Tricia Nilles
Leavenworth,WA
Summary
Dynamic Head Start Teacher with a proven track record at Chelan Douglas Child Services Association, excelling in individualized instruction and curriculum development. Adept at fostering strong parent communication and managing classroom dynamics, ensuring students thrive academically and emotionally. Committed to enhancing child assessment practices and promoting a positive learning environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Start Preschool Teacher
Chelan Douglas Child Services Association
Peshastin, WA
07.2005 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Conducted assessments of each student's academic progress to ensure individualized instruction.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supported the emotional development of children by providing guidance and discipline when needed.
- Communicated with parents about student behavior, needs, and educational goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA09-1994
Skills
- Time management
- Professional development
- Documentation and reporting
- Child assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Progress monitoring
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Individualized instruction
- Behavior management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Classroom organization
- Reliability
- Parent-teacher conferences
Certification
Attending WGU for a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, with an intent to be completed in July, 2025.
Timeline
Head Start Preschool Teacher
Chelan Douglas Child Services Association
07.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Washington University
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