Nicole Valcourt
Chester Academy
Derry,USA
7
years of professional experience
Dedicated classroom assistant equipped with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, cultivating rapport, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Work History
Paraprofessional
2 Years- Mentored struggling students, clarifying class materials and addressing specific problems to enhance understanding
- Mentored struggling students, explaining class materials, and helping with specific problems
- Enhanced student learning by executing planned lessons and engaging activities
- Assisted with classroom management and implemented lesson plans
- Built strong relationships among parents, teachers, and school staff through proactive communication
- Fostered positive relationships between parents, teachers, and school staff through effective communication
- Adhered to IEP and 504 plans with strict attention to requirements and goals
Short-term Substitute Teacher: Social Studies
6 Months- Lesson planning/Lesson Designing
- Utilized classroom management techniques to foster a conducive learning environment.
- Collaborating with fellow team members
- Leveraged Google Suite tools for collaborative projects and communication.
- Implemented IEP accommodations to support diverse learning needs
- Collaborating with my fellow team members
- Utilized Project Based Learning to engage students in critical thinking
- Use of Google Suite tools
Paraprofessional
10 MonthsSubstitute Teacher
4 YearsEducation
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - K-8 Education, General Special Education, E.L.A
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Education
High School
Skills
IEP implementation
Special education
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Schedule management
Literacy support
First aid and CPR certified
Multicultural awareness
Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Assisted with volleyball club for the past three years
- Homework Club
Awards
Christa McAuliffe Excellence in Education Award; recognizing excellence and improvement in education
Timeline
Short-term Substitute Teacher: Social Studies
Chester Academy
2025.12 - 2026.06Read More
Paraprofessional
Chester Academy
2024.08 - CurrentRead More
Paraprofessional
Derry Cooperative School District
2023.08 - 2024.06Read More
Substitute Teacher
Derry Cooperative School District Sau10
2019.08 - 2023.08Read More
Pinkerton Academy
High School
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New Hampshire Technical Institute
Associate in Science (A.S.) from Education
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University of New Hampshire
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from K-8 Education, General Special Education, E.L.A
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