L. Niki Tuemler

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive assessments for students with diverse needs.
• Utilize assessment data to help determine special education eligibilities and services.
• Design and/or review individualized educational plans for compliance.
• Maintain detailed logs of student evaluation process, ensuring compliance of timelines.
• Facilitate transition process for children exiting Birth To Three services, moving to Part B of IDEA.
• Plan and implement targeted interventions, using ECPBIS materials and modeling, for students exhibiting challenging behavior.
• Conduct IEP/Policy Training for teachers, Student Success Standards Training for teachers, Transporting Young Learners Training for bus drivers/aides, and Challenging Behavior Strategies Training for classroom aides.

• Classroom Teacher for PK/PK Special Needs- 2 years
• Second Grade Teacher- 6 years
• Lighthouse Leadership Team
• Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
• Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
• Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.

• Classroom Teacher -1st/2nd Split (1 year)
• Classroom Teacher- 1st Grade (5 years)
• Classroom Teacher- K/1st Split (1 year)
• Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
• Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.
• Led extracurricular activities such as after-school tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.
• Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.

Kindergarten (1 year)

• Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
• Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.