisted in diaper changes for children under the age of three.
- Supervised children during inside/outside play, nap time, meal time, and bathroom time to ensure their safety.
- Helped to develop student's fine motor skills, language abilities, and early literacy skills.
- Assisted in conflict resolution and to maintain a happy and respectful classroom environment.
- Helped implement behavior plans for children that reinforcement positive interactions.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Assisted children in understanding their emotions and how to persevere.
- Helped support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Assisted the lead teacher in teaching school sanctioned curriculum.
- Helped to manage classroom activities and ensure smooth transitions between lessons and tasks.
Kitchen Program Assistant
USU Human Development & Family Studies
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Facilitated training for new staff, ensuring high level of program delivery.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious meals and snacks according to state and school guidelines for over 50 students
- Encourage children to develop self-help skills by serving themselves, pouring their own milk, and assisting with clean up
- Followed health and safety protocols, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation
- Distributed meals in the lunch room and to classrooms and helped serve children, encouraging healthy eating habits
- Assisted lead kitchen staff to incorporate the cultural backgrounds and preferred tastes of the children into the menus
- Coordinated with teachers to adjust meal schedules or accommodate special events
- Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen and dining area to meet health code standards
- Helped to accommodate meal planning for various dietary restrictions (allergies, cultural preferences, sensitivities)
Activity Facilitator
Kidzania
2021.06 - 2021.10
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring employees developed a thorough understanding of the event
- Worked with others and independently to teach children and teenagers life skills
- Helped to explain money management, environmental conscientiousness, emergency preparedness, etc.
- Encouraged self-confidence and to explore new opportunities/experiences
- Offered support and guidance to help customers engage in the company
- Helped to provide an enjoyable entertainment experience for hundreds of people
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Utah State University
Logan, UT 2022.08 - 2026.05
High School Diploma -
Wakeland High School
Frisco, TX05.2022
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Relationship Building
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom support
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Behavior Management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Behavior Modeling
- CPR and First Aid
Certification
- Utah Food Handlers Permit (expires 2026)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certified (expires 2026)
- First Aid Certified (expires 2026)
- Verbal Judo Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Elementary
Additional Information
References:
(Supervisor) Danielle Egan
(435-797-5376)
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
USU Human Development & Family Studies
2023.08 - Current
Kitchen Program Assistant
USU Human Development & Family Studies
2023.05 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Utah State University
2022.08 - 2026.05
Activity Facilitator
Kidzania
2021.06 - 2021.10
High School Diploma -
Wakeland High School
- Utah Food Handlers Permit (expires 2026)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certified (expires 2026)
- First Aid Certified (expires 2026)
- Verbal Judo Certified
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