McKenna Nading
Seattle
Summary
K–8 certified educator committed to creating inclusive, joyful environments where children feel safe, seen, and challenged. Whether it be teaching in the classroom and supporting a parenting product that changes a child's life, my experience spans elementary teaching, literacy instruction, educational support, and family-centered communication through educational technology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
People Operations Specialist
Tin Can
Seattle
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted with onboarding new employees and organizing orientation sessions.
- Maintained employee records and updated information in People's systems.
- Organized training sessions for staff members on topics such as workplace safety regulations and diversity awareness.
2nd/3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
The Lake and Park School
Seattle
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Co-taught in a 2nd/3rd grade classroom within a collaborative teaching model.
- Led small-group literacy and math instruction.
- Designed and delivered whole-class lessons.
- Assessed student growth and supported differentiated learning.
- Prepared project-based materials and classroom resources.
- Built strong relationships with students and families.
Aftercare Teacher & Support Specialist
The Lake And Park School
Seattle
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated extended-day programming for students ages 2–10.
- Supported early literacy and writing skills through targeted small group instruction.
- Guided play-based learning experiences for two-year-old students
- Coordinated and led daily after-school programming (3–6pm).
Writing Tutor & Writing Fellow
Whitman College
Walla Walla
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with faculty as a Writing Fellow for a first-year seminar, improving the writing curriculum and supporting student engagement.
- Delivered constructive feedback on drafts to strengthen clarity and coherence in student writing, resulting in improved final submissions.
- Guided students in developing writing skills and refining composition techniques, fostering greater academic confidence.
Education
K-8 Elementary Teaching Certification - Elementary Education
Univeristy of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Rhetoric, Writing, And Public Discourse
Whitman College
Walla Walla05-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Creative writing
- Team collaboration
- Curriculum development
- Training development
- Microsoft office proficiency
Timeline
People Operations Specialist
Tin Can
08.2025 - Current
2nd/3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
The Lake and Park School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Aftercare Teacher & Support Specialist
The Lake And Park School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Writing Tutor & Writing Fellow
Whitman College
01.2022 - 05.2023
K-8 Elementary Teaching Certification - Elementary Education
Univeristy of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Rhetoric, Writing, And Public Discourse
Whitman College