NICHOLAS L. TATUM
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutorial Teacher
Governor State University
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Tutored diverse groups of 2-3 students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist 2-3 students in area of study.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning by 80% instructional growth.
- Mentored and coached 2-3 students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Cross Category Teacher
Cook County School District 130
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and managed 9 IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for 9-10 special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording 9 student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Tutorial Teacher
Great LakesAcademy
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Tutored diverse groups of 10 students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Worked closely with 10-15 students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Motivated 10-15 students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
College Prep Instructor
Noble-Hansberry
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Designed and conducted lesson plans and student performance assessments
- Developed innovative goals for 10 student IEPs and created over-arching classroom objectives
- Implemented culturally-responsive classroom management systems and behavioral supports.
Business Academy Instructor
Memphis
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed and conducted lesson plans and student performance assessments
- Developed innovative goals for student 23 IEPs and created over-arching classroom objectives
- Implemented culturally-responsive classroom management systems and behavioral supports.
Instructor
Shelby County Schools Resource
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and performed assessments in support of determination of needs by 50% instructional growth.
- Developed academic and behavioral goals supported by identified services
- Coordinated 6 students transitions, implemented dynamic classroom behavior systems, and monitored attendance.
Instructor
Tunica County School District Inclusive Practices
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Designed and conducted lesson plans and student performance assessments
- Developed innovative goals for student IEPs and created over-arching classroom objectives
- Implemented culturally-responsive classroom management systems and behavioral supports.
Functional Skills Instructor
Shelby County Schools
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and performed assessments in support of determination of need
- Developed academic and behavioral goals supported by identified services
- Coordinated student transitions, implemented dynamic classroom behavior systems, and monitored attendance
- Middle Grade Social Science
- Interventionist, K-8
- Interventionist, 6-12
- SpEd Modified, K-12
- Teacher Certificate
Substitute Instructor
Shelby County Schools
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Worked with students in small groups of three to four, supporting development of basic reading and writing skills
- Assisted individual students in preparation for exams such as the SAT, ACT, GED, GRE, and GMAT
- Completed evaluations and reports charting student progress.
District Resource Instructor
Memphis City School
11.2007 - 06.2010
- Developed 25 Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and performed assessments in support of determination of needs.
- Developed academic and behavioral goals supported by identified services
- Coordinated student transitions, implemented dynamic classroom behavior systems, and monitored attendance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Coordinator
Shelby Residential, County School
01.2006 - 04.2007
- Managed service delivery for clients with severe intellectual delays
- Maintained a comprehensive charting system detailing demographics and history for each client
- Wrote Individual Support
- Plans to support implementation of services to support patient well-being
- Scheduled appointments accordingly to State regulations
- DMRS certified
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Full Inclusion for Students with Special Needs
- Tunica County School District, April 2016
- Writing SMART ISP Goals
Education
M.Ed - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cambridge College
2015
BS - Special Education
LeMoyne-Owen College
2010
BA - Political Science
LeMoyne-Owen College
2005
Skills
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Instruct Groups
- Academic Performance Evaluations
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Curriculum Review and Lesson Preparation
- Experience with Students Ages 5 and Up
- Social Development
- MAP Testing and Data
- Creating Customized Learning Plans
- Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Diversity and Inclusion
Certification
Professional Education License State of Illinois May 2022-June 2027 IEIN:1326538 License No. 2574334
- Social Science-Geography, 9-12
- Social Science-Political Science, 9-12
- Social Science-History, 9-12
- Social Science-Psychology, 9-12
- Social Science-Sociology and Anthropology, 9-12
- Social Science-Economics, 9-12
- Social Science-5-8
- Learning Behavior Specialist I-Kindergarten-22
Teaching Credentials State of Mississippi July 2014-June 2024
License No. 236914
- Social Studies, 7-12 Mild to Moderate Disabilities
Educator License State of Arkansas Sept. 2015 - Dec. 2019
License No.
- Special Education, K-12
Professional Teacher Licensure State of Tennessee March 2022– June 2027
License No. 000522699
- Middle Grade Social Science
Interventionist, K-8
Interventionist, 6-12
SpEd Modified, K-12
Teacher Certificate State of South Dakota
July 2014 – July 2019
License No. 76986-0
SpEd Modified, K-12
Timeline
Tutorial Teacher
Governor State University
10.2022 - 06.2023
Cross Category Teacher
Cook County School District 130
08.2022 - 06.2023
Tutorial Teacher
Great LakesAcademy
05.2022 - 06.2022
College Prep Instructor
Noble-Hansberry
02.2022 - 06.2022
Business Academy Instructor
Memphis
08.2021 - 12.2021
Instructor
Shelby County Schools Resource
08.2016 - 06.2019
Instructor
Tunica County School District Inclusive Practices
08.2015 - 06.2016
Functional Skills Instructor
Shelby County Schools
10.2014 - 06.2015
Substitute Instructor
Shelby County Schools
06.2010 - 06.2014
District Resource Instructor
Memphis City School
11.2007 - 06.2010
Coordinator
Shelby Residential, County School
01.2006 - 04.2007
M.Ed - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cambridge College
BS - Special Education
LeMoyne-Owen College
BA - Political Science
LeMoyne-Owen College
Professional Education License State of Illinois May 2022-June 2027 IEIN:1326538 License No. 2574334
- Social Science-Geography, 9-12
- Social Science-Political Science, 9-12
- Social Science-History, 9-12
- Social Science-Psychology, 9-12
- Social Science-Sociology and Anthropology, 9-12
- Social Science-Economics, 9-12
- Social Science-5-8
- Learning Behavior Specialist I-Kindergarten-22
Teaching Credentials State of Mississippi July 2014-June 2024
License No. 236914
- Social Studies, 7-12 Mild to Moderate Disabilities
Educator License State of Arkansas Sept. 2015 - Dec. 2019
License No.
- Special Education, K-12
Professional Teacher Licensure State of Tennessee March 2022– June 2027
License No. 000522699
- Middle Grade Social Science
Interventionist, K-8
Interventionist, 6-12
SpEd Modified, K-12
Teacher Certificate State of South Dakota
July 2014 – July 2019
License No. 76986-0
SpEd Modified, K-12
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