Spencer Koehn
Elmwood,NE
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in middle grades social studies classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Omaha Sports Academy
07.2020 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Reduced player injury rates with the implementation of tailored warm-up routines and strength conditioning exercises.
- Improved team cohesion by organizing regular bonding activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Mentored assistant coaches to develop their leadership skills and improve their understanding of coaching strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for players, setting clear expectations for continued improvement throughout the season.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Analyzed and adjusted team strategies during games to enable flexibility and maximize success.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Student Teacher
Platteview Central Middle School
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to a successful school community.
- Coordinated extracurricular clubs and events that aligned with academic goals while promoting social development and teamwork skills among students.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Practicum Student
Ashland-Greenwood Jr./Sr. High School
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Created lesson plans that met multiple intelligences and challenged students to push their understanding.
- Reflected on my lessons through daily practicum reflection logs.
- Communicated with my College Supervisor and Cooperating Teacher to ensure that all requirements were met thoughougly.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting lesson plans to accommodate changes in student circumstances or new information.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Supported teachers with classroom preparations as requested.
- Used a flipped classroom technique when completing a lesson.
- Brought new perspectives to classroom discussions with materials found during independent research.
Practicum Student
Nebraska City Middle School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Supported teachers with classroom preparations as requested.
- Mentored other students to support collaborative learning and further promote educational unit objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Social Science Education
Peru State College
Peru, NE05.2024
High School Diploma -
Elmwood-Murdock Jr/Sr High School Sch
Murdock, NE07.2020
Skills
- Student Monitoring
- Academic Assistance
- Schedule Oversight
- Group Instruction
- Curriculum Planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Technology Integration
- Behavioral Modeling
- Differentiated Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
Timeline
Student Teacher
Platteview Central Middle School
12.2023 - 05.2024
Practicum Student
Ashland-Greenwood Jr./Sr. High School
02.2023 - 05.2023
Practicum Student
Nebraska City Middle School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Coach
Omaha Sports Academy
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Social Science Education
Peru State College
High School Diploma -
Elmwood-Murdock Jr/Sr High School Sch
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