Christine Nehls

*Developed and implemented play-based, NAEYC aligned currculum for a class of 19 children (ages 4-5) emphasing literacy, math readiness, and social-emotional development.

*Createdindividualized learning plans and progress-tracking systems to tailor instruction to each child's need.

*Mentored and trained assistant teachers in classroom management, lesson planning, and assessment technique.

*Partnered with families through daily, weekly communicatons and bi annual conferences to report progress and set goals.

Organized daily nature based learning experience to enhance inquiry, observation and gross motor skills through nature walks, biking and gardening.

*Implemented individualized daily routines and behaavior supports aligned with Fraer and Brain Balance threapy recommendations to reinforce developmental goals.

*Collaborated closely with therapists and specialists, documenting progress and communicating weekly updates to the family and care team.

* Facilitated physical and life-skill develpment through nature walks, swimmin and cooking activities,designing sensory-friendly tasks to support regulation and engagement.

*Maintained a safe, nurturing environment during periods of dysregulation using proactive strategies and calm de-escation techinques.

*English, cultural tutor for a group of international ladies in Minnetonka Hills Apartment Complex.

*Introduced American holiday celebrations with thier famlies (4th of July, Thanksgiving), drivers ed instruction until drivers liscence obtained, reading writing social engagement through colabrative cooking.