Mandy J. King
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Collaborative, motivated, inclusive, compassionate, organized, resourceful and dedicated, with a strong background in education. Self-driven, quick learner with the ability to excel within unfamiliar settings and circumstances, while maintaining flexibility and focus. Exhibits meticulous attention-to-detail with a strength in multi-tasking and time management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grades)
Lewis-Palmer School District
Monument, CO
01.2017 - Current
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning, and physical, social, and emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive, productive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administration, and community stakeholders.
- Engaged students and increased understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Integrated technology-based learning tools into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion, and critical thinking.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information, and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, and parents to provide an optimal learning experience for students.
- Developed and implemented effective training programs for new teachers and staff.
Teacher (2nd Grade)
Widefield School District 3 and Falcon District 49
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2002 - 07.2006
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Developed lesson plans to introduce concepts in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Science
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO12.2001
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Positive Learning Environment
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership and Mentor
- Desire to Serve
- Detail-Oriented and Organized
- Self-Motivated and Driven
- Presentations, Demonstrations, and Trainings
Professional Honors & Leadership
- 2022 Smart/Maher Veterans of Foreign Wars National Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year
- Aliorum De Award Nominee 2022 (Special Education Department of LPSD)
- 2023 CO Teacher of the Year Nominee
- Capturing Kids Hearts Process Champion - Lead Teacher and Staff Trainer
- PLC+ Greater Decisions and Better Impact by Design - Building Mentor and Leader
- Lewis-Palmer Elementary Building Leadership Team - Eagle Council
Certification
- Colorado State Board of Education, Professional Teacher License: Endorsed in K-6 Elementary Education, K-12 Health Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grades)
Lewis-Palmer School District
01.2017 - Current
Teacher (2nd Grade)
Widefield School District 3 and Falcon District 49
06.2002 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Science
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Adams State University
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