Erik Nielsen
Clawson,UT
Summary
Proven educator with Emery County School District, skilled in classroom management and critical thinking. Demonstrated excellence in creating supportive learning environments and boosting student engagement through innovative teaching techniques. Committed to continuous professional growth, as evidenced by streamlining mosquito inspection processes. Acknowledged for mentoring students and driving public health education initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Emery County School District
08.2014 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Weed & Mosquito Technician (Summer Work)
Emery County
05.2010 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through attendance at industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
- Streamlined inspection processes by developing standardized checklists for identifying common mosquito breeding sites.
- Supported public health initiatives by providing education on mosquito-borne illnesses and prevention strategies.
- Initiated proactive measures such as recommending changes in landscaping or other environmental modifications to minimize mosquito breeding grounds on client properties.
- Applied appropriate chemicals to treat invasive weeds and mosquitoes.
Education
Master of Arts - Science Education (Secondary Physics)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT05-2011
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Pesticide Applicator
- Substitute School Bus Driver
Certification
- Utah Teaching License
- Commercial Driver License
- Non Commercial Pesticide Applicator License
Timeline
Teacher
Emery County School District
08.2014 - Current
Weed & Mosquito Technician (Summer Work)
Emery County
05.2010 - 08.2024
- Utah Teaching License
- Commercial Driver License
- Non Commercial Pesticide Applicator License
Master of Arts - Science Education (Secondary Physics)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Southern Utah University
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