Michael Nichols
225 Old Ithaca Rd. Horseheads,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Elmira City School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in motivating students and enhancing engagement through differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering open communication with parents, ensuring a supportive learning environment that drives student achievement and success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
NYSDOCCS - Five Points Correctional Facility
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with students about their educational journey.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Elementary School Teacher
Elmira City School District
08.2017 - 04.2025
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
Sales and Delivery Associate
Alsco Inc
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Delivered products to customer establishments and business offices.
- Ensured customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate deliveries, maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when faced with challenging circumstances without compromising the quality of work or customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting colleagues and fostering teamwork in meeting company objectives.
- Collaborated with team members to meet tight deadlines during peak delivery periods.
- Assisted with warehouse operations, including inventory management and order fulfillment tasks as needed.
Independent Contractor
Fed Ex Ground
06.1994 - 12.2011
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
- Identified new business opportunities through networking events, online platforms, or word-of-mouth referrals.
Education
Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Alfred University
Alfred, NY12-2017
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Corning Community College
Corning, NY05-2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher
NYSDOCCS - Five Points Correctional Facility
05.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Elmira City School District
08.2017 - 04.2025
Sales and Delivery Associate
Alsco Inc
08.2014 - 08.2017
Independent Contractor
Fed Ex Ground
06.1994 - 12.2011
Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Alfred University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Corning Community College
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