Rebecca Nicolette
Sparta,MI
Summary
I am a dedicated, retired teacher with 30 successful years of teaching the foundational reading skills to first grade students at Alpine Elementary. I have a proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to meet student needs. I have extensive experience with many of the curriculum programs Kenowa Hills is currently utilizing.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Kenowa Hills Public Schools
09.1995 - 06.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote student collaboration and participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance learning experiences and increase student engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address academic challenges effectively.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and effective teaching practices through GVSU co-hort teacher preparation program.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
Education
Master of Science - General And Early Childhood Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI08-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences/ Psychology And Elementary Ed.
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-1995
Skills
- Proficient in Gradual Release, LETRS, Acadience, i-Ready, UFLI, Phonics First (Orton Gillingham), Fountas and Pinnell, Haggerty Phonemic Awareness, RTI, MTSS, Capturing Kids Hearts, True Success, Canvas, PowerSchool, Google Docs,
- Strong literacy skills (phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension)
- Progress monitoring
- Data analysis
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Strong communication
- Organized
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Growth mindset
- Continuous professional development
Certification
- Certification - State of Michigan - Teacher Professional License
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Kenowa Hills Public Schools
09.1995 - 06.2025
Master of Science - General And Early Childhood Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences/ Psychology And Elementary Ed.
Grand Valley State University