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Makenna Nordby

Mankato,MN

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Teacher at Collette’s Little Stars Early Learning Center, excelling in behavior management and lesson planning. Enhanced student engagement and academic performance through innovative teaching strategies and strong parent-teacher communication. Proven track record in fostering supportive learning environments and developing students' skills, significantly boosting classroom participation and confidence.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Collette’s Little Stars Early Learning Center
11.2022 - Current
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
  • Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
  • Conducted educational games and activities to reinforce learning concepts in enjoyable manner.

Education

Certificate Of Science - Pharmacy Technician

Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Behavior Management
  • Oral communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Behavior Modification
  • Skills Development
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Art and music instruction

Accomplishments

I have made the deans list in my college career to become a pharmacy tech and have had a 3.75 gpa as well.

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Collette’s Little Stars Early Learning Center
11.2022 - Current

Certificate Of Science - Pharmacy Technician

Rasmussen University
Makenna Nordby