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Nhadijah Thigpen

Andalusia,AL

Summary

Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Educational Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Southeast Alabama Regional Development Commission
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisted lead teacher in the development of age-appropriate lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of each child through empathetic listening, guidance, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Teacher

Giggles And Grins Daycare Center
09.2016 - 03.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Education

No Degree - Child Development

Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Andalusia, AL
08.2024

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School
Letohatchee, AL
05.2013

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Special Needs Support
  • Literacy development

Accomplishments

  • Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Educational Services
01.2023 - Current

Substitute Preschool Teacher

Southeast Alabama Regional Development Commission
08.2021 - 08.2023

Teacher

Giggles And Grins Daycare Center
09.2016 - 03.2019

No Degree - Child Development

Lurleen B Wallace Community College

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School
Nhadijah Thigpen