Nikki Shannon
Teacher
Maynard,Iowa
Summary
I am an educator with over 7 years experience teaching students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade. Prior to becoming a teacher, I had 12 years of experience in customer service assisting customers with issues ranging from minor to elevated. I was highly respected by my peers and managers and served the role of acting manager on many occasions. I also have experience in various support staff positions working alongside individuals with disabilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
Wapsie Valley School District
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through individual sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Summer Teacher Extern
Buchanan County Conservation
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Aided park naturalists in developing materials relevant to classroom teachers.
- Participated in weekly video meetings to discuss topics involving the educational application of the externship experience.
- Created a project-based lesson that applied math, science and technology skills which contributed to park operations.
- Contributed to the creation and implementation of the children's summer day camp activities.
- Assisted with daily park operations.
Teacher
Jesup Community Schools
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through individual sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Substitute Teacher
Wapsie Valley and Sumner-Fredericksburg School Districts
1 2017 - 08.2017
- Scheduled for substitute assignments across all subject areas in grades K-6.
- Followed lesson plans closely to teach classes of varied academic levels and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Followed multiple behavior plans to allow for effective classroom management.
- Established relationships with teachers, administrators and parents and built a positive rapport with many students.
5th Student Teacher
Fredericksburg Elementary School
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Participated in parent teacher conferences.
- Attended several professional development meetings.
- Incorporated Iowa Core Standards in all planning, instruction, and assessment.
- Input of grades on infinite campus.
- Supported struggling students with individualized instruction in math and social studies.
- Created a unit around a novel and culminated it with a readers’ theater performance for a genuine audience.
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Tripoli Elementary School
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Created and taught a two-week science unit on life cycles and traits that was aligned with NGSS.
- Planned and implemented lessons around Everyday Math curriculum.
- Implemented lessons from the Reading Wonders curriculum and incorporated techniques from the Lucy Calkins Writing Program.
- Administered running records on all 16 students.
Summer Research Fellow
The Center for Educational Transformation
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Used qualitative research methods to observe and document a study on the correlation of art integration and literacy development among first and second grade students.
- Guided a mural project using techniques from the Reggio Emilia Perfume Child Project.
Full Time Student
University of Northern Iowa
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Followed school and classroom policies and schedules.
- Participated in seminar classes with enthusiasm and respect towards fellow students and professors.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional end results.
- Conducted individual research projects, gathering data and information from a variety of sources.
Home Retention Consultant
Ocwen Loan Servicing
06.2014 - 11.2015
- Analyzed and interpreted loan histories and servicing issues for an assigned portfolio of over 300 loans.
- Assisted borrowers facing financial problems in developing resolution plans and negotiated all aspects of the resolution with customers and authorized third parties.
- Timely completion of weekly reports and special assignments.
- Opened and followed up on workflows necessary to resolve loan servicing issues.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints.
1st - 7th Grade Math & Literacy Tutor
University Of Northern Iowa
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Administered, recorded and analyzed various math and literacy assessments to plan weekly lessons.
- Supported students in developing skills and strategies to increase reading comprehension and fluency.
- Facilitated teacher read-alouds, shared reading, and guided reading.
- Guided students in choosing engaging material to foster literacy success.
- Created engaging math manipulatives to accompany individualized lessons.
- Discussed students' progress and recommendations with parents.
Customer Service Assistant
CenturyLink
03.2002 - 08.2013
- Assisted customers in problem solving issues related to phone service.
- Collaborated with emergency agencies in handling emergency calls.
- Relieved supervisors during breaks and meetings.
- Peer trained new or transferring employees.
Education
BA in Elementary Education -
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IowaSkills
Student Engagement
Behavior Management
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Development
Critical Thinking
Student Assessment
Data Collection
Growth Mindset
Academic Writing
Creative Writing
Certification
Certified K-6 Classroom Teacher
Timeline
Summer Teacher Extern
Buchanan County Conservation
05.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher
Wapsie Valley School District
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Jesup Community Schools
08.2017 - 08.2018
5th Student Teacher
Fredericksburg Elementary School
10.2016 - 12.2016
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Tripoli Elementary School
08.2016 - 10.2016
Summer Research Fellow
The Center for Educational Transformation
05.2016 - 08.2016
Full Time Student
University of Northern Iowa
01.2016 - 12.2016
Home Retention Consultant
Ocwen Loan Servicing
06.2014 - 11.2015
1st - 7th Grade Math & Literacy Tutor
University Of Northern Iowa
08.2011 - 05.2014
Customer Service Assistant
CenturyLink
03.2002 - 08.2013
Substitute Teacher
Wapsie Valley and Sumner-Fredericksburg School Districts
1 2017 - 08.2017
BA in Elementary Education -
University of Northern Iowa
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