Porter Aardema
Orem
Summary
Compassionate educator and mentor with experience teaching, training, and developing others. Skilled in relationship-building, classroom facilitation, and adapting instruction to diverse learners while fostering environments centered on the Holy Spirit and revelation.
Overview
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Language
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years of professional experience
Work History
Gospel Doctrine Teacher
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
Logan
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans for large classes.
- Promoted spirit-led discussions in lessons to foster a deeper connection with the material.
- Coordinated with fellow teachers to organize lessons and align lesson content.
- Developed a deeper understanding of the lessons through personal study and application.
Full Time Missionary Service
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
Helsinki
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Served in mission leadership roles as a Trainer, District Leader, Zone Leader, and Assistant to the Mission President.
- Facilitated discussions with diverse groups, spreading messages of faith and hope.
- Cultivated relationships with local leaders, fostering collaboration within the church and community.
- Represented the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints in public school religious classes.
- Developed and taught Finnish classes, enhancing language skills for non-native speakers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School
Aurora, OH05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Utah State University
Logan, UTSkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Public speaking
- Cultural sensitivity
- Relationship building
- Empathy and support
- Role model
Languages
Finnish
Professional
Timeline
Gospel Doctrine Teacher
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
01.2026 - 05.2026
Full Time Missionary Service
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
08.2023 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Utah State University