Mikelle Blackner
Herriman,United States
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective worker with valuable experience in classroom administration, and professional development. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Fun instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking with strong organizational skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Assistant
Silver Crest Elementary
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs or learning challenges.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill-building in literacy, numeracy, motor skills development, and social-emotional growth.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as class performances, holiday celebrations, and end-of-year ceremonies.
Substitute Teacher
Jordan School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
PTA President
Volunteer Work
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, and advertising.
- Lead meetings, worked closely with many volunteers to organize school events.
Elementary School Teacher
Jordan School District
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah04.2003
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Effective Decision-maker
- Great at collaborating and working with others
- Great leadership
- Creative problem solver
- People person
Hobbies
Enjoys traveling, watching movies, and being with family.
Timeline
Kindergarten Assistant
Silver Crest Elementary
10.2024 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher
Jordan School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
PTA President
Volunteer Work
06.2021 - 07.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Jordan School District
08.2003 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
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