Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
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Nina Pyle

Nina Pyle

Pea Ridge,AR

Summary

Dynamic educator with Arkansas teaching certification, demonstrating a strong track record of success at Pea Ridge School District. Expertise in curriculum planning and data analysis enhances student achievement through interactive learning and effective IEP implementation. Acknowledged for collaborative leadership and dedication to fostering inclusive classroom environments that encourage respect and personal growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Lead Teacher

Pea Ridge School District
Pea Ridge, AR
08.2023 - Current
  • Created engaging lessons that incorporated visible learning, learning intentions, mid-lesson check-ins, and feedback.
  • Developed lesson plans and curriculum to meet the needs of diverse student populations; IM Math, Wit & Wisdom, and UFLI curriculum.
  • Used data analysis methods to monitor student achievement over time: ATLAS, MAP, CORE, RAN, PSI, and unit assessments.
  • As a team lead, I collaborated with colleagues, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders in the educational community through weekly team meetings, PLCs, newsletters, school status updates, open house events, Rising Up parent night, Pre-Kindergarten screeners, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Managed student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures through conscious discipline methods, behavior success plans, and working closely with the school counselor and other support teams.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
  • After school, I tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve their understanding of concepts.
  • Met with curriculum coordinators and team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.

Paraprofessional SPED Aide, Tier 2 & 3 Reading Interventionist

Pea Ridge Primary
Pea Ridge
07.2020 - 05.2023
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
  • Recorded and maintained accurate student records and progress reports.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.

Long Term Kindergarten Substitute

Pea Ridge Primary
Pea Ridge
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Grace Pointe Baptist Fellowship
Bentonville, AR
12.2018 - 05.2020
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Provided guidance on appropriate behavior and discipline methods in the classroom setting.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.

Education

MASTERS OF THE ARTS TEACHING - Teaching Early Childhood Education, Emphasis/Minor Education K-6

University of Arkansas
MONTICELLO, AR
05.2024

BACHELOR OF THE ARTS - Human Services & Development, Emphasis/Minor: Psychology & Child Development

John Brown University
SILOAM SPRINGS, AR
12.2018

Skills

  • Arkansas teaching certification
  • LEAD teacher
  • PLC school
  • Curriculum planning team
  • Data analysis
  • Classroom technology implementation
  • Formative assessments and standards-based grading, ATLAS, and MAP
  • Interactive teaching and learning through visible learning
  • IEP planning
  • Behavioral success plan implementation

Certification

Arkansas Certified Teacher

Seizure Training For School Personnel 2025

Accomplishments

  • Staff member of the month
  • Lead Teacher

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Lead Teacher

Pea Ridge School District
08.2023 - Current

Long Term Kindergarten Substitute

Pea Ridge Primary
01.2022 - 05.2022

Paraprofessional SPED Aide, Tier 2 & 3 Reading Interventionist

Pea Ridge Primary
07.2020 - 05.2023

Preschool Lead Teacher

Grace Pointe Baptist Fellowship
12.2018 - 05.2020

MASTERS OF THE ARTS TEACHING - Teaching Early Childhood Education, Emphasis/Minor Education K-6

University of Arkansas

BACHELOR OF THE ARTS - Human Services & Development, Emphasis/Minor: Psychology & Child Development

John Brown University
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