Kendra Nelson
Lakewood
Summary
Positive, upbeat with natural ability to connect with young learners and create nurturing classroom environment. Deep understanding of child development coupled with skills in lesson planning and classroom management. Committed to fostering love of learning and helping each student achieve their full potential.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Columbia Elementary School
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Student Teacher (Fifth Grade)
Aspen Elementary School
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Explained class material to children under supervision from teacher.
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Wrote and completed practice lesson plans, incorporating student feedback and teacher comments for comprehensive success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT01-2022
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV01-2020
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
Certification
LETRS certified
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Columbia Elementary School
08.2022 - 09.2024
Student Teacher (Fifth Grade)
Aspen Elementary School
01.2022 - 04.2022
LETRS certified
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of Southern Nevada
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