Mikala Weikel
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Director at KinderCare Learning Centers, skillful in staff management and fostering student engagement. Utilized strategic planning and relationship building to enhance teaching quality and student success. Excelled in implementing differentiated instruction and technology integration, significantly improving collaborative learning environments and conflict resolution. High-energy and enthusiastic about pursuing new ways of learning, growing professionally and building upon acquired skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Fostered creative expression among children through art projects, dramatic play opportunities, and music exploration activities.
- Supported special needs students effectively with tailored instructional strategies designed specifically for their unique learning requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05.2023
High School Diploma -
Antietam Ms/High School
Reading, PA06.2018
Skills
- Staff Management
- Lesson Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Antietam Ms/High School