Mikel Wright
Johnston,IA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Developer
Willkie House
Des Moines, IA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Drafted documents outlining assessment results, recommendations, and strategies for improvement.
- Created assessments that measure student progress towards established learning objectives.
- Established learning objectives, goals, benchmarks, and timelines for each course curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of curriculum development processes, materials, and outcomes.
- Created instructional materials to accompany course curricula.
- Encouraged collaboration among colleagues when developing or revising course material.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
- Developed and implemented curricula for new courses in alignment with educational standards.
Youth Program Manager
Willkie House
Des Moines, IA
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Tracked individual progress of each participant through regular communication with guardians and parents.
- Maintained accurate records for DHHS compliance. Conducted DHHS compliance inspections.
- Established rules for behavior among participants; enforced disciplinary action when necessary.
- Monitored daily operations of youth programs including scheduling staff members, ensuring adequate supplies were available, and maintaining a safe environment.
- Developed grant proposals seeking funding from private foundations or government agencies for STEM related equipment at the Willkie House
- Served as a liaison between parents and guardians and staff members addressing any concerns or issues that arose.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities designed to engage youth in the program.
- Participated in professional development activities related to youth programming best practices.
- Collaborated with outside vendors to coordinate special events such as field trips or guest speakers.
Lead Classroom Teacher
Willkie House
Des Moines, Iowa
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored student safety both inside and outside of the classroom during field trips or other school related events.
- Encouraged parental involvement through outreach efforts including newsletters, phone calls, emails.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, behavior, and academic growth.
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Provided individualized instruction for students who needed extra support.
- Created a positive learning environment that encourages collaboration and critical thinking skills among students.
- Developed and implemented classroom curriculum in accordance with state standards.
- Evaluated instructional materials such as textbooks, software programs, and audiovisual aids for appropriateness in meeting curricular goals.
Education
Agriculture And Life Sciences Education
Iowa State University
Ames, IATimeline
Curriculum Developer
Willkie House
08.2023 - 06.2024
Youth Program Manager
Willkie House
07.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Classroom Teacher
Willkie House
11.2021 - 06.2022
Agriculture And Life Sciences Education
Iowa State University