Nicole Hart
Bullhead City
Summary
Experienced educator skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and promoting student growth. Known for building strong relationships with students and families while implementing effective instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Sunrise Elementary School
Bullhead City, AZ
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and social skills.
- Assessed student progress through observations and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
- Integrated technology into lessons using interactive tools to enhance educational experiences.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy, patience, and communication skills.
Title 1 Paraprofessional
Sunrise Elementary School
Bullhead City, AZ
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Led small group sessions focusing on supplemental skills to reinforce core curriculum concepts among students.
- Provided one-on-one assistance for struggling learners or those requiring additional support due to physical or cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, enabling targeted interventions for improved academic performance.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions in math or language arts as needed for reinforcement or remediation purposes.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bullhead City Jr High School
Bullhead City, AZ
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked in the Life Skills Classroom with special education students.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Contract Case Aide
Mile Markers Therapy
Bullhead City, AZ
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Conducted supervised visitations between family members and children for Child Protective Services.
- Transported family members and children to CPS approved visitation sites.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive client information in accordance with agency policies and legal requirements.
- Monitored and documented interactions between family members and children.
Respite Aide/BHP
MIKID
Bullhead City, AZ
03.2011 - 08.2013
- Provided rest, relief care for families with children with behavioral health needs.
- Created and lead the Bullhead City Social Skills Group for children with behavioral health needs.
- Prepared trainings for children 4-13 years of age, including community interactions.
- Prepared complex reports, completed data entries ensuring full compliance with agency requirements, including HIPA guidelines and tight deadlines.
- Trained and guided other respite aides.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
Family Involvement Specialist
Mohave Mental Health Clinic
Bullhead City, AZ
01.2007 - 06.2007
- Developed and conducted Parent/Skills Classes with emphasis on diverse cultural needs.
- Conducted one-on-one family meetings with children and adults.
- Designed and delivered series of classes for parents and children, provided counseling, and educated clients on information pertaining to their specific needs.
- Conducted multi-agency meetings, including Child Family Team Meetings.
- Communicated medical concepts to clients to facilitate understanding and coordinated client care.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Child Life Intern
Arkansas Children Hospital
Little Rock, AR
04.2000 - 04.2000
- Worked with families and patients in a medical setting.
- Developed therapeutic play activities to support emotional well-being of pediatric patients.
- Educated families and patients about medical concepts and medical issues.
- Provided rest, relief, and respite care for families.
- Interacted with children and adolescents in individual settings and group settings to promote social skills.
- Worked with hospital teachers on educational skills for hospitalized children and adolescents.
- Helped families and patients in navagating the medical system and resource systems.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote social interaction among hospitalized children.
- Enhanced patient comfort by creating and implementing developmentally appropriate activities for hospitalized children.
- Assisted in the organization of special events, improving morale among patients and families.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program
Mohave Community College
Bullhead City, AZBachelor of Science - Child Life Specialist
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05-1999
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development Infant/Toddler
Lone Star College
Houston, TX05-1996
Skills
- Child Development
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Organizational and planning skills
- Lesson planning and preparation
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Professionalism and customer service skills
- Computer Skills
- Kind, caring, understanding, and empathic
- Willingness to gain and use new knowledge and skills
Certification
- American Montessori Society Associate Infant & Toddler Credential May,1996
- The Arizona Early Childhood Registry
- Arizona Department of Education Certificate- Alternative Teaching-Mohave Community College
- McKinney-Vento Certificate of Completion
- FEMA Certificate Introduction to Incident Command
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Sunrise Elementary School
03.2023 - 02.2026
Title 1 Paraprofessional
Sunrise Elementary School
08.2018 - 03.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bullhead City Jr High School
07.2017 - 05.2018
Contract Case Aide
Mile Markers Therapy
04.2015 - 08.2016
Respite Aide/BHP
MIKID
03.2011 - 08.2013
Family Involvement Specialist
Mohave Mental Health Clinic
01.2007 - 06.2007
Child Life Intern
Arkansas Children Hospital
04.2000 - 04.2000
Post-Graduate Certificate - Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program
Mohave Community College
Bachelor of Science - Child Life Specialist
Louisiana Tech University
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development Infant/Toddler
Lone Star College