Nicole Lewis
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
To obtain a teaching position in the New York City Department of Education where I can utilize my experience and knowledge to support the needs and strengths of diverse students in meeting learning goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 375 Jackie Robinson School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Design and implement lessons focused on social-emotional development, including mood meter exercises, daily "question of the day," art therapy, play therapy, therapeutic yoga, and read-alouds.
- Utilize purposeful play to support student engagement and foster a hands-on, dynamic learning environment for exploration and growth
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) with tailored academic and developmental goals to meet each student’s unique needs
- Adapt and differentiate the Creative Curriculum to support diverse learning styles, and children with special needs
- Collaborate with teaching teams to enhance student learning and address varied educational needs
- Establish strong communication networks with families, service providers, and CPSE workers to ensure consistent student support
- Monitor and document student progress, assessing developmental milestones and academic growth
- Integrate diverse communication methods, including sign language, visual aids, and AAC devices, to empower students in expressing themselves effectively
Head Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
09.2015 - 08.2024
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment where children could grow and flourish
- Conducted small group and whole group instruction in a 3 and 4-year-old classroom
- Created and implemented small and whole group literacy units aligned with the Common Core that emphasized reading and writing skills and document growth of students
- Conducted whole group and small group instruction in math, social studies and science
- Created and implemented hands-on STEAM lessons
- Experience in differentiating lessons in order to meet the needs of all students
- Worked collaboratively with staff, families of students and specialists to discuss the whole class as well as individual student’s needs and set goals
Assistant Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
01.2009 - 08.2015
Afterschool Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
09.2007 - 12.2010
Assistant Teacher
JUST WEE TWO
Brooklyn, NY
10.2008 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to cultivate a supportive learning environment, where each student was able to meet personal goals, learn and succeed
- Worked with individual students and small groups of students to reinforce the learning of information and skills initially introduced by the teacher
- Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining a classroom environment that was conducive to learning and appropriate to the needs and interests of the students
Volunteer
SAINT FRANCIS RESIDENCY
Brooklyn, NY
07.2007 - 12.2009
- Responsible for the safety of mother’s and children living in residence
- Help create and implement residency schedules
Volunteer
CHIPS SOUP KITCHEN
Brooklyn, NY
11.2006 - 11.2009
- Served meals to community members in need
- Prepared snacks and ingredients for meals
- Greet community members and conduct intakes of community member information
- Maintain and clean the facility
Education
MS - Early Childhood Education
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Brooklyn, NY06.2019
BA - Sociology, Women’s Studies
SAINT FRANCIS COLLEGE
Brooklyn, NY05.2008
Certification
- New York State Certification in Early Childhood Education
- New York State Certification in Students with Disabilities
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 375 Jackie Robinson School
09.2024 - Current
Head Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
09.2015 - 08.2024
Assistant Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
01.2009 - 08.2015
Assistant Teacher
JUST WEE TWO
10.2008 - 06.2008
Afterschool Teacher
BEANSPROUTS NURSERY SCHOOL
09.2007 - 12.2010
Volunteer
SAINT FRANCIS RESIDENCY
07.2007 - 12.2009
Volunteer
CHIPS SOUP KITCHEN
11.2006 - 11.2009
BA - Sociology, Women’s Studies
SAINT FRANCIS COLLEGE
MS - Early Childhood Education
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE