Accomplished educator with 18+ years of experience dedicated to fostering a growth mindset in students. Spearheaded innovative math curriculum development and implemented collaborative problem-solving strategies that significantly enhanced critical thinking and student ownership. Proven track record in maximizing student progress through data-informed instructional decisions.
Open To Work
Hi, I’m
Niki Salzillo
Educator
Marble Falls,TX
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Marble Falls ISD: Spicewood El.Marble Falls
5th GRADE TEACHER Math
07.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Delivered teks-aligned 5th grade math instruction across three rotations, fostering resilient problem-solvers and a growth mindset through hands-on projects and online portfolios.
- Implemented collaborative problem-solving strategies and innovative curricular designs that enhanced critical thinking and fostered student ownership.
- Guided students in tracking progress and informing instructional decisions using assessment data from online portfolios.
- Utilized a class bank system to teach financial literacy, goal-setting, and responsibility while integrating social-emotional learning and mindfulness.
Leander ISD: River Place El.Austin
5th GRADE TEACHER STEM, Advanced Pathway Math ⅚
07.2020 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Math Curriculum Development Team for advanced pathway math 5/6
- Led 5th Grade PLC as Team Leader, enhancing collaboration and contributing to Empowered Students and Staff Cadre initiatives.
- Mentored future educators in lesson planning and delivery, equipping them with skills for effective teaching.
- Mentored novice teachers in classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Student Leadership Team Initiator, Developer and Mentor
- Book Studies: Building Thinking Classrooms; Empower: What Happens When Students Own Their Learning; Innovate Inside the Box
- Received classroom grants from LEEF and RPE PTA.
- National Board Certified Teacher Candidate Cohort
- Attended the National Train-The-Trainer Institute on Co-teaching That Works and presented professional development.
- PLC Conference and Lead4ward Conference
Comal ISD: Arlon Seay El., Bill Brown El.Spring Branch
2ND AND 3RD GRADE TEACHER
09.2014 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Provided elementary instruction through the dual language program and ESL classroom to diverse groups of children through guided reading and math, writing workshop, STEM inquiry, PBL, and character education.
- Tailored instruction for ESL students to facilitate measurable progress in language acquisition aligned with TELPAS domains.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and teachers to maximize each child’s potential.
- Partnered with instructional coaches and teammates to design and implement RTI strategies, enhancing planning and data-driven instruction.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain high performance standards across campus and district, contributing to overall educational excellence.
- Engaged in collaborative book studies to enhance understanding of teaching strategies.
- Secured funding through grants to support classroom initiatives and dual-language programs.
- Piloted Junior Great Books program for the district and implemented the Junior Master Gardener Program in 3rd grade.
- Nominated for Teacher of the Year and served as Chair for multiple committees.
Lake Travis ISD: Bee Cave Elementary Bee Cave
4TH GRADE TEACHER
07.2012 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Developed district-wide math benchmarks through collaboration and piloting flipped classroom concepts to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Departmentalized math and ELAR instruction while maintaining exemplary status for campus and district.
- Taught enrichment class, conducted math and reading after-school tutorials, and led daily interventions.
- Managed class website and established daily communication system to enhance engagement among students, parents, and teachers.
- Promoted student achievement as a trained member of Tribes Learning Community and The Writing Academy, fostering collaborative learning environments.
- STAAR test administrator, Teacher of the Year nominee, school carnival and event volunteer.
Austin ISD: Baranoff El.Austin
4TH GRADE ESL TEACHER
07.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Accepted into National Board Certification program within the school district to focus on proven teaching methodologies while maximizing use of talents, accomplishments, and classroom instruction.
- Achieved exemplary campus status by departmentalizing math and science instruction while integrating reading and writing.
- Provided self-contained instruction in all subject areas including math, reading, writing, spelling, social studies, and science.
- Facilitated grade level team as leader to enhance communication, coordinate meetings, and organize field trips.
- Maintained class website and daily communication system between students, parents, and teachers.
- Delivered after-school math tutoring sessions.
- Trained in KAGAN cooperative learning, Gifted and Talented certified, attended AIMS math and science integration training, test administrator for TAKS and STAAR.
- Completed 100+ hours of professional development and contributed 100+ volunteer hours to school programs, including talent show, carnival, math and science nights, and technology showcase/auction.
Oklahoma City Public School District: Parmelee El.Oklahoma City
2ND AND 5TH GRADE TEACHER
08.2007 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Delivered self-contained instruction in math, ELAR, social studies, and science, fostering student engagement and understanding across subjects.
- Leveled reading groups and provided individualized small group instruction by teaching phonics, spelling, and reading comprehension based on student reading ability.
- Completed over 200 hours of professional development in reading and phonics instruction, strengthening instructional practices and student literacy outcomes.
- Provided after-school tutoring in math and reading while acting as Accelerated Reader Committee chair.
- Grant recipient for GEEK SMART Math and Science Partnership and for attendance to Professional Learning Community Conference training.
- Coordinated school-wide recycling program, enhancing environmental awareness among students and staff.
- Optimized passkey technology and building management tasks.
Education
Lourdes University Graduate SchoolSylvania, OH
Graduate Coursework Completed from Reading Certification
01-2019
University Overview
Selected courses include: Focus on Phonics for Effective Reading, Writing, and Spelling Instruction, Building Successful Readers in All Content Areas, Successful Strategies in Literacy, Building Comprehension in the Primary Grade
- 4.0 GPA
Oklahoma City UniversityOklahoma City, OK
GEEK SMART Math and Science Partnership Grant
06-2009
University Overview
GPA: 94 classroom hours of math and science integration
St. Edward’s UniversityAustin, TX
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Political Science
05-2004
University Overview
- Graduated magna cum laude
- Member of Phi Alpha Delta, 2002-2004
- St. Edward's Student Government Senior Senator
- Member of Alpha Phi Omega, 2002-2004
- Affirmative Action, 2004 Capstone Project: analyzes the impact, legal history, and evolution of race-conscious admissions policies.
Breathe For Change Austin, TX
Cohort from Mindfulness, SEL And Yoga Certification
03-2026
University Overview
- Will complete the Breathe For Change Mindfulness, SEL, and Yoga Certification Cohort (Summer 2026) of 200+ hours, preparing to integrate mindfulness, SEL, and yoga strategies to enhance student focus, emotional regulation, and classroom well-being.
Skills
- Innovative exploration
- Collaborative leadership
- Growth mindset
- Project-based learning
- Curriculum development
- Analytical problem solving
- Effective communication
- Compassion and empathy
- Perseverance and patience
- Positive attitude
- Clifton strengths: woo, ideation, empathy, communication, positivity
Certification
Texas Education Agency, 1608017, 2010–2028, Standard Classroom Teacher Certification, Special Education (grades EC-12), Generalist (grades EC-4 and 4-8), Social Studies (grades 4-8), ESL Supplemental (grades EC-12)
Websites
References
References
- Lindsay Gros, lindsaybraband@yahoo.com, 512-658-1966
- Susanne Guy, susanne_guy@yahoo.com, 925-895-6606
- Lisa Stringer, Lmstringer70@gmail.com, 512-771-9290
- Nicole Clampitt, nclampitt@mfisd.org, 816-680-1467
- Christen DiSanto, 830-265-0984
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
5th GRADE TEACHER Math
Marble Falls ISD: Spicewood El.
07.2025 - Current
5th GRADE TEACHER STEM, Advanced Pathway Math ⅚
Leander ISD: River Place El.
07.2020 - 06.2025
2ND AND 3RD GRADE TEACHER
Comal ISD: Arlon Seay El., Bill Brown El.
09.2014 - 06.2019
4TH GRADE TEACHER
Lake Travis ISD: Bee Cave Elementary
07.2012 - 06.2013
4TH GRADE ESL TEACHER
Austin ISD: Baranoff El.
07.2010 - 06.2012
2ND AND 5TH GRADE TEACHER
Oklahoma City Public School District: Parmelee El.
08.2007 - 01.2011
Lourdes University Graduate School
Graduate Coursework Completed from Reading Certification
Oklahoma City University
GEEK SMART Math and Science Partnership Grant
St. Edward’s University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Political Science
Breathe For Change
Cohort from Mindfulness, SEL And Yoga Certification