Makenzie Ehrhardt
Colorado Springs
Summary
Highly motivated individual, with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Capable of working effectively unsupervised, as well as in a teamwork setting, and have the aptitude to quickly master new skills in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to last-minute changes while thriving under pressure.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Academy District 20
Colorado Springs
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt learning materials for diverse learners.
- Organized classroom resources to create an inclusive learning environment.
- Maintained confidentiality of student information while supporting their educational needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement as needed.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fountain Fort Carson District 8
Fountain
12.2023 - 12.2024
- As a SpEd Pre-K Paraprofessional I work side by side with Teachers and classroom paraprofessionals to help manage behaviors and children that have high support needs within the classroom.
- My responsibilities include working hand over hand, and interpersonally, with each child, and making sure that the support for the classroom is being met.
- Other responsibilities include helping teachers prepare for the following week of classroom crafts and activities; this includes making copies, cutting and prepping classroom activities, organizing paperwork, and managing craft activities with students when asked by the teacher.
- Supported classroom activities to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials for diverse learning needs.
- Maintained classroom organization and cleanliness throughout the school day.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Utilized appropriate technology tools and software applications as instructed by the teacher or administrator to assist with tasks related to instruction and assessment.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers and other staff members to plan lessons and activities that promoted social-emotional development of children.
Assistant Soccer Coach
Fountain Fort-Carson School District 8
Fountain
03.2023 - 11.2024
- As one of three assistant coaches for the boys' team, I was given the responsibilities of coaching and running full practices for the C-Team.
- This meant I was responsible for creating drills for the athletes, coaching them on the sport, communicating with parents and coaches, as well as creating formations during game days.
- As for the girls' season, I was given the responsibility of assisting the Head Coach with A-team practices and games, as well as head coaching the B-team for practices and games.
- Assisted in designing and implementing practice plans for student-athletes.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop game strategies and tactics.
- Mentored student-athletes on sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline values.
- Evaluated player performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Helped maintain discipline among team members during practices and games.
- Assisted head coach in developing and implementing team strategies.
Chiropractic Assistant
Radix Chiropractic
Colorado Springs
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms and equipment.
- Greeted patients, verified insurance and collected co-payments.
- Monitored appointment schedules throughout the day to ensure proper flow of operations.
- Assisted patients with scheduling appointments and managing their treatment plans.
- Educated patients on chiropractic procedures and wellness strategies.
- Coordinated patient flow to ensure timely and efficient office operations.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding their insurance coverage and billing inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care and office efficiency.
- Communicated with insurance companies to facilitate proper billing procedures and collect payments.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing medical documents, answering phones and responding to emails.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Arlington ISD
Arlington
12.2021 - 11.2022
- I worked throughout the Arlington Independent School District as a substitute in both general education classrooms, as well as in ABLE and special education classrooms.
- I taught all varieties of curriculum, including math, science, art, gym, English, and bilingual classrooms.
- As well as organizing papers for grading, setting up assignments, and teaching a variety of different curricula.
- Supported students with individualized attention and assistance during lessons.
- Implemented lesson plans provided by regular teachers for diverse subjects.
- Facilitated classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and applied appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Encouraged positive peer interactions among students through appropriate activities and games.
- Facilitated small group discussions among students about assigned topics or materials covered in class.
- Utilized various teaching methods including lectures, hands-on activities, multimedia presentations and more.
- Assisted with special projects such as field trips, extracurricular activities.
After-School Lead and Summer Camp Lead Counselor
YMCA
Arlington
11.2021 - 08.2022
- As an After-School and Summer Camp Lead, I was given the responsibilities of opening and closing the facility, checking in and out every camper and after-school child, and handling medical documents, while also updating health forms for each child in each individual program.
- During the off season, I was put in charge of contacting parents and updating child information, as well as making sure each after-school and camp site had the appropriate insurance and needed documents for each site.
- Led team of counselors in delivering engaging youth programs and activities.
- Mentored new counselors in program implementation and participant engagement strategies.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for all participants.
Salon Employee
Desert Sun
Gig Harbor
10.2016 - 01.2017
- During my shift, I would clean equipment, manage the establishment by checking in customers, running the tanning beds, cleaning and folding laundry, as well as mopping and sweeping floors.
- While working with customers, I was responsible for creating and canceling memberships, taking forms of payment, and instructing customers on how to use the equipment and products within the establishment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Preschool Instructor
Tom Taylor YMCA
Gig Harbor
08.2015 - 08.2016
- I was placed in charge of preparing, setting up, and teaching different classes for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years old.
- I was given the responsibility of handling equipment, directing, and instructing large groups of 20 to 25 preschool-aged children.
- I was responsible for running my own classes with criteria I had to follow, but I was able to create classes in my own way.
- I communicated to parents when sign-ups, class cancellations, and events with the classes are happening.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for preschool children at community-focused facility.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents to enhance child development and learning.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to promote social and emotional skills.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment for young learners.
- Facilitated small groups during circle time activities such as story-telling or discussions.
- Encouraged social interaction between students through activities such as games, art projects, music and outdoor play.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baumholder American High School
Baumholder, Germany06.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Colorado Springs, COSome College (No Degree) -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDSkills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Docs
- Creative curriculum implementation
- First aid and CPR
- Google presentation
- Google Drive
- Classroom organization
- Social-emotional learning
- Culturally sensitive
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Competitive nature
- Works well with others
- Easily understands and solves technical
- People-oriented
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Special needs support
- Organizational skills
- Patient communication
- Insurance verification
- Office organization
- Appointment scheduling
- Problem solving
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Medical terminology
- Data entry efficiency
- Front desk administration
- Telephone etiquette
- Payment collection
- Electronic health records handling
Awards
- AISD Star Volunteer Award, Awarded for being one of the top two volunteers with the most volunteer hours for the AID school year of 2021-2022.
- Volunteer work for ACS, Supported special events (over 1000 attendees); Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Conducted records maintenance.
- Volunteer for FAP, Conducted special events for program support; Provided administrative support services to supervisor and staff members.
- Student-2-Student, First point of contact for new students coming to Germany; Conducted tours, answered questions and provided orientations.
Accomplishments
- Four Year Varsity Soccer Player
- Three Time Offensive MVP for Soccer
- Played for the Olympic Development Program
- Honor roll (Freshman Year)
- Dean's List (Spring Semester 2018)
- AVID (Freshman and Sophomore Year)
- Student-to-Student Overseas Program (Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior Year)
Certification
- First Aid and AED Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Academy District 20
12.2024 - 03.2025
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fountain Fort Carson District 8
12.2023 - 12.2024
Chiropractic Assistant
Radix Chiropractic
05.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Soccer Coach
Fountain Fort-Carson School District 8
03.2023 - 11.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Arlington ISD
12.2021 - 11.2022
After-School Lead and Summer Camp Lead Counselor
YMCA
11.2021 - 08.2022
Salon Employee
Desert Sun
10.2016 - 01.2017
Preschool Instructor
Tom Taylor YMCA
08.2015 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Baumholder American High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Maryland Global Campus