Nicole Barash Gordon
Warwick,NY
Summary
Experienced Middle School English Teacher successful at building positive teacher-parent relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver. Implemented Social Emotional Learning to help foster knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to develop healthy identities, create meaningful relationships and engage productively. Highly qualified with over 15 years in classroom environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
PS/IS 208
Bellerose, NY
09.2009 - 06.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Designed and implemented a variety of SEL activities to support students' social and emotional growth
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
IS 237
Flushing, NY
09.1995 - 06.2001
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Instructed more than 150 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY09.1993
Skills
- Language Instruction
- Class Instruction
- Differentiated Learning Styles
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Positive Learning Environment
- Independent Thinking
- Educational Support
- Team Collaboration
- Emotional Support
- Positive Interactions
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Remote Assistance
Additional Information
Facilitated various clubs throughout the year, including student government, yoga, cooking, book club and multi cultural day planning committee.
Completed the teacher training program for Beautiful Me and implemented small group self-esteem program designed to emphasize self-confidence, empowerment and self care for females of all ages.
Timeline
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
PS/IS 208
09.2009 - 06.2021
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
IS 237
09.1995 - 06.2001
Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Long Island University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
SUNY Stony Brook
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