Noel Catherine Conklin

• Established and inspired a classroom culture where children had high self-expectations with strong self-motivation and self-direction.
• Organized activities and field trips to promote physical and mental growth in children.
• Prepared classroom environments conducive to learning and emotional development.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Participated in professional development opportunities related to Montessori teaching methods.
• Fostered a positive classroom climate conducive to learning by encouraging respect for self and others.
• Fostered positive relationships with parents and communicated children's progress via regular conferences and newsletters.
• Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
• Observed students during work periods in order to provide guidance or assistance as necessary.

• Supported academic needs of students in lower and upper elementary grades.
• Developed and implemented reading intervention plans for struggling students.
• Prepared materials for individualized and group instruction to enhance learning.
• Facilitated small group literacy activities, including guided reading and literature circles.
• Created lesson plans focused on phonemic awareness, fluency, and vocabulary skills.
• Established positive relationships with families through regular progress communication.
• Encouraged self-advocacy among students to express their learning needs.
• Participated in professional development to enhance literacy instruction practices.

Supported environmental and academic needs of students in 1st to 3rd grade classroom.

• Assisted classroom teacher in managing diverse student population.
• Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
• Maintained safe environment while adhering to school policies and procedures.
• Monitored student progress, delivering feedback to improve learning outcomes.
• Organized and supervised school events and field trips for student engagement.

• I substituted as a paraeducator in multiple elementary schools.
  Gained experience in both traditional public and magnet schools across pre-K to upper elementary grades.
  

• Co-taught preschool classroom for three- and four-year-olds, focusing on play-based learning curriculum.
• Implemented social, emotional, and academic development strategies five mornings weekly.
  

Designed and executed diverse activities to promote holistic development in toddlers.

• Maintained detailed records of individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
• Organized engaging activities to enhance children's physical and emotional well-being.
• Cultivated strong relationships with families through regular communication about child progress.

• Supported daily routines as a long-term nanny for diverse families, planning enriching activities and engaging with the community.
• Created a childcare facility designed for families needing flexible schedules, emphasizing social and creative growth.
• Cooked farm-to-table meals focused on nutrition across various settings to enhance wellness.
• Implemented holistic health counseling alongside Pilates exercises to boost core strength and overall balance.