Nicole Karch
Zanesville ,OH
Summary
Accomplished English Teacher at Zanesville City Schools who demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth in order to support district goals and well-being of students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Zanesville City Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Achieve "Accomplished" rating according to the Ohio Teaching Evaluation System (OTES) for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Develop innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assess student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improve classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Work with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Develop strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends, research-based strategies for instruction, and requirements from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
- Design and facilitate group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Use data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Mentor new teachers and area education students, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
Web Developer
City of Crooksville
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted the City of Crooksville with uploading monthly City Counsel minutes to the city's website
- Collaborated with Crooksville administration to gather timely information
- Used WordPress and HTML
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Educated 5-8 Chinese students weekly in basics of English language and grammar through regular conversation practice.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance Chinese students' overall communication skills in English.
- Created engaging and interactive 30-minute-long classroom activities by adopting new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Sustained positive cross-cultural communication by working with parents to improve their children's educational success.
Education
Master Of Education - Education
Muskingum University
New Concord, OHWeb Development
Nucamp Coding Bootcamp
Online02.2021
Teaching Certification - English Language Arts 7-12
Ashland University
Ashland, OH01.2016
Bachelor Of Arts - English
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05.2013
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration with administration, colleagues, community support professionals, parents, and students
- Organizational ability
- Cross-cultural communication
- Microsoft Office and Google Suite products
- Learning management and record keeping software
- Website development and WordPress
- Student records management and compliance
- Multitasking and organization
- Creative thinking
- Adaptability under pressure
- Fast decision making and learning
Accomplishments
Staff of the Month, August 2024
Timeline
Web Developer
City of Crooksville
03.2021 - 08.2021
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
02.2019 - 03.2021
English Teacher
Zanesville City Schools
08.2016 - Current
Master Of Education - Education
Muskingum University
Web Development
Nucamp Coding Bootcamp
Teaching Certification - English Language Arts 7-12
Ashland University
Bachelor Of Arts - English
Cornell University
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