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Amanda Nickerson

Ponoka,AB

Summary

Professional educator ready to make a significant impact in an elementary school setting. Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans, foster positive learning environment, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Collaborative team player focused on achieving educational goals, growth mindset and enhancing student outcomes. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues. Firmly believes that every day holds an opportunity to learn.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Wolf Creek School Division
09.2014 - Current
  • Kindergarten for my first three years
  • Grades 2-4 for most years
  • Junior High experience teaching options for Cosmetology and S.T.E.M. as well as 7-9 Health
  • Junior High Athletic Director experience including creating division league schedules
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings including overnight trip to Royal Tyrrell Museum for Gr.3-6.
  • Mentored five student teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Organized, fundraised and guided Historical Canada field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding for Gr.9 students multiple times.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs including Leveled Literacy Intervention and Fountas & Pinnell.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs mostly in cross grade classrooms.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education including team teaching.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs such as Empowered Writers.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs including teaching combined classes.

Grade 2 Bashaw School

Battle River School Division No 31
08.2006 - 04.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance for special education in elementary
  • Coached both Jr.High and JV teams in Volleyball.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Attended literacy and numeracy development P.D.

Grade 3 High Prairie Elementary

High Prairie School Division No. 48
08.2003 - 06.2006
  • Worked in cross grade groups to allow for literacy development
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Organized Christmas concerts
  • Implemented new Social curriculum

Education

Bachelor of Education -

University of Alberta
Edmonton
05-2003

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Building relationships with students, staff and caretakers
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Literacy development
  • Inquiry-based learning, STEM Jr High instruction
  • Coaching Jr High Volleyball coach
  • Team player
  • Relationship building with students, staff and community

Accomplishments

    Edwin Parr Candidate 2004

    Premier Award Candidate 4-H 1999

References

Dan Walker- Principal, Mecca Glen School

Further references available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

Wolf Creek School Division
09.2014 - Current

Grade 2 Bashaw School

Battle River School Division No 31
08.2006 - 04.2009

Grade 3 High Prairie Elementary

High Prairie School Division No. 48
08.2003 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Education -

University of Alberta

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