Nicole Pursley
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Prevention Specialist
Recovery Resource Council
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Presented accurate information on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
- Provided structured opportunities for program participants to integrate knowledge, attitudes and skills needed to meet specific program goals and objectives.
- Presented information regarding Life Skills program and drug alcohol lessons to groups of school aged children.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with school staff
- Established strong relationships with schools and community groups, expanding the reach of prevention efforts.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on developing coping skills and strategies for managing stressors related to substance use.
- Enhanced community awareness of drug-related issues through engaging presentations and workshops.
Substitute Teacher
Fort Worth Christian
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Substitute Teacher
Birdville ISD
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Pre-K 3 Lead Teacher
The Learning Station
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Substitute Teacher
Keller ISD
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
BA General Studies - Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice
Texas Womens University
Denton, Texas05.2023
Associates of Arts in Teaching -
Tarrant County Community College
Hurst, TX05.2015
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
Certification
- CPR certified
- Life Skills training
- Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Child and Adolescent Development
Volunteer Experience
- The Birthday Party Project, Lead Party Coordinator, 2013-01-01, 2023-12-31, Managing and supervising large groups of volunteers at various local shelters, Effectively communicating the organization's mission with volunteers, Providing frequent updates to staff members, Leading and executing birthday parties for youth at SafeHaven Fort Worth, SafeHaven Arlington, and Union Gospel Misson, Fort Worth
- Destination Imagination Youth Program, Team Manager, 2011-01-01, 2024-12-31, Facilitating learning, guiding time-management, and assisting team members, Organizing team meetings, Maintaining a safe environment, Providing access to resources, Guiding the team through the creative process, from imagination to innovation to implementation
Timeline
Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Prevention Specialist
Recovery Resource Council
05.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Fort Worth Christian
05.2022 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Birdville ISD
09.2021 - 05.2023
Pre-K 3 Lead Teacher
The Learning Station
10.2020 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Keller ISD
08.2013 - 05.2017
BA General Studies - Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice
Texas Womens University
Associates of Arts in Teaching -
Tarrant County Community College
Similar Profiles
Heather BlackwellHeather Blackwell
AVID Tutor at Birdville Independent School DistrictAVID Tutor at Birdville Independent School District
Pamella OchoaPamella Ochoa
English Teacher at Birdville Independent School DistrictEnglish Teacher at Birdville Independent School District
Samantha PerrySamantha Perry
RN/Watauga MS/Resource Nurse/Haltom HS at Birdville Independent School DistrictRN/Watauga MS/Resource Nurse/Haltom HS at Birdville Independent School District
Mark CantrellMark Cantrell
Fire Chief at Colleyville Fire DepartmentFire Chief at Colleyville Fire Department
Sara ArcherSara Archer
Account Executive at USIAccount Executive at USI