McKadee Coumbs
Winnemucca,NV
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at multiple elementary schools, adept in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Successfully fostered student engagement and improved language proficiency for English learners. Developed tailored lesson plans that enhanced understanding and promoted a culture of respect, ensuring all students progressed toward their academic goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Sonoma Heights Elementary School
Winnemucca, NV
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Supported English language learners through specialized instruction, significantly improving their language proficiency.
Teaching Practicums
Sonoma Heights Elementary School
Winnemucca, NV
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Developed and implemented tailored lesson plans to improve student understanding of complex subjects.
- Fostered culture of respect and curiosity, encouraging students to engage deeply with curriculum.
- Fostered positive learning environment, addressing individual student needs through personalized attention.
PBS Curiosity Workshop Leader
PBS Reno
Winnemucca, NV
10.2023 - Current
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
1st Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Grass Valley Elementary School
Winnemucca, NV
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT04-2025
Associate of Science -
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT12-2017
High School Diploma -
Beaver High School
Beaver, UT04-2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Student Teacher
Sonoma Heights Elementary School
01.2025 - 04.2025
Teaching Practicums
Sonoma Heights Elementary School
08.2024 - 12.2024
PBS Curiosity Workshop Leader
PBS Reno
10.2023 - Current
1st Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Grass Valley Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Utah University
Associate of Science -
Southern Utah University
High School Diploma -
Beaver High School