NICOLE TANISHA WESSON
McDonough,GA
Summary
Experienced with creating inclusive learning environments and tailoring educational strategies to meet diverse student needs. Utilizes effective classroom management and differentiated instruction techniques. Strong understanding of special education methodologies and collaborative team dynamics.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
DES Teacher
Clayton County Schools
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 needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Interrelated Teacher
Pebblebrook High School
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Cobb County Schools
- Developed original, year-long curriculum for language arts and math based on Georgia’s professional standards
- Created IEP’s and maintained data collection for caseloads for compliance of IDEA Act and NCLB
- Developed original feedback surveys and inter-program assessments for Master Teachers, and teaching staff
- Performed weekly professional development and training seminars
- Implemented strategies for teacher development
- Maintained original system for initiating, maintaining, and developing alumni relations
- Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for Language Arts and Social Studies
- Administered tests and evaluations based on Georgia curriculum standards
- Provided remedial instructions before and after school hours
- Conducted quarterly parent-teacher conferences
- Attended all in-service faculty trainings
- Cobb County Schools
Interrelated Teacher
Banneker High School
07.2014 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: Fulton County Schools
- Developed original, year-long curriculum for language arts and math based on Georgia’s professional standards
- Created IEP’s and maintained data collection for caseloads for compliance of IDEA Act and NCLB
- Developed original feedback surveys and inter-program assessments for Master Teachers, and teaching staff
- Performed weekly professional development and training seminars
- Implemented strategies for teacher development
- Maintained original system for initiating, maintaining, and developing alumni relations
- Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for Language Arts and Social Studies
- Administered tests and evaluations based on Georgia curriculum standards
- Provided remedial instructions before and after school hours
- Conducted quarterly parent-teacher conferences
- Attended all in-service faculty trainings
- Fulton County Schools
Learning Specialist
Dasman Model School of Kuwait
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Learning Specialist Teacher, Grade 4
- Case Manager
- Gained ESL on site teaching experience
Teacher
Imagine International Academy of Mableton
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Special Education Teacher grades 6-8
- Case Manager
- Team Lead
Teacher
Brady Preparatory Academy
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Special Education Teacher Grades K-6
- Regular Education Teacher Grades K-6
Teacher
Chestnut Log Middle
08.2006 - 01.2009
- Interrelated Teacher in grades 6-8
- Taught Math and Literacy in grades 6, 7, and 8
Teacher
M.D. Roberts Middle School
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Interrelated Teacher in grades 6-8
- Taught Social Studies, Science, Math, and Literacy in grades 6-7
Substitute Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
08.2001 - 05.2002
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Georgia State University
Atlanta05.2001
Skills
- Inclusive teaching
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Language arts instruction
- Special education
- Mathematics instruction
- Lesson planning
- Instructional strategies
Timeline
DES Teacher
Clayton County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Interrelated Teacher
Pebblebrook High School
07.2019 - 06.2021
Interrelated Teacher
Banneker High School
07.2014 - 05.2019
Learning Specialist
Dasman Model School of Kuwait
09.2012 - 06.2013
Teacher
Imagine International Academy of Mableton
12.2011 - 06.2012
Teacher
Brady Preparatory Academy
08.2010 - 12.2010
Teacher
Chestnut Log Middle
08.2006 - 01.2009
Teacher
M.D. Roberts Middle School
08.2005 - 05.2006
Substitute Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
08.2001 - 05.2002
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Georgia State University
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