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Work History
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Natalie Levi

Newton,Utah
Natalie Levi

Summary

Dynamic educator with over 13 years of progressive teaching experience, recognized for enhancing student participation and mastery. Expertise in leveraging student interests to drive engagement, complemented by a strong focus on differentiated instruction. Committed to cultivating a positive classroom environment that fosters creativity and effective learning.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

North Park Elementary
Tremonton, UTAH

Teacher
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Effectively taught ELA skills, including letter names and sounds, first sound fluency, middle sound fluency, phoneme blending, and phoneme segmentation, at 95% class accuracy at MOY on the PSI.
  • Effectively taught Math at 97% class accuracy on the Bells testing for all MOY skills
  • Maintained exceptional classroom management using the Big 8, and focused on positive reinforcement and intrinsic motivation, especially in difficult situations.
  • Scored effective on all evaluations, and highly effective by coaches.
  • Effectively works with the PLC team in meeting our team goals.
  • A strong collaborator with all stakeholders, which includes respecting diversity, communicating clearly, actively listening to others, and positively accepting feedback to improve my practice.
  • Trained in Acadiance Testing.
  • Assessed students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects. Then I used that data to direct my teaching and Tier Two work.
  • Maintains data and assessments to support students, and meet their needs in their educational development.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Provided individualized instruction in Tier two and Tier three groups to meet the needs of all students.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline for various students according to their needs both in and out of my classroom.
  • Supervised and developed the Chess and Checkers Club to support kids in making friends and strengthening their math skills.

Thomas Edison Charter School

Classroom Aide
11.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Uses the Spalding method to effectively teach elemental skill development to all students in the classroom, in various methods for clear understanding
  • Maintains classroom management effectively in a Glen Letham manner
  • Teaches in a long-term substitute position as needed
  • Familiar with the second grade curriculum, and uses it to assist in preparing lessons and paperwork needed for the lessons
  • Assists in grading and record keeping
  • Teaches small groups of students on all core subjects, while providing differentiated instruction for their individual needs
  • Works with TECS Special Education Team in developing and following through with behavioral and academic needs of various students in the classroom
  • Maintain paperwork and IEP documentations and testing for Special Ed as directed
  • Maintain high expectations and positive teaching practices meeting team goals
  • A strong collaborator with all stakeholders that includes respecting diversity, communicating clearly, actively listening to others, and positively accepting feedback to improve my practice
  • Trained in Acadiance Reading and Math Testing as well as The Spalding Method

Thomas Edison Charter School

Special Ed Aide
11.2019 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Uses the Spalding method to clearly and precisely teach and strengthen reading, spelling, writing skills, and problem solving skills
  • Taught various skill build units in social skills, memory strategies, and proper behavioral strategies
  • Worked closely with the TECS Special Ed Team in developing strategies and supports for students' needs
  • Assisted in Dibels Testing and Progress monitoring for all my students, and maintained documentation for IEP needs

Thomas Edison Charter School

Student Teacher
08.2019 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Developed lesson plans to state standards using varying assessment strategies
  • Taught engaging units in a second grade class
  • Maintain high expectations and positive teaching practices

Bear River Middle School

Paraprofessional
10.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Taught reading and math programs for students in the Functional Skills Unit
  • Focused on differentiated instruction for maintaining high IEP Standards
  • Supervised students with hygiene and toileting needs
  • Taught social skills in cross-curricular teaching strategy
  • Assisted with Speech therapy
  • Completed all tasks as needed by the Teacher

Discovery Preschool & Daycare
Syracuse, USA

Owner/Teacher
06.2001 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Syracuse UT - Owner/Teacher
  • Developed curriculum teaching core concepts of Reading, Science, Art, and Math for children aged 3-5
  • Taught daily school readiness programs
  • Developed and taught sensory and dramatic play activities
  • Taught and Supervised multiple school field trips to various areas of Utah
  • Developed & implemented after-school tutoring program for elementary aged children
  • Developed and Taught a socialization program geared towards children on the Autism Spectrum
  • Participated and successfully worked with various Preschool and Daycare State Agencies in gaining accreditation and obtaining grants for multiple programs
  • Supervised multiple employees in various capacities
  • Syracuse UT - Owner/Teacher

Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah

Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
02.2020

University Overview

  • State of Utah Teaching Certificate Level 1
  • Concentration in Elementary Education 1-8, K-6
  • Expiration Date: 2026-06-30

Skills

  • Student motivation
  • Instructional best practices
  • Alternative dispute resolution training
  • Test proctoring
  • Student assessment
  • Motivating students
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Public speaking
  • Critical thinking
  • Student records management
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Growth mindset
  • Classroom management
  • Project-based learning

Certification

State of Utah Teaching Certificate, Level 1, Elementary Education 1-8, K-6, 721826, 06/30/25

Cactus Id

Cactus Id

721826

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • I callaborate with State and Federal Representatives in campaigning and fundraising
  • I discuss and make citizen groups that impact legislation
  • I run meetings of 300-400 people in voting and discussing bylaws and business.
  • I stand as a representative of traditional values and community support

Timeline

Teacher
North Park Elementary
06.2023 - Current
Classroom Aide
Thomas Edison Charter School
11.2022 - 01.2023
Special Ed Aide
Thomas Edison Charter School
11.2019 - 01.2022
Student Teacher
Thomas Edison Charter School
08.2019 - 11.2019
Paraprofessional
Bear River Middle School
10.2018 - 08.2019
Owner/Teacher
Discovery Preschool & Daycare
06.2001 - 08.2014
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
Natalie Levi