McKenna Webel
Broken Bow
Summary
Motivated English Teacher with experience teaching required curriculum using engaging teaching methods. Driven to share insightful lessons on grammar, reading, writing processes and other key areas. Enthusiastic about helping students develop and achieve full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
9-12 English Language Arts Teacher
Anselmo-Merna Public School
Merna
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
- Facilitated class discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Provided individualized support to students needing extra assistance in reading and writing.
- Created a safe learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves through writing or discussion.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding of language arts concepts.
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Broken Bow Public Schools
Broken Bow
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and objectives to teach students about the fundamentals of grammar, writing, and literature.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and provided appropriate discipline when needed.
- Met with parents to share perspectives on child's strengths and weaknesses.
- Redesigned 'BOW TIME' for students in Grades 6-8 to become an effective, intentional intervention time for student learning.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
Student Teacher
Rushville Elementary School
Rushville
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE12.2021
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Northeast High School
Lincoln, NE05.2017
Skills
- APL and PLC Teaching Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Literary Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Student Assessments
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Grammar Instruction
Certification
- APL Instructional Strategies
- Professional Learning Community (PLC)
- Nebraska Educator's Certificate/Permit, McKenna Webel, 425 East 2nd Street, Chadron, NE, 69337, 20220000388, Initial Teaching Certificate, K-8, 01/06/22, 08/31/27
Activities
Speech Coach, 2022 - Current
Affiliations
Assistant One Act Coach 2024-Current
Timeline
9-12 English Language Arts Teacher
Anselmo-Merna Public School
08.2024 - Current
Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Broken Bow Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
Student Teacher
Rushville Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Chadron State College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Northeast High School