Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Key Qualifications
Technologyskills
Achievements
Community Service
References
Timeline
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Nickola Turner

Nickola Turner

Clarksville,TN

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Secondary School English Teacher

Pike High School
08.2014 - 05.2024

Secondary School English Teacher

Charles Tindley Accelerated School
08.2012 - 07.2014

Academic Instructor

IndyPendence Job Corps Center
08.2009 - 10.2010

Secondary School English Teacher

Charles Tindley Accelerated School
07.2004 - 08.2009

English Cadre, Professional Development

Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2009 - 10.2010

Visa Services Specialist

IUPUI Office of International Affairs
07.2003 - 06.2004

ESL Teacher

Ibiztrip Corporation
08.2001 - 03.2003

Test Evaluator

CTB/McGraw-Hill
07.2000 - 06.2001

Secondary School English Teacher

Pike High School
11.1999 - 06.2000

Administrative Assistant

Eli Lilly and Company
01.1999 - 12.1999

Secondary School English Teacher

Southport High School
08.1997 - 07.1998

Education

Teacher Education Program -

Marian University
Indianapolis, IN
05.1997

BA English Composition -

DePauw University
Greencastle, IN
05.1994

Skills

  • Written and oral communication
  • E-Learning Strategies
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Public Speaking
  • Training facilitation
  • Course Planning
  • Group Trainings
  • Virtual Training
  • Training delivery
  • Soft skills training
  • Needs Assessment
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Key Qualifications

  • Classroom management
  • Positive learning environment
  • Teaching and tutoring
  • Strong collaborator
  • Special Education
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Experience with instructional design
  • Proofreading/Editing
  • ESL- English as a Second Language
  • Essay writing technique development
  • Effective time management
  • Mentoring

Technologyskills

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Google Classroom
  • Canvas
  • Working knowledge of the Internet
  • Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.

Achievements

  • As a 7th grade ELA teacher, at Arlington High School, students showed a 24% increase on ISTEP. Students reading and writing below grade level showed an improvement of two or more reading levels on NWEA., 08/2013 - 06/2014
  • Standards for Success rating Effective - Highly Effective

Community Service

  • Culture and Climate Team, 2023 - present
  • National Honor Society Advisor, 2018 - 2022
  • Class Advisor, 2015 - 2018
  • New Member Counselor, New Beginnings Fellowship Church, 2010 - 2012
  • YMCA Youth & Government Advisor, 2004 - 2007
  • Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, 03/1993 - present

References

  • Available Upon Request

Timeline

Secondary School English Teacher

Pike High School
08.2014 - 05.2024

Secondary School English Teacher

Charles Tindley Accelerated School
08.2012 - 07.2014

Academic Instructor

IndyPendence Job Corps Center
08.2009 - 10.2010

English Cadre, Professional Development

Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2009 - 10.2010

Secondary School English Teacher

Charles Tindley Accelerated School
07.2004 - 08.2009

Visa Services Specialist

IUPUI Office of International Affairs
07.2003 - 06.2004

ESL Teacher

Ibiztrip Corporation
08.2001 - 03.2003

Test Evaluator

CTB/McGraw-Hill
07.2000 - 06.2001

Secondary School English Teacher

Pike High School
11.1999 - 06.2000

Administrative Assistant

Eli Lilly and Company
01.1999 - 12.1999

Secondary School English Teacher

Southport High School
08.1997 - 07.1998

BA English Composition -

DePauw University

Teacher Education Program -

Marian University
Nickola Turner