Nicole Schaefer
Westmont,IL
Summary
Results-driven elementary education professional with over 10 years of experience teaching students of various ages and skill levels. Demonstrated expertise in developing engaging and meaningful lessons, effectively managing classrooms, and fostering collaborative environments. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and possesses a Professional Educator License with a middle school ELA endorsement. Seeking a fully remote position to leverage extensive classroom experience and promote optimal student achievement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Teacher
Union Church Early Childhood Program
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Taught 2-4 year olds in a nature based preschool modeled after the Reggio Emilia approach to Early Childhood Education
- Collaborated with 2-3 co-teachers on a daily basis to create engaging and meaningful lessons for our young learners
- Attended various professional development opportunities to learn about Early Childhood development and the Reggio Emilia model of education
- Conducted parent teacher conferences to ensure a strong, collaborative bond between home and school
3rd Grade Teacher
HAZEL CREST SCHOOL DISTRICT 152 1/2
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Developed engaging, rigorous lesson plans in accordance with Common Core Standards
- Created a supportive and collaborative classroom environment
- Supported students socially and emotionally through the use of PBIS tool
- Worked as a member of the PBIS team using data to create meaningful interventions and incentives to support student behavior and achievement
- Collaborated with my fellow 3rd grade teacher to team teach ELA to a diverse group of students
- Conducted professional development seminars on team teaching at State wide seminars
- Conducted parent teacher conferences to ensure a strong, collaborative bond between home and school
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
5th Grade Teacher
HAZEL CREST SCHOOL DISTRICT 152 1/2
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Taught in a self contained 5th grade classroom
- Developed engaging, rigorous lesson plans in accordance with Common Core Standards
- Supported students socially and emotionally through the use of PBIS tool
- Worked as a member of the PBIS team using data to create meaningful interventions and incentives to support student behavior and achievement
- Conducted parent teacher conferences to ensure a strong, collaborative bond between home and school
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Hazel crest SD 152.5
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Taught ELA to a diverse group of students
- Developed engaging, rigorous lesson plans in accordance with Common Core Standards
- Created a supportive and collaborative classroom environment
- Supported students socially and emotionally through the use of PBIS tool
- Worked as a member of the PBIS team using data to create meaningful interventions and incentives to support student behavior and achievement
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication about student progress and academic achievements.
- Assisted in school-wide literacy initiatives, promoting a culture of reading throughout the entire campus community (Scholastic Book Fair Chairperson)
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners through targeted interventions and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and meet the needs of all students in the classroom.
- Contributed to ongoing curriculum review processes, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevancy for 21st-century learners.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Whiting, IN05.2009
Consumer and Family Sciences
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01.2008
Skills
- Exceptional Writing Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Childcare
- Early Childhood Education
- Positive Reinforcement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Experience
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Play-Based Learning
- Classroom Organization
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
Certification
- Professional Educator License
- Teaching Certification
Timeline
Early Childhood Teacher
Union Church Early Childhood Program
08.2015 - 05.2020
3rd Grade Teacher
HAZEL CREST SCHOOL DISTRICT 152 1/2
08.2013 - 05.2015
5th Grade Teacher
HAZEL CREST SCHOOL DISTRICT 152 1/2
08.2012 - 05.2013
6th Grade ELA Teacher
Hazel crest SD 152.5
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Professional Educator License
- Teaching Certification
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Consumer and Family Sciences
Purdue University
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