Nikki Stewart

Description:

Design and implement engaging computer science lessons, assess student progress, and foster a positive learning environment, while also staying current with technology trends, and providing technical support.

• Planning lessons and activities that facilitate students' acquisition of basic and advanced computer skills.
• Instructing in a manner that develops students' confidence in their abilities.
• Observing and managing classroom dynamics.
• Tracking and communicating students' advancement throughout the course.
• Ensuring that the computer laboratory remains free from food and drink at all times.
• Downloading important software updates and maintaining hardware.

Description:

Planned and delivered engaging lessons, assessed students' progress, and fostered a love for reading and writing, while also ensuring students met grade-level standards in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Responsibilities:

• Planned and delivered curriculum-aligned lessons that covered a range of ELA skills and concepts, including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis.
• Created engaging and interactive lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and needs.
• Utilized a variety of teaching methods and resources, including textbooks, online tools, and real-world applications.
• Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and collaboration.

Description:

Provided targeted instruction and support in English Language Arts (ELA) to small groups of students, focusing on reading, writing, and language skills, while differentiating instruction to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities:

Instruction and Planning.

Planned and delivered engaging, standards-aligned ELA lessons for small groups.
Develop and implement differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs.
Create and adapt lesson plans and activities to support specific student needs and learning objectives.
Utilize a variety of instructional methods, including direct instruction, guided practice, and independent work.

Small Group Management:

Created a positive and supportive learning environment for small group instruction.
Managed students' behavior and promoted student engagement.
Ensure all students have access to the necessary resources and materials.

Description:

Supported the lead teacher in a pre-kindergarten classroom, assisted with classroom management, instruction, and student care, while also maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

Classroom Support and Instruction:

• Assist with lesson planning and implementation: Helped prepare materials, organize activities, and support the teacher in carrying out lesson plans.
• Supervised and engaged with students: Monitor students' behavior, ensure safety, and facilitate interactions during activities and transitions.
• Provided individual or small group support: Assist students with specific needs or challenges, offering extra help or guidance as needed.
• Observe and report on student progress: Note student behaviors, learning styles, and developmental milestones, and communicate observations to the teacher.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom: Help prepare the learning environment, set up activities, and tidy up after use.
• Assist with record keeping: Help maintain attendance records, student files, and other relevant documentation.