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Nichole Clark

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dedicated and results-oriented educator with over six years of experience in the teaching and coaching field. Proven ability to produce and deliver effective train-the-trainer materials for career development and task management. Adept at collaborating on curriculum development for department trainings, contributing significantly to enhancing educational programs. Experienced in managing classrooms of up to 22 students, achieving a 73% improvement in overall academic performance. Skilled in providing personalized one-on-one coaching tailored to individual learning styles, resulting in enhanced student outcomes. Proficient in navigating high-pressure situations in fast-paced environments, demonstrating strong communication skills with students, parents, colleagues, and team members. Excel in strategic planning, collaboration, and attention to detail, utilizing a variety of tools including Excel spreadsheets, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Google Slides for effective documentation and presentation. Known for maintaining open communication channels to foster a supportive learning environment and drive student growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

2nd Grade Teacher

North Side ISD
09.2023 - Current
  • Created welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting sense of belonging among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • managing classroom up to 22 students, and achieving a 73% improvement in overall academic performance.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum successfully.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Verified entered data against source documents to maintain consistency across multiple platforms within the organization.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating best practices in instructional design.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to ensure that resources were allocated effectively and efficiently during curriculum development projects.
  • Presented findings on curriculum effectiveness at conferences or workshops to share insights with peers in field of education.
  • Streamlined internal communication processes by implementing effective communication tools and platforms.

3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

North Side ISD
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within classroom.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating best practices in instructional design.
  • Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
  • Implemented innovative technological solutions that facilitated greater engagement among learners while also increasing productivity within team.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
  • Promoted parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.

Babysitter

TimeOutSitters
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child's health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
  • Improved employee satisfaction by fostering open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and directing activities.
  • Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Assisted children with bathing and potty training to instill good hygiene from young age.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Discussed developments, behavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
  • Supervised and cared for children ages 4 weeks to 18 years.
  • Calculated amount owed for services and collected payment from parents.
  • Coordinated after-school activities and transportation for practices and events.
  • Completed logs with relevant information regarding activities and behaviors.


Child Development Teacher

Clarksburg High School
08.2015 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of teaching methods by analyzing student performance data, making adjustments as needed to improve overall results.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, and directors both online and in person.
  • Led professional development sessions for fellow teachers, sharing best practices in early childhood education techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Increased student academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques.
  • Instructed fine arts, reading, math, and science classes for preschool aged children.

Lifeguard

RSV Pools
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Kept watch over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
  • Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
  • Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
  • Consistently complied with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
  • Adhered strictly to emergency action plans.
  • Led swimmer instructional lessons with varying aged participants to share optimal swim techniques and promote strength building.
  • Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
  • Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
  • Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
  • Updated logs detailing weather conditions, treatments provided and incident information to keep management informed of activities.
  • Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
  • Informed patrons of unsafe or hazardous conditions and requested alternative activities.
  • Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and quickest methods for remediation.
  • Conducted pool inspections and removed obstacles and debris from toys to trash impeding line of sight.
  • Communicated complex operations, pool or visitor issues to supervisor for assistance with remediation.
  • Supervised maintenance and notified appropriate department of issues requiring immediate resolution.
  • Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.2022

Skills

  • Produced and delivered train the trainer materials for career development and task management
  • Heavily contributed as a valuable member in collaborations of curriculum development for department trainings
  • Managed classroom of 22 people, resulting in 73% improvement of students with their overall academic performance
  • Preformed one on one coaching with clients that require customized training tailored to individual learning types
  • Effectively managed high-pressure situations in fast paced environment
  • Stakeholder management
  • Cross functional collaboration
  • Teaching and coaching
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Data Entry, and Database Management

Certification

  • State Board for Educator Certification
  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibility EC-12 Certification
  • Science of Teaching Reading Certification
  • Gifted and Talented Certification

Timeline

2nd Grade Teacher

North Side ISD
09.2023 - Current

3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

North Side ISD
10.2022 - 06.2023

Babysitter

TimeOutSitters
01.2020 - 08.2022

Lifeguard

RSV Pools
06.2016 - 09.2017

Child Development Teacher

Clarksburg High School
08.2015 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At San Antonio
Nichole Clark