Neiva Smith
Cook,Minnesota
Summary
Passionate and dedicated first year teacher who is ready to start off her educational career. Committed to providing all students a safe and welcoming space where they can learn, grow, and have fun. Determined to provide students with what they need for success regardless of skill or ability level. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
K-3 Special Services Long-Term Substitute
Tri-City United Public Schools
2024.02 - 2024.05
- Contributed to the development of a safe and inclusive school climate by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Participated in IEP meetings, ensuring that accommodations were accurately documented and implemented for special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
- Engaged in professional development trainings within the district.
- Lead Parent-Teacher Conferences.
- Collected data and completed progress reports for students IEP goals.
Building Substitute Teacher
Tri-City United Public Schools
2023.12 - 2024.01
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Followed daily sub plans for classes ranging from 1st grade to 12th grade.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Infant and Toddler Teachers Assistant
Cultivate Mankato
2021.09 - 2022.05
- Followed daily infant feeding, resting, changing and play routines for 4 infants a day.
- Monitor 8 toddlers during snack, outdoor play time and rest time.
Preschool Paraprofessional
North Woods School
2021.01 - 2021.06
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Monitored students during lunch, recess and classroom time.
- Prepared lesson materials for the lead classroom teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN12.2023
Associate of Arts -
Vermillion Community College
Ely12.2020
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- General Education classroom experience
- Special Education classroom experience
- Positive Attitude
- Classroom Management
- Creating engaging and meaningful lesson plans for students
- Experience with data collection and reporting in the Special Education setting
- Experience in student IEP and student support meetings
Timeline
K-3 Special Services Long-Term Substitute
Tri-City United Public Schools
2024.02 - 2024.05
Building Substitute Teacher
Tri-City United Public Schools
2023.12 - 2024.01
Infant and Toddler Teachers Assistant
Cultivate Mankato
2021.09 - 2022.05
Preschool Paraprofessional
North Woods School
2021.01 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Associate of Arts -
Vermillion Community College
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