Taylor Nichols
Evington,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic professional committed to fostering students' spiritual, academic, social, and emotional growth. Experience teaching students of diverse backgrounds with differentiated instruction. Ability to effectively communicate with parents, administrators, and other educators.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy
Moneta, Virginia
08.2022 - Current
- Created tailored lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and enhance student understanding.
- Coordinated interactive classroom activities to foster student collaboration and increase participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom events.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to boost student engagement
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
El Camino Academy
Bogotá, Colombia
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Tailored instruction to meet individual learning needs by analyzing formative assessments, summative assessments, and MAP scores.
- Created lesson plans and material for various subjects.
- Established rapport with students to effectively address diverse learning needs.
- Engaged parents in discussions about student progress/growth and concerns.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement
Instructional Assistant
Yellow Branch Elementary School
Rustburg, Virginia
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted various classrooms by providing varied support.
- Finished the year long-term substituting in a third-grade classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2020
Associate of Arts - Early College Program
Central Virginia Community College
Bedford, VA05-2017
Skills
- Developing lesson plans
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Scheduling and organization
- Parent communication
Certification
Professional Teacher Licensure PREK-6, VA Department of Education, 2020
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
El Camino Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022
Instructional Assistant
Yellow Branch Elementary School
01.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - Early College Program
Central Virginia Community College