Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Also, has a proven track record to work in a fast-paced environment. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
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Alexis Nikirk
Sheridan,WY
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Spring Creek SchoolDecker, MT
Lead Teacher for K-8 Rural School
06.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
Sheridan Foster Parent ExchangeSheridan, WY
Administrative Assistant
03.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
Big Horn Elementary SchoolBig Horn, WY
Literacy and Technology Instructor K-5
09.2013 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Delivered clear, effective feedback to improve quality and efficiency of student-written computer programs.
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' learning outcomes.
- Attended faculty meetings and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current teaching strategies and content knowledge related to literacy and technology.
- Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place.
- Created technology curriculum to implement in my district.
Sheridan CollegeSheridan, WY
Workforce Development Instructor
04.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Produced training materials such as manuals, guides and online learning modules to reiterate information shared in training sessions.
- Educated job seekers on online employment formats and discussed specific requirements for online applications.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Developed and presented training programs and instructional material through variety of learning methods.
- Updated and revised course content and teaching methodologies.
Burns Elementary SchoolBurns, WY
5th & 6th Grade Teacher
08.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Northern Wyoming Community College DistrictSheridan, WY
Early Childhood Instructor
08.2006 - 05.2009
Job overview
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
- Developed and taught undergraduate courses in for department offerings serving major, minor and general students.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
Meadowlark Elementary SchoolSheridan, WY
2nd Grade Teacher
01.2007 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Education
K-8 Chadron State CollegeChadron, NE
M.D. from Curriculum and Instruction
12.2009
University Overview
University of WyomingLaramie, WY
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education, Creative Arts
05.2006
University Overview
Wyoming & MontanaWY/MT
Certified Teacher in Montana & Wyoming
University Overview
Skills
- Interactive Media
- Curricula Evaluation
- Professional Relationships
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Student Performance Data Analysis
- Productivity and Time Management
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Community Engagement
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Online Teaching
- Facility and Site Cleaning
- Data Entry and Database Software
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange
03.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher for K-8 Rural School
Spring Creek School
06.2016 - Current
Literacy and Technology Instructor K-5
Big Horn Elementary School
09.2013 - 05.2016
5th & 6th Grade Teacher
Burns Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Workforce Development Instructor
Sheridan College
04.2009 - 01.2011
2nd Grade Teacher
Meadowlark Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
Early Childhood Instructor
Northern Wyoming Community College District
08.2006 - 05.2009
K-8 Chadron State College
M.D. from Curriculum and Instruction
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education, Creative Arts
Wyoming & Montana
Certified Teacher in Montana & Wyoming
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