Mackenzie Koll
Leawood,KS
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help teacher with student or administrative needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Oxford Academy
06.2024 - Current
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Children's Treehouse Learning Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Daycare Teacher
Kreative Kidz
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, maximizing learning opportunities across subjects.
- Boosted student engagement by utilizing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for children, adhering to daycare center policies and regulations.
- Promoted emotional and social growth by implementing character education lessons and addressing individual student needs.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Daycare Floater
Child Prodigy North
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Enhanced children's problem-solving skills through guided activities and open-ended questions.
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlotte Mecklenberg Academy
Charlotte, NC02.2020
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Early Childhood Education
- Positive Reinforcement
- Community involvement
- Classroom Organization
- Lesson implementation
- Curriculum Planning
- Activities Planning
- Meal coordination
- Special Needs Support
Timeline
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Oxford Academy
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Children's Treehouse Learning Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Daycare Teacher
Kreative Kidz
10.2023 - 01.2024
Daycare Floater
Child Prodigy North
08.2023 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Charlotte Mecklenberg Academy
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