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Karen Nickel

Maple Valley,WA

Summary

Versatile and dedicated teacher with focus on individual needs of students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Tahoma School District
08.2012 - Current
  • Taught grades K-5 at Rock Creek Elementary and Cedar River Elementary
  • Collaborated with team teacher with an emphasis and expertise in ELA/SS
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching all students.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.

Teacher: Grades 1/2 and Gifted K-5

Bellevue School District 405
08.1997 - 06.2002
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Education

Master in Teaching - K-8 Elementary Education

City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA
08.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06.1993

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Motivating students
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Social-Emotional Learning training
  • Student needs assessment
  • Literacy development
  • Instructional Best Practices
  • Problem-Solving
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Continuing Teacher Certificate
  • Elementary Education K-8
  • Political Science K-12

Timeline

Teacher

Tahoma School District
08.2012 - Current

Teacher: Grades 1/2 and Gifted K-5

Bellevue School District 405
08.1997 - 06.2002

Master in Teaching - K-8 Elementary Education

City University of Seattle

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Washington

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