Keri-Jo Micek
Omaha,NE
Summary
Experienced primary educator who emphasizes relationships with students and parents. Knowledgeable in remediation skills and differentiation of lessons.
Professional educator with strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Proficient in curriculum development, student assessment, and communication with parents.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Phoenix Academy
05.2022 - Current
- Administer Kindergarten Readiness assessments and confer with administrators about placement
- Record, track, and analyze student data to provide individualized and differentiated instruction
- Proficient in using iReady, Wit & Wisdom, The Writing Road to Reading/Spalding, and SRA curriculum
Lead Teacher/ Associate Teacher
Educare
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Facilitated classroom management, created and implemented lesson plans, and provided age appropriate activities head start children aged three to five
- Participated in training, seminars, and successfully implemented Conscious Discipline designed by Becky Bailey
- Recorded documentation and completed check points using Teaching Strategies Gold, completed ASQ and DECA assessments for each child
Third Grade Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
08.2006 - 07.2012
- Designed, implemented, and adapted various teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs according to State of NE standards in self-contained classroom
- Administered/interpreted standardized tests to determine student strengths/needs
- Conferred with parents, staff, and administrators about students' behavioral/academic concerns
Director of Education/Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
02.1999 - 11.2002
- Implemented remedial programs for students in reading, writing, and math
- Employed a broad wide range of instructional techniques to maximize student learning
- Administered diagnostic assessments and presented results and program placement recommendations to parents
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
01.1993
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Assessment and evaluation
Certification
- Valid State of NE Teaching Certificate
- Classification: K-8
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher - Phoenix Academy
05.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher/ Associate Teacher - Educare
08.2015 - 05.2022
Third Grade Teacher - Omaha Public Schools
08.2006 - 07.2012
Director of Education/Tutor - Sylvan Learning Center
02.1999 - 11.2002
Midland Lutheran College - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
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