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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Interests
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Georginia Cathirene Grossnickle

Supply

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with 15 + years of experience in Early Elementary, Elementary and Special Education. Seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant position at Supply Elementary School to inspire and educate students in N.C Pre-K where I am currently contracted. I am eager to help anywhere needed; but feel my passion and experience with young special needs children is where I would be best suited.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EC Teacher Assistant

Supply Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
  • EC Teacher Assistant in NC Pre-K class with Christiane Miller
  • Contracted thru Lindley Habilitation

Lindley Habilitation
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Assisted adults with mental and physical disabilities in a day program to succeed at their personal goals in public settings and on site.

NC Pre-K Teacher

Kids Connection
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Taught a group of 15 students with regular and special needs through building an environment that encouraged positive behavior using TS Gold and Creative Curriculum.

NC Pre-K Teacher

Child Development Center
07.2015 - 03.2017
  • Taught a group of exceptional children based upon their IEP goals, assisted in writing IEPs and creating an atmosphere where children without language and physical impairments could thrive.
  • Left early put on bed rest due to pregnancy complications (Preeclampsia)

K/1 Combination classroom

Columbus County Schools
07.2015 - 09.2016
  • Taught 22 children with regular and special needs using various curriculums available at the time. Built a community of learners where both grades exceeded expectations using emotional and behavioral support, classroom organization and instructional support as my framework.

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Southport Elementary School
09.2009 - 06.2010
  • Assisted a 1st year teacher with curriculum development, classroom management and teaching while she tested and worked with small groups.

NC Pre-K Teacher

Belville Elementary School
09.2008 - 06.2009
  • Taught NC Pre-K aged children using Creative Curriculum while building on children's individual needs and emotional functioning by being available as a secure base. (being there to provide comfort, reassurance and encouragement)

NC Pre-K Elementary

Lincoln Elementary
09.2007 - 06.2008

Community Based Care
06.2007 - 08.2007
  • Tutored children who needed extra support with end of grade testing using memory strategies and practice questions.

Teacher Assistant

Union Elementary School
09.2005 - 01.2006
  • Assisted in Kindergarten and 3rd grade with reading groups, grading and responsiveness. Helped with assessments as needed and ISS as needed.

Head Start
09.2004 - 06.2005
  • Taught NC Pre-K using Creative Curriculum to teach high-risk children how to socialize in a positive climate by building emotional connections, respect, and enjoyment demonstrated between teachers and among students.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Bachelor of Science - Education

Keene State College
Keene, N.H
05.2004

Skills

  • Fine motor skills
  • Sensory integration
  • Child development
  • Early childhood education
  • Gross motor skills
  • Inclusive teaching
  • Assessment strategies
  • Cognitive development
  • Special education
  • Creative learning
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Student engagement
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Progress monitoring
  • Instructional technology
  • IEP implementation
  • Transition planning
  • Special education expertise
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • IEP development
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Motivating students
  • Relationship building
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Social skills development
  • Team building
  • Lesson planning
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Behavior management
  • Health and safety regulations
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Data collection
  • Life skills training
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Safety monitoring
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Continuous improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written communication
  • Behavior modification
  • Curriculum development
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Professional demeanor
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Student needs assessment
  • Student recordkeeping
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Individualized instruction
  • Student records management
  • Behavior modification techniques
  • Resource management
  • Elementary education
  • Analytical skills
  • Student counseling
  • Instructional design
  • Learning style assessment
  • Assessment administration
  • Individualized education programs
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Paraprofessional oversight
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • First aid and CPR
  • Job readiness training
  • Adaptive strategies
  • Non-verbal communication

Certification

  • (New Hampshire) Teaching Certificate Birth Through Kindergarten
  • (North Carolina) Passed Praxis 2 earned Teaching Certificate Kindergarten thru 6th grade

Accomplishments

I have been working with regular and special needs children for 15 years. My passion for teaching children has allowed me to be a better parent, teacher and advocate for young children. I am able to support children at their level through communication and support from families and colleagues. Through my experience of working with other schools I have been able to see how they work and what is effective and not.

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Enjoy participating in activity for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Gardening
  • Participating in local clean-up initiatives
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Cooking
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Reading
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Music
  • Martial Arts
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Dancing
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Genealogy
  • Yoga
  • Animal Care
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Swimming
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends

Timeline

EC Teacher Assistant

Supply Elementary School
09.2023 - Current

Lindley Habilitation
07.2022 - 09.2023

NC Pre-K Teacher

Kids Connection
07.2019 - 07.2022

NC Pre-K Teacher

Child Development Center
07.2015 - 03.2017

K/1 Combination classroom

Columbus County Schools
07.2015 - 09.2016

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Southport Elementary School
09.2009 - 06.2010

NC Pre-K Teacher

Belville Elementary School
09.2008 - 06.2009

NC Pre-K Elementary

Lincoln Elementary
09.2007 - 06.2008

Community Based Care
06.2007 - 08.2007

Teacher Assistant

Union Elementary School
09.2005 - 01.2006

Head Start
09.2004 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

Bachelor of Science - Education

Keene State College
Georginia Cathirene Grossnickle