McKenzie Summers
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Passionate and organized educational leader with a strong background in charter schools and virtual learning. Known for effective team leadership and communication skills while leading a population of over 1,000 students, I'm committed to improving academic outcomes and supporting diverse learning needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Center Coordinator
ThrivePoint High School
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitating ACT, AZELLA, and mandatory state assessments as School Testing Coordinator
- Attending IEP and 504 meetings regularly
- Creating and distributing newsletters for families, students, and shareholders on a weekly basis
- Member of MTSS team to help brainstorm ways to improve academics and learning benchmarks
- Addressing student behavior and campus compliance issues as needed
- In charge of hiring all new staff and instructional coaches
- Leading and coordinating campus events regularly
Childcare Program Director
Kids Incorporated
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Lead daily programming for children ages 1-5 years
- Ensured teachers were creating engaging lesson plans and curriculum that fostered children's social and cognitive development.
- Trained and mentored new staff, promoting best practices in childcare methodologies.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring safety protocols and procedures were consistently followed.
Preschool Coordinator
Desert Springs Bible Church
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for preschool children.
- Coordinated daily activities, ensuring safe and engaging learning environments.
- Trained and mentored staff in best practices for child development and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with parents to foster strong communication and support networks.
- Organized events and activities that promoted community involvement and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Concordia University
Seward, NE05-2017
Skills
- Program management
- Scheduling coordination
- Special education
- Online learning
- Educational leadership
Certification
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Pearson School Test Coordinator
Timeline
Learning Center Coordinator
ThrivePoint High School
08.2021 - Current
Childcare Program Director
Kids Incorporated
06.2021 - 08.2021
Preschool Coordinator
Desert Springs Bible Church
11.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Concordia University