Nicole Strom
Wrangell,AK
Summary
Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children. Skilled in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies. Adept at modifying plans to different student learning styles.
Overview
1825
1825
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Kodiak Island Borough School District
Kodiak, AK
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
- Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.
- Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Kindergarten 7 Years & 3rd Teacher 2 Years
Love Elementary
Alameda, CA
08.2014 - Current
- Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher check-ins.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Entered data into online student information system to report academic progress, information.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
- Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain students' interest and maximize learning.
- Utilized technology resources, including SMART Boards, Google classroom applications to develop lesson plans.
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
- Worked one-on-one with students to create individualized lesson plans to increase progress.
- Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
- Implemented a child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote social emotional learning and practical tools for self regulation.
Behavorial Instructional Assistant
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Santa Barbara, CA
08.2012 - 05.2014
- N Taken initiative to learn new things and are focused on increasing student successes and program outcomes.
- N Provided a range of support to facilitate the implementation of the TIER's program at both GVJH and Cleveland.
- N Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- N Taken initiative to solve problems, identify potential solutions and implement them.
- N maintained supportive interpersonal relationships.
5th Grade Teacher
Hunter Elementary School
Fairbanks, Alaska
01.2012 - 01.2013
- N Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities.
- N Assess what needs to be done to assist teachers or students effectively.
- N Assisted student with Autism in general education history class and managed students progress on homework during study hall.
- N Instructed 2 students daily in Algebra, assessed skill gaps, designed lessons to teach and review Algebra objectives as needed.
- N Instructed up to 30 students individually and in groups.
- N Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- N Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- N Maintained accurate and complete records for students.
- N Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment.
- N Pursued professional development continually by weekly grade level meetings and teacher training workshops.
- N Assessed students' reading levels using DIBELS Next and Leveled Reading Passages.
- N Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.
- N Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities to lowest preforming group of students.
- N Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Main Elementary School
Kodiak, Alaska
01.2010 - 01.2012
- N Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- N Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- N Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- N Maintained accurate and complete records for 20 students.
- N Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
- N Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
- N Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- N Conference weekly with cooperating teacher about special needs of students.
- N Assisted coordination of 4th grade sleepover at school.
- Assisted in coordination 5th grade Woody Island outdoor school.
- N District Social studies curriculum committee.
- N attended IEP meetings, faculty meetings, team meetings.
High School Generalist
Kilbuck Elementary School
Bethel, Alaska
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Mekoryuk School - Mekoryuk, Alaska n Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- N uses student performance data for self reflection and modification of instructional strategies.
- N consistently maintains accurate and up to date records.
- N organizes content which encourages higher level thinking skills.
- N works cooperatively with school staff to promote a positive learning environment.
- N supervised extracurricular activities in and out of state every weekend through school year.
- N designed and implemented a motivating rewards system for students school wide from 4-12th grade n provided an extended day for students to developing skills in Reading and Math.
- N Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- N Maintained accurate and complete records for 24 students.
- N Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities.
- N Determined student strengths and weaknesses through weekly assessments.
- N Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
- N Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions.
- N Implemented effective classroom management techniques.
- N Incorporated writing activities into science and social studies that was then used throughout grade level.
- N After school tutor program daily.
- N Attended or coached student in a sporting events or academic opportunities every weekend of the school year.
- N Coached Jr.
- High boys basketball; 46 boys on roster, flew to towns for games and tournaments , organized transportation from Bethel for regional tournament; 6 teams .
Elementary Teacher
Middle School
08.200 - 05.2007
- With a background in improving student performance.
- Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
- N Engaging personality and Teaching style n Great classroom management skills n High expectations n Passion for teaching and children n Knowledge of curriculum and standards n Positive rapport with students, 4,5, 6, 7, 8, Generalist Tuntutuliak Elementary School - Tuntutuliak, Alaska n Designed and fund-raised an Alaska Government trip to state Capitol in Juneau.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Skills
- Patient
- Individualized Learning
- Empathy
- Compassion
- High Expectations
- Adaptable
- Effective organization skills
- Great time management
- Searches out new ideas
- Collaborative Teamwork
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Kodiak Island Borough School District
08.2022 - 05.2024
Kindergarten 7 Years & 3rd Teacher 2 Years
Love Elementary
08.2014 - Current
Behavorial Instructional Assistant
Santa Barbara Unified School District
08.2012 - 05.2014
5th Grade Teacher
Hunter Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
4th/5th Grade Teacher
Main Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2012
High School Generalist
Kilbuck Elementary School
09.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Elementary Teacher
Middle School
08.200 - 05.2007
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