Erica Nikstad
Wayzata,MN
Summary
Masters prepared educator with 15+ years of experience in science curriculum development and implementation. Skilled in engaging student learning through hands-on activities and evaluating performance. Managed a digital learning management system for a highly effective facilitation of activities. Served on the Staff Development and Leadership Team for school-wide professional development. Skilled in curriculum design, instructional technology, and adult learning theories. Excels in communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring successful training outcomes and professional growth initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted in-person and virtual professional development sessions for educators.
- Developed and delivered interactive presentations to enhance teacher proficiency.
- Collaborated with the partner success team to enhance staff training in accordance with the needs of students and site objectives.
- Maintained records of all training materials used in professional development activities.
- Developed resources, such as handouts, instructional manuals, and videos, necessary for successful implementation of programs.
National Education Consultant
Big Ideas Learning
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Compiled market data through Salesforce platform to formulate sales and marketing strategies.
- Analyzed unique customer needs in consultative sales calls and created tailored solutions.
- Conducted essential training sessions for teachers and district-level administration.
- Attended MnSTA science teacher conference to enhance networking and collaboration with school districts, resulting in improved school performance.
Science Teacher
Wayzata Public School District
Plymouth , Minnesota
08.2006 - 06.2023
- Educated 2,000+ students on life and earth sciences via STEMscopes & Pearson curriculum, ensuring top-tier school performance in MCA state science assessment.
- Conducted student performance evaluations with prompt and detailed feedback in various formats and digital tools.
- Collaborated on the Staff Development Leadership team for 4 years, aligning district strategic roadmap and state goals with professional development programming.
- Worked with teachers in designing and implementing scaffolding techniques for inclusive education.
- Enhanced student learning and maintained effective communication with families by utilizing the Learning Management System, Canvas.
- Developed skills in recognizing and responding to microaggressions, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Received formal recognition for fostering academic accomplishments in science amongst multiple National Merit scholar students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MNBachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin
Eau ClaireSkills
- Effective communicator
- Positive attitude
- Data-driven decision maker
- Engaging presenter
- Training delivery
- Microsoft Office Suite user
- Teams user
- Learning Management System experience with Canvas and MOODLE
- Coordinate and host Zoom meetings
Timeline
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
04.2024 - Current
National Education Consultant
Big Ideas Learning
10.2023 - 01.2024
Science Teacher
Wayzata Public School District
08.2006 - 06.2023
Master of Arts - Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin
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