Nicole Vande Steeg
Teacher
Merrill,Michigan
Summary
Enthusiastic Special Education School Teacher motivated to drive student growth for lifelong success. Dedicated Teacher offering 12 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation, IEP implementation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute to professional development an
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cognitive Impairment Teacher for 9th and 10th Gr
Saginaw Public Schools
Saginaw, MI
09.2019 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and [State]'s core educational standards.
Cogitative Impairment Teacher 6th -8th Gr
Saginaw Public School District
Saginaw, Michigan
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Instructed classes of up to 15 students on principles and strategies of [Area of study].
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Assisted [Number] children per station during small-group learning periods.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Saginaw Public School District
Saginaw, MI
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
RTI Interventionist
Carrollton Public Schools
Saginaw, MI
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carrollton Public Schools
Saginaw, MI
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Credit Recovery Teacher
Fulton Public Schools
Middleton, MI
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Education
Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI 08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI 09.1997 - 05.2002
Skills
Quality education
undefinedReferences
Lisa McFarland- MOCI Special Education Teacher - (989) 284-7173
Tina Munoz`- Principal Zilwaukee Elementary- (989) 399-5200
Debra McCain- Resource Special Education Teacher - (989) 399- 6108
Rachel Burnell- Special Education Paraprofessional- (989) 928-7935
Timeline
Cognitive Impairment Teacher for 9th and 10th Gr
Saginaw Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
Cogitative Impairment Teacher 6th -8th Gr
Saginaw Public School District
09.2016 - 06.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Saginaw Public School District
11.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
08.2015 - Current
RTI Interventionist
Carrollton Public Schools
09.2014 - 06.2016
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carrollton Public Schools
09.2010 - 06.2014
Credit Recovery Teacher
Fulton Public Schools
09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Aquinas College
09.1997 - 05.2002
Work Availability
monday
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