Nichole Folden
Flanders,CT
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in lesson planning, curriculum development, and fostering student engagement. Expertise in differentiated instruction and performance assessment consistently creates positive and effective learning environments. Eager to leverage strengths in a new role outside the classroom after relocating to Connecticut, bringing a unique perspective shaped by prior customer service experience at HealthFusion, Scripps Health, Chase Bank, and Starbucks. Committed to applying a collaborative approach and innovative strategies to drive success in team-oriented settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Heritage Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Provided feedback to parents regarding student's academic growth and behavioral development.
- Developed strategies to effectively manage classroom behavior, promote positive learning environment and ensure student safety.
- Evaluated student academic growth, recording and preparing progress reports for parents or guardians.
- Organized and used variety of teaching techniques, maximizing individual and group learning.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with staff members to assess and solve challenges.
- Attended and participated in professional development activities and conferences to enhance skill and job knowledge.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging and interactive lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities.
- Built a positive rapport with students to encourage them to take risks in their learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, implementation of best practices, professional development activities and sharing resources across grade levels.
- Coached students in areas such as study habits, test taking strategies and organizational skills.
- Created assessment tools including rubrics, tests, quizzes and projects to measure student progress.
- Implemented school's curriculum consistent with unique learning needs of students.
- Established individual goals for each student based on their academic needs and monitored performance throughout the year.
- Engaged parents or guardians by connecting via phone or e-mail.
Intervention Teacher
St. John School
06.2018 - 12.2018
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Creekside Early Learning Center
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions tailored towards specific learner needs while maintaining focus on overall class objectives.
- Utilized technology such as iPads, Smart Boards, online programs and other digital media to enhance instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant data related to student performance.
- Planned lessons with logically sequenced objectives, based on curriculum.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns.
- Assessed student learning and provided ongoing formative feedback for growth.
- Assigned work, correcting and marking projects and tests completed by students.
- Developed comprehensive course syllabi detailing policies and class schedules.
Art Teacher
Bobier Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Integrated music, art, games, stories, field trips into lessons to increase student participation.
- Provided emotional support for children experiencing difficulty adjusting to school life.
- Assisted students in developing their pre-reading, writing, math, science, and social studies skills.
- Created a safe learning environment for students to explore their creativity and express themselves through visual arts.
- Implemented hands-on art activities to encourage active participation, involvement, and teamwork.
- Guided students in developing artistic talents and providing positive feedback.
- Developed and implemented creative, engaging art lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate art into the curriculum across disciplines.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Education
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health and Human Services
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
Skills
- Student engagement strategies
- Relationship building
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction methods
- Performance assessment
- Feedback
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Customer service aptitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
Timeline
Teacher
Heritage Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
Intervention Teacher
St. John School
06.2018 - 12.2018
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Creekside Early Learning Center
08.2015 - 06.2018
Art Teacher
Bobier Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health and Human Services
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Education
Alliant International University