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A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level criminal justice position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
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Nichole LaPoint
Racine,WI
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
One Step Ahead Children Center
Lead Teacher/Transport Driver
02.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress and collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated superior transport service, providing accurate time estimates and courteous responses.
- Handled challenging situations calmly and professionally, resolving conflicts when necessary to maintain a peaceful atmosphere on the bus.
Almost Home Academy
Teacher/Cook Shift Leader
09.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Education
Purdue University West Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
05.2025
University Overview
Gateway Technical College Kenosha, WI
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
04.2023
University Overview
Awards and Honors
- Dean's List (Fall Semester 2020-2021)
- Dean's List (Spring semester 2022-2023
Scholarship Recipient
- Gateway Technical College District Board Scholarship
Certificates
- Certificate of completion- Child Care Basics
- Certificate of completion- Child Care Teacher
Professional Development
- Wisconsin Registry- Level Twelve
Skills
- Lesson Development
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Planning
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Key Decision Making
- Safety Awareness
- Active Listening
- Team Building
- Curriculum Development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Telephone Etiquette
- Punctuality and Work Ethics
- Google Slides
- Positive Interactions
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Lead Teacher/Transport Driver
One Step Ahead Children Center
02.2013 - Current
Teacher/Cook Shift Leader
Almost Home Academy
09.2010 - 06.2012
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
Gateway Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
Quote
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
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