Sherise Nugent
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven educator with over 5+ years of experience creating engaging, student-centered learning environments in early childhood and elementary education. Proven ability to develop and implement creative curriculums that enhance student engagement, leading to a 5% improvement in retention and 60% positive parental feedback. Skilled in individualized student assessments and fostering a nurturing atmosphere that supports academic and personal growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
English Crew, Teacher
Promom Kinder
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered interactive, age-appropriate English lessons for students ages 3–12, fostering language development through creative activities and play-based learning.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varying English ability levels of students while maintaining curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring all necessary materials were available for daily lessons and activities.
- Provided constructive feedback on student performance, guiding them towards improvement and success in EFL learning.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Kindergarten Educational Assistant
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided academic support to multiple teachers, assisting in the education of 80+ elementary students.
- Conducted weekly one-on-one student evaluations to assess reading levels, producing detailed reports to inform individualized learning plans.
- Optimized student record management, reducing file retrieval time by 50% through the development of an organized filing system with a team of 6.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing students' social and academic skills through collaborative activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, enabling them to achieve their full potential within an inclusive classroom setting.
- Boosted language acquisition among English Language Learners through targeted reading interventions and vocabulary-building activities.
Preschool Teacher
Five Star Academy
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented a monthly curriculum with weekly lesson plans, fostering a learning-through-play approach that garnered 60% positive parent feedback for up to 25 students.
- Increased student engagement and retention by 5% through creative, hands-on learning methods.
- Earned 'Teacher of the Month' recognition for exceptional classroom performance based on parental feedback.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.
- Maintained the academy's accreditation through consistent policy implementation, overseeing 2-3 annual audits and lesson observations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BS Sociology
UMass Global
U.S.08-2025
Skills
- Curriculum Development: Designed and implemented engaging, play-based curriculums, leading to a 5% improvement in student retention and 60% positive parental feedback at a private preschool
- Early childhood development: Fostered early literacy, motor, and socio-emotional development in children ages 3-6 by integrating play-based learning strategies and consistent developmental observations
- Student Assessment: Conducted weekly 1:1 evaluations for over 80 students, generating individualized reports that supported tailored learning strategies in elementary education
- Classroom Management: Effectively managed classrooms of up to 25 students, creating nurturing, structured environments that promoted academic and personal growth
- Organization and Record Management: Optimized student record filing systems, reducing retrieval time by 50%, streamlining classroom and administrative processes
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Dual US and Jamaican Citizen able to work UTC business hours
Timeline
English Crew, Teacher
Promom Kinder
01.2025 - 07.2025
Kindergarten Educational Assistant
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2018 - 08.2019
Preschool Teacher
Five Star Academy
10.2014 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - BS Sociology
UMass Global