NICHOLAS BAKSH
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
College student with 8 years of childhood education experience seeking a position to utilize my early childhood education experience in a safe school environment to provide exceptional teaching skills and leadership experience.
Professional educator prepared for this role with strong classroom management, curriculum development, and student engagement skills. Known for fostering collaborative environment and achieving educational outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, ready to meet changing needs and ensure student success. Strong in communication, problem-solving, and fostering positive learning atmosphere.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Five Star Swim School
09.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of swim programs, ensuring quality instruction and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on effective teaching techniques and customer service practices.
- Developed schedules for instructors, optimizing resource allocation and program efficiency.
- Implemented customer feedback processes to enhance service delivery and student satisfaction.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient program execution and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for team development and growth opportunities.
- Oversaw inventory management of swim supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels for operations.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Teachers Assistant
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with lead teachers to support the academic and social development of students in Kindergarten and Grades 4-6.
- Assisted in the implementation of lesson plans and educational activities to engage students in a dynamic learning process.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instructions to students requiring additional support.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment by managing behavior and ensuring adherence to classroom rules.
- Prepared instructional materials, maintained classroom organization, and contributed to a creative and stimulating classroom atmosphere.
- Assisted with parent-teacher conferences; communicated to parents about student progress.
Afterschool Family Leader/Coordinator Assistant
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
09.2016 - 06.2023
- Assisted Dean of Enrichment with after school set-up.
- Trained new staff in after-school programming routines and procedures.
- Assisted in the supervision, safety, and maintaining of a secure environment for students during afterschool.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding program updates, schedules, and student achievements.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records and reports related to program attendance, incidents, and evaluations.
- Engaged with scholars ages 5 to 11 in enrichment activities.
- Assisted site leader with the daily routines for the after-school program.
- Maintained an inventory of supplies for students to be engaged during afterschool hours.
- Periodically organized and filed employee and scholar documents.
- Supported vendors while providing instruction to scholars.
- Managed student behaviors while following school rules and expectations.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Early Childhood Education; Teachers of Students with Disabilities
Kean University
Union, NJ04-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Piscataway High School
Piscataway, NJ06-2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Child Safety and Supervision
- Problem Solving and Adaptability
- Detail Oriented
- Mentoring
- Teamwork
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Staff development
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager
Five Star Swim School
09.2020 - Current
Afterschool Family Leader/Coordinator Assistant
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
09.2016 - 06.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Piscataway High School
Bachelor's of Science - Early Childhood Education; Teachers of Students with Disabilities
Kean University