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Nicole Finch

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Summary

Dynamic and dedicated educator with extensive experience at Safety Harbor Montessori Academy, adept in classroom management and creative teaching. Successfully implemented individualized learning plans, fostering independent growth and enhancing student engagement. Known for strong parent communication and collaboration, promoting a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development in Montessori education.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Montessori Teacher

Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
07.2020 - Current
  • Implemented Montessori principles in daily classroom activities, promoting independent learning and self-discovery among students.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing hands-on learning activities and creative teaching methods.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, and training sessions related to Montessori education.
  • Contributed to the development of an inclusive classroom culture that valued respect, diversity, and open mindedness.
  • Conducted conferences to establish and maintain consistent and clear communication with parents.
  • Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
  • Improved classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices and improve overall curriculum effectiveness.
  • Boosted parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
  • Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.

Lead Preschool Teacher/VPK Teacher's Assistant

NorthEast Park Preschool
08.2015 - 06.2020
  • Assisted and supervised 15 children through entire school day.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education

Spc
Seminole, FL
07-2025

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Child development
  • Parent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative teaching
  • Patience and empathy
  • Montessori method
  • Safety procedures
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Nutrition
  • Daily life skills
  • Art and music integration
  • Language development
  • First aid and CPR
  • Montessori materials knowledge

Certification

  • Early Childhood Education Certificate - Various State Departments of Education.

Timeline

Assistant Montessori Teacher

Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
07.2020 - Current

Lead Preschool Teacher/VPK Teacher's Assistant

NorthEast Park Preschool
08.2015 - 06.2020

Associate of Arts - Education

Spc

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