Mary Claire Nichols
Spearfish,SD
Summary
Highly motivated, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate educator who is committed to successful outcomes for all learners, progressive collaboration among teammates, and meaningful relationships among all stakeholders in the educational experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student teacher
Belle Fourche, SD
08.2023 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans that engaged students and met state and federal curriculum requirements
- Participated in weekly team meetings with 4th-grade teachers
- Practiced positive behavior management strategies for classroom management
- Differentiated lesson structures and content to fit student needs.
Online tutor
Spearfish, SD
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared lesson materials for sessions with students across the state of South Dakota, ranging from K-12, in reading, grammar, and mathematics
- Assisted students with homework material covering all subject areas
- Designed and implemented lessons for ELL students.
Childcare Worker
Spearfish, SD
08.2021 - Current
- Communicated with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
- Assisted children with homework, schoolwork, and after-school activities
- Coordinated and supervised 35-55 students ranging from 3rd-5th grade.
Student Observer
Deadwood, SD/Belle Fourche, SD
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Observed classroom behaviors of 23 students and reflected on classroom the classroom environment
- Applied INTASC Standards to observations in the 4th-grade classroom.
Student Aid
Collbran, CO
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Monitored students’ progress and assisted students and teachers in resolving any problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary Education
Black Hills State University
05.2024
Skills
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Kinesthetic Learning
- Problem-Solving Skills
Skills Achievements
- Problem-solving
- Conflict Management/Resolution
- Organization
- Zoom/Microsoft/Canva
- Patience
- Teamwork
Certification
- Mandatory Reporting (SD)
- South Dakota Early Childhood Enrichment
- CPR
- First Aid
- CPI Training
- Poverty Escape Room
Professional Organizations
- Future Teachers Association, Member, 08/2022, Current
- Jacket Journal, Chief Editor/Online Contributor/Social Media Manager, 08/2020, 12/2021
- Student Engagement & Leadership Center, Front Desk, Graphic Designer, 08/2021, 05/2022
Leadership Experience
Campus Activities Board, President/Operations Director/Entertainment Committee, Spearfish, SD, 01/2020, 05/2022, Led organized meetings and provided members with updated information., Collaborated with community members and planned events at the local nursing home., Coordinated campus-wide events and collaborated with college administration.
Volunteer Experience
Educator’s Rising State Conference, 02/2023, 10/2023, Guided high school students to various lectures and activities., Discussed Education as a career with aspiring teachers across the state of South Dakota.
Timeline
Student teacher
Belle Fourche, SD
08.2023 - Current
Online tutor
Spearfish, SD
11.2022 - Current
Student Observer
Deadwood, SD/Belle Fourche, SD
10.2022 - 05.2023
Childcare Worker
Spearfish, SD
08.2021 - Current
Student Aid
Collbran, CO
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science in Education - Elementary Education
Black Hills State University
- Mandatory Reporting (SD)
- South Dakota Early Childhood Enrichment
- CPR
- First Aid
- CPI Training
- Poverty Escape Room
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