Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Noteworthy Instructional Practices
References
Timeline
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Nicki Aldrich

Apopka,FL

Summary

Elementary teacher with 16 years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management techniques. Adept at working with low socio-economic students in a diverse setting to promote self-confidence, self-worth and academic growth. Aiming to transfer my skills to successfully fill an elementary teacher position in your school.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Grade Teacher

Lake County Schools
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2008 - 06.2022
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicate those objectives to students
  • Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as read alouds, collaborative games and technology
  • Use data from formative, summative and diagnostic assessments to determine next steps in teaching
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Experience with English as a Second Language students, including students new to the country with no English language proficiency skills
  • Collaborate with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
  • Collaborate in professional learning communities to reflect on lesson effectiveness and discuss individual students' needs and progress.

HEAD TEACHER

CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2012 - 06.2016
  • Work directly with principal to assist in maintaining an effective learning climate within the school
  • Collaborate with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, and student's behavioral or academic concerns
  • Assist staff with behavior management techniques; as well as, work with individual students who are displaying behavior concerns
  • Promote a positive culture for students by planning assemblies, creating reward activities for behavior incentives, boost attendance by awarding students for perfect attendance and organizing student of the month for each grade level.

Education

MASTER OF EDUCATION LITERACY, TECHNOLOGY AND READING -

SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY
SHIPPENSBURG, PA
05.2020

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION ELEMETNARY EDUCATION K-6 -

SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY
SHIPPENSBURG, PA
05.2008

Skills

  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management

Certification

  • PA Elementary Education K-6
  • PA Reading Specialist K-12
  • FL Professional Certificate Elementary Education K-6
  • FL Professional Certificate Reading K-12
  • Florida Endorsement in English for Speakers of Other Languages


Noteworthy Instructional Practices

  • Small group instruction in math, reading and writing
  • Number Talks
  • Power Teaching
  • Children's Literacy Initiative (CLI)
  • Message Time Plus
  • Resiliency

References

References are available upon request.

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

Lake County Schools
07.2022 - Current

HEAD TEACHER

CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2012 - 06.2016

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2008 - 06.2022

MASTER OF EDUCATION LITERACY, TECHNOLOGY AND READING -

SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION ELEMETNARY EDUCATION K-6 -

SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY

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