Mattie Klinkman
Grand Island,NE
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to creating a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and supportive for all students.
- Effective at providing quality instruction and fostering a positive learning environment for all students including any modifications and accommodations for every student.
- Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration.
- Possess superb leadership and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2022 - Current
- Teaching Second Grade at Knickrehm Elementary in Grand Island, NE
Paraprofessional
Kearney Public Schools
Kearney, NE
08.2019 - 05.2022
- I work as a classroom para at Park Elementary.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied positive reinforcement for performance to redirect negative behaviors.
- Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
Teacher
Adventure to Success Child Development Center
Kearney, NE
05.2021 - Current
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
Kearney, NE
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
Para
Kearney Community Learning Center (KCLC)
Kearney, NE
08.2019 - 05.2020
- I work with elementary students after school at Park Elementary.
- I help with homework, activities and currently teach an art to the older children once a week.
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Educator
Ladybug Crossing Early Learning Center
North Platte, NE
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided positive and welcoming experience when collaborating with adults and children.
- Worked with school aged children during the summer program.
Certified Substitute Teacher
Hershey Public Schools
Hershey, NE
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Certified Substitute Teacher
Stapleton Public Schools
Stapleton, NE
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Stayed up to date with current regional curriculums to maintain readiness for long- and short-term substitute jobs.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
Certified Substitute Teacher
North Platte Public Schools
North Platte, NE
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
Sorter
Hospital Rummage Sale
Broken Bow, NE
03.2010 - 03.2018
- Volunteer
Summer Camp Director
Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Lakeview Cabin
North Platte, NE
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Created and implemented engaging activities, field trips and special events to diversify camp life.
- Monitored safety and all procedures pertaining to complete supervision of campers and staff.
- Supervised daily check-in and check-out for all day campers.
- Engaged children in interactive activities, including organized arts and crafts, sports activities and field trips.
Educator
Central Plains Center for Services- Super Kids Club
Broken Bow, NE
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Implementation of planned activities for kindergarten through 5th grade for an after school program
Nursery Attendant
United Methodist Church
Broken Bow, NE
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Sunday morning nursery attendant
- Religious education volunteer
Para Professional
Broken Bow Public Schools
Broken Bow, NE
01.2017 - 05.2017
- North Park Elementary, Broken Bow, NE
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Graded assignments and tests using answer key, documented results and informed lead teacher of students' performance.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Student Teacher
Broken Bow Public Schools
Broken Bow, NE
08.2016 - 01.2017
- North Park Elementary, Broken Bow, NE
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Observed fellow teachers in classroom to improve skills and communication.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Assistant Teacher
UNK Child Development Center
Kearney, NE
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Implementation of planned activities in the Pre-K and toddler rooms
University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) Elementary Educators Club
Kearney, NE
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Book Fair volunteer
- Participated in games and crafts with the kindergarten and 1st grade students at Byrant Elementary School
Christian Student Fellowship (CSF)
Kearney, NE
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Participated in 3 missions trips and helped out in the states of Ohio and Kentucky. We helped clean up small and large communities and provide help where it was needed.
Nanny
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Planned daily activities for 5 children
Assistant Teacher
Love & Learn Daycare
Broken Bow, NE
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Planned daily activities including mini lessons, crafts, and field trips
Cashier/stocker
Antelope Bookstore
Kearney, NE
08.2012 - 12.2016
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Cashier
Pamida
Broken Bow, NE
07.2009 - 05.2012
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Teachers Aid
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Assisted in Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade classrooms
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, K-6 and Early Childhood Unified (B-3rd)
University of Nebraska at Kearney
High School Diploma -
Broken Bow High School
Skills
- Flexible and adaptive
- Calm under pressure
- Curriculum development
- Critical thinker
Accomplishments
UNK Academic Deans List 2013- 2016Attended the Nebraska State Reading Association Conference
Qualifications
- Good with children
- Works well with others
- Positive attitude
- Great organizational skills
- Trained in EIR, L4L, and AIMS Web
- Very Reliable
- Flexible
- Hard Working
Timeline
Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
Adventure to Success Child Development Center
05.2021 - Current
Cashier
Hobby Lobby
05.2020 - 05.2021
Paraprofessional
Kearney Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
Para
Kearney Community Learning Center (KCLC)
08.2019 - 05.2020
Educator
Ladybug Crossing Early Learning Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
Certified Substitute Teacher
Hershey Public Schools
01.2019 - 05.2019
Certified Substitute Teacher
Stapleton Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2019
Summer Camp Director
Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Lakeview Cabin
05.2018 - 07.2018
Certified Substitute Teacher
North Platte Public Schools
02.2018 - 05.2019
Para Professional
Broken Bow Public Schools
01.2017 - 05.2017
Student Teacher
Broken Bow Public Schools
08.2016 - 01.2017
Nursery Attendant
United Methodist Church
08.2016 - 06.2017
Educator
Central Plains Center for Services- Super Kids Club
07.2016 - 07.2017
Assistant Teacher
UNK Child Development Center
08.2015 - 05.2016
Nanny
05.2015 - 08.2015
Assistant Teacher
Love & Learn Daycare
05.2013 - 07.2013
Christian Student Fellowship (CSF)
01.2013 - 05.2016
Cashier/stocker
Antelope Bookstore
08.2012 - 12.2016
University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) Elementary Educators Club
08.2012 - 05.2016
Sorter
Hospital Rummage Sale
03.2010 - 03.2018
Teachers Aid
02.2010 - 02.2012
Cashier
Pamida
07.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, K-6 and Early Childhood Unified (B-3rd)
University of Nebraska at Kearney
High School Diploma -
Broken Bow High School