Margaret Hicks
Lansing,MI
Summary
Dynamic 6th Grade Teacher at National Heritage Academy, skilled in fostering student engagement and collaboration through innovative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Recognized for enhancing literacy development and providing constructive feedback, while mentoring new educators to cultivate a supportive learning environment. Committed to integrating technology for enriched educational experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
National Heritage Academy
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address diverse learning needs and improve academic outcomes.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning experiences for students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and strategies.
- Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
Student Worker
Cmu Dining
10.2018 - 05.2024
- Assisted with daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
- Communicated effectively with peers to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while assisting visitors and answering inquiries.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Education
Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05-2024
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Assessment strategies
- Literacy development
- Mathematics teaching
- Feedback delivery
- Visual aids creation
- Social-emotional learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
Certification
Pk-6th grade certification
Languages
English
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
National Heritage Academy
08.2024 - 06.2025
Student Worker
Cmu Dining
10.2018 - 05.2024
Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
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