Gretchen Nicholson
Ballwin,MO
Summary
Dependable & personable professional driven to promote educational outcomes through engaging in innovative techniques. Well-versed in coordinating in-person instruction and interactive activities to reinforce core concepts. Attentive to ever changing environments with a curious and energetic dynamic.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Atlas Autism Health
Chesterfield, MO
07.2026 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior plans for clients with autism spectrum disorder to enhance engagement and learning during four hour sessions.
- Collaborated with BCBA to refine implementation practices and identify effective modifications.
- Utilized data collection tools to track client responses and inform adjustments to behavior plans during sessions.
Lead Teacher, Two-Threes Classroom
Our Playhouse Preschool
Durham, NC
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Co-lead group of 14 toddlers in proactive emotional/social regulation skill building including Conscious Discipline and Zones of Regulation.
- Collaborated with parents daily to discuss children's progress and developmental needs and implemented ever-changing strategies for best outcomes.
- Curated daily age appropriate, Reggio inspired provocations and implemented child lead based project learning.
- Conducted parent education on play and emotional regulation via presentations and one-on-one support.
Head K-1 Teacher
The Studio School of Durham
Durham, NC
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Curated consistently evolving learning plans for 12 students based on ability level, learning style, and personality.
- Approached learners with hands-on, exploratory learning beyond the status quo with both core academics and emotional/cognitive learning.
- Coordinated themed exhibitions every two months, showcasing to students families the tangible representation of what they have been exploring.
- Weekly documented progress through photos, documents, verbal parental feedback.
Teacher's Assistant
Keysor Elementary
Kirkwood, MO
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and executed a weekly, 60-minute kindergarten counseling lesson for a 6 class rotation each day.
- Supported 3-5 teachers a day by providing one-on-one student lesson support, instructing learning groups, and performing additional administrative tasks.
- 3 times a day, monitored ~100 students during their lunch/recess time while facilitating restorative conversations and fostering student growth and relationships.
- Fulfilled teaching responsibilities by stepping into faculty roles, ensuring continuity of education.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Truman State University
05-2019
Skills
- Child-Centered
- Restorative Practices
- Strong Communicator
- Interpersonal Connections Focused
- Adaptable
- Reliable & Enthusiastic
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Mentor
- Upward Bound
- Parent's Night Out
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Atlas Autism Health
07.2026 - Current
Lead Teacher, Two-Threes Classroom
Our Playhouse Preschool
08.2024 - 06.2026
Head K-1 Teacher
The Studio School of Durham
08.2022 - 06.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Keysor Elementary
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Truman State University