Niki Facer
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley,WA
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional and Certificated Teacher to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, and meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Work History
Paraprofessional
12 Years 1 Month- Emergency substitute teacher for general education K-5 classrooms
- Multilingual Learners-teaching district curriculum to multiple small groups per day, grades K-5
- Students consistently make gains in their ELPA21 and WIDA annual scores as well as exiting the program
- Kindergarten-provided daily support in literacy and supervised recess
- Preschool-supported head teacher with the daily schedule including circle time, academic and art segments, and playground supervision
- Supported appropriate behavior and social interactions between all students
- Served as a 1:1 paraeducator for students with special needs
- Substitute-varying positions in preschool-7th grade, including 1:1 support for students, small group instruction, and recess duty.
Student teacher
3 Months- Observed instruction and classroom management styles by several K-5 teachers in their classrooms
- Planned and taught lessons in ELA, math, writing, science, and Second Step in 4th-grade classroom
- Executed classroom management routines and strategies
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
Classroom Volunteer
7 Years 9 Months- Supported K-5 activities including art docent, literacy and math 1:1 support, management for special projects, grading assignments, and field trip chaperone.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language Learning Pre K-12
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Skills
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Multicultural Awareness
Lesson Planning
Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Group and Individual Instruction
Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
Teach Social Skills
Classroom Management
Accomplishments
· LETRS Complete Course of Study, Units 1-8 June 2023
· WGU Excellence Award for Teacher Work Sample in English Language Learning December 2022
· WGU Excellence Award for Planning, Implementing, and Managing Instruction July 2022
· WGU Excellence Award for Application of Elementary Mathematics Methods March 2021
Certification
- State of Washington Education Certificate - Elementary Education January 2022
- State of Washington Endorsement-English Language Learner June 2023
Timeline
Student teacher
Lake Wilderness Elementary
09.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Paraprofessional
Tahoma School District
09.2014 - CurrentRead More
Classroom Volunteer
Glacier Park Elementary
09.2006 - 06.2014Read More
Western Governors University
Master of Arts from English Language Learning Pre K-12
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Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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