NIKKI BROWN
Highland,IL
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with an academic emphasis in math content. Experience with grades 2-6 and ESL. Focused on meeting the needs of diverse learners and creating engaging classrooms.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Highland Elementary
01.2002 - 01.2024
- Professional Development and Leadership: Collaborates with district leadership and grade level colleagues to improve math curriculum by selecting and developing new curriculum and resources
- Balances positive reinforcement, natural consequences and mindful expectations to accommodate a diverse student population
- Analyzes data to enhance and drive instruction
- Assessment: Utilizes research based assessments, formative and summative evaluations and classroom discussions to assess student understanding
- Differentiated Instruction: Co-teaches with special education teachers and aides to create engaging lesson plans that accommodate the diverse needs of students, while allowing students to experience productive struggle with appropriate support
- Communication: Employs numerous modes of communication to facilitate productive discussions with students, parents, colleagues and administrators
- Classroom Management: Sets clear expectations and provides a safe and active learning environment to achieve goals, while fostering a positive classroom culture
- Lifelong learner who remains educated to make well-informed decisions.
Sales Representative
Franklin Covey
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Communicated and interacted with professional teams and individuals through trade-shows, conferences and targeted marketing
Education
SEL Facilitator And Certified Yoga Instructor -
Breathe For Change
05.2023
Masters in Elementary Education -
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
05.2006
Teaching Certificate -
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
05.2001
B.S. Sports Management -
Miami University
05.1995
Skills
- Leadership and Development in Math Curriculum Planning
- Diversity and Multicultural Awareness
- SEL Facilitator and Yoga Certification
- Data Analysis
- Special Needs Support
- Standardized Testing
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Highland Elementary
01.2002 - 01.2024
Sales Representative
Franklin Covey
01.1996 - 01.1999
SEL Facilitator And Certified Yoga Instructor -
Breathe For Change
Masters in Elementary Education -
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Teaching Certificate -
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
B.S. Sports Management -
Miami University
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