Nicole Propp
Lee's Summit,MO
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of fostering student growth and enhancing literacy development within diverse communities. At Lewis Palmer School District 38, spearheaded initiatives that elevated student proficiency in Language Arts to 73%. Expert in curriculum implementation and adept at creating inclusive learning environments. Demonstrates exceptional data analysis skills and a commitment to helping others use best instructional practices with fidelity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 3rd Grade
Hickman Mills School District
08.2023 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic and social emotional needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using a variety of different strategies.
- Used knowledge of restorative practices and MTSS to implement interventions to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Maintained high energy and safe classroom environment designed to help students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to assess data and design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize students' education.
Dean of Students
Lewis Palmer School District 38
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided assistance to faculty and staff in duties such as teaching/co-teaching classes, conducting staff professional developments, and scheduling school wide events.
- Established operational policies and procedures as well as made any necessary modifications based on analysis of operations, demographics and other research information.
- Supported and coached teachers and support staff on new curriculum adoptions and best classroom practices.
- Represented school on the district MTSS/RTI implementation team and directed school site MTSS team.
- Worked closely with the principal to formulate and implement strategic plans for the building. As a result, student test scores improved from 61% proficiency in Language Arts and 48% proficiency in Math in 2021 to 73% proficiency in Language Arts and 63% proficiency in Math in 2022. Therefore, placing our school among the top 5% of all schools in Colorado according to Public School Review.
- Interviewed and trained new hires ranging from teachers, paraprofessionals and support staff in classroom management strategies, verbal deescalation strategies, as well as best instructional practices.
- Analyzed reports on academic and institutional data.
Reviewed student misconduct reports requiring disciplinary action, and counseled students and faculty regarding such. - Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for teachers by leading classes on topics such as restorative classrooms and seven steps to a language rich classroom.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students with social emotional learning stuggles.
Teacher - Grades 1-5
San DIego Unified School District
10.2008 - 06.2019
- Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting student learning and personal growth.
- Attended and participated in professional development activities and conferences to enhance skill and job knowledge.
- Integrated technology into classroom and lesson plans, supporting students through accessibility tools.
- Formed positive relationships with students and family members to ensure the highest level of support for every student.
- Served as a grade level team lead on the Instructional Leadership Team responsible for making school wide decisions and implementing them within my grade level.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate a wide variety of learners including; multilingual learners, students with disabilities, students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, gifted and talented learners as well as students from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
- Identified student needs through the analysis of data and collaboration with staff members to assess and solve challenges.
Education
Education Specialist Ed.S - Educational Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05-2021
Master of Arts - Teaching Literacy
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Diego State Univrsity
San Diego05-2007
Skills
- Serving diverse communities
- Instructional best practices
- Literacy development
- Subject matter expertise
- Data analysis
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Group and individual instruction for students and adults
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Compass Elementary in 2024.
- Won "Top Performer" award for highest test scores in the district in 2024.
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Penn Elementary in 2018.
- Awarded "Above and Beyond Educator of the Year" in San Diego Unified 2019.
- Lewis Palmer Elementary won the "John Irwin School of Excellence Award" while I was the Dean of Students in 2022.
- Lewis Palmer Elementary won the "Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award" while I was the Dean of Students in 2019.
Certification
- Missouri Teaching License
- Kansas Teachings License
- Colorado Teaching License
- Missouri Principal License
- Kansas Principal License
- Colorado Principal License
Timeline
Teacher - 3rd Grade
Hickman Mills School District
08.2023 - Current
Dean of Students
Lewis Palmer School District 38
08.2021 - 06.2023
Teacher - Grades 1-5
San DIego Unified School District
10.2008 - 06.2019
- Missouri Teaching License
- Kansas Teachings License
- Colorado Teaching License
- Missouri Principal License
- Kansas Principal License
- Colorado Principal License
Education Specialist Ed.S - Educational Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts - Teaching Literacy
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Diego State Univrsity
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