Nicole De Falcis
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Goal-oriented Upper School Dean of Students dedicated to cultivating long-lasting relationships with students, parents, teachers, and staff to promote a nurturing student culture.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Coach and Mediator
Self
Fort Worth, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Utilized active listening skills in coaching business to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Provided ongoing support to clients as they navigated life transitions or challenges, fostering resilience and adaptability.
- Increased access to affordable dispute resolution services within underserved communities through pro bono work.
- Created a safe and neutral environment for parties to openly discuss their concerns, promoting constructive dialogue.
Founding Team Member Teacher
Valor Public Schools
Austin, TX
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons in English and History.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering respect among students and helped new teachers implement classroom management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and promoted Charter Schools by attending Legislative meetings.
Middle School Teacher
Sci-Tech Preparatory
Austin, TX
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth.
- Received District Teacher of the Year Award for "consistently outstanding commitment to student success".
- Served on the Parent Engagement Committee that encouraged parents to become involved in after-school activities.
- Handled Public Relations for STEM night and over 200 people attended.
High School French Teacher
Regents School Of Austin
Austin, TX
07.2010 - 06.2016
- Initiated bringing French to Regents and developed a curriculum to instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Created the Regents French Club and served as a faculty advisor.
- Founded the Regents Chapter of the National French Honor Society and wrote the by-laws.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXSkills
- Atlas
- Skyward
- Google Classroom
- WebSMART
- Microsoft Teams and Office Suite
- Social Media
Accomplishments
- Passionate instructor with 20+ years of experience in teaching and training roles, educating students 3-12 grades, young adults, and professionals.
- Innate ability to establish strong rapport and positive classroom culture with teens.
- Certified Trainer for Center for Teacher Effectiveness (CTE) with expertise in Classroom Management: nicoledefalcis.com
- Published a cookbook on Amazon after the Covid lockdown: "Chaffle Mania".
Timeline
Certified Coach and Mediator
Self
01.2022 - Current
Founding Team Member Teacher
Valor Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2019
Middle School Teacher
Sci-Tech Preparatory
06.2016 - 04.2017
High School French Teacher
Regents School Of Austin
07.2010 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
University of Texas At Austin
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