Leslie Nichols

• Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in noticeable improvements in students'' reading proficiency levels.
• Assessed individual student progress and tailored lesson plans to address specific needs, ensuring academic growth for all learners.
• Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and offering resources for at-home support.
• Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies in the intensive reading curriculum.
• Tracked student performance data to inform future lesson planning decisions and target areas needing additional focus or reinforcement.
• Taught 160 students allowing 40 % of low level readers to test out by the end of the year. Well over half the class made learning gains/ increased reading competency scores by the end of the year.

• Developed and implemented health education strategies to reach middle and high school students (including colleagues ).
• Taught students and staff how to effectively administer CPR in conjunction with the AHA.
• Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
• Raised awareness of public health issues through organizing workshops, seminars, and presentations.
• Recommended health education curricula for healthcare providers, community organizations and schools.

*** Worked full-time as a Health Educator for 6 years. Intermittently filled in as a substitute for several years thereafter while managing a household and raising a family (approximately 15 years ).

• Performed medical assistant duties (specifically taking vitals, administering EKG's, attaching holter monitors, educating patients on the use of such devices).
• Developed and delivered training sessions to patients regarding the use of equipment and medications in order to optimize health and wellness.
• Collaborated with team members and physician to provide optimal care for patients.
• Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
• Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
• Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls, in-person and email correspondence.
• Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
• Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations in a very busy practice. Essentially fielded at least 30 calls per day and assisting in 20 patient exams on any given day.

• Educated groups of clients as to the efficient use of the program resulting in an 85% success rate while adhering to the program and making the necessary lifestyle changes.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending conferences, workshops, and other relevant educational opportunities.
• Identified key areas for improvement in existing programs or services, proposing innovative solutions to enhance client satisfaction.
• Organized workshops and seminars to further educate clients on the benefits of proper nutrition and exercise habits.