Mckenzie Kearns
Winnipeg,Manitoba
Summary
Professional educator with strong classroom management skills, knowledge and experience in the Manitoba Physical Education/Health Education curriculum, and student engagement skills. Known for fostering a collaborative environment and achieving educational outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, ready to meet changing needs and ensure student success. Strong in communication, problem-solving, and fostering positive learning atmosphere.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher Brock Corydon Elementary
Winnipeg School Division
09.2013 - Current
- Created lessons and unit plans to correlate with the Manitoba Physical Education/Health Education curriculum to meet targeted learning outcomes.
- Assessed student progress based on the Manitoba Physical Education curriculum by using a variety of methods including teacher evaluation, group work and self-reflection.
- Established a positive and collaborative classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods for diverse learning needs of students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff during student intramurals, staff vs student games, and committees.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Theater/Kinesiology
University of Winnipeg
Winnipeg, None06-2013
Skills
- Differentiated instruction for Grade 1-Grade 6 classrooms and varying needs of students
- Collaborative teamwork with peers to run intramurals and school wide events
- Problem-solving skills when working with students, peers and parents
- Classroom management and clear behavioral expectations for all learners
- Organizational skills for leading school-wide events, planning track and field days, and creating an outdoor education yearly plan
Accomplishments
Designed and implemented outdoor education classes for grades 1-6.
Initiated and implemented Jack Frost Challenge and Polar Bear Recess.
Collaborated with coworkers to plan school wide initiatives like Voyaguer Day and Track and Field Day.
Organized and supervised a school student council committee.
Achieved leadership in intermediate grades by introducing student leaders to help run primary intramurals.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
Respect In Sport (2022)
Respect in Schools (2022)
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher Brock Corydon Elementary
Winnipeg School Division
09.2013 - Current
Respect In Sport (2022)
Respect in Schools (2022)
Bachelor of Education - Theater/Kinesiology
University of Winnipeg
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