Nicole Simpson
Milan,MI
Summary
Passionate Educator with 10+ years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Strong Comprehension of Individualized Educational Planning needed to meet the unique needs of each individual student ranging from birth to 21 years of age. Skilled at creating and adapting lesson plans and curriculum to align with the diverse learning styles, interests, imagination, and abilities of all students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Instructed individual classes and provided push-in and pull out services for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
Educator
Illinois School For The Deaf
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Instructed a wide range of academic classes to middle and high school students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Itinerant Educator
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
11.2015 - 08.2018
- Instructed students from Early Years through High School as an Itinerant Educator
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
Early Childhood Educator
Jewish Community Center
08.2013 - 11.2015
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Deaf Education And Communication Sciences
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, Missouri, United States05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, Missouri, United States12.2010
Associate of Arts - American Sign Language And Deaf Education
San Antonio College
San Antonio, Texas, United States05.2007
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Special Education
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Teaching Certification
- Positive Learning Environment
- English and ASL Fluency
Accomplishments
Illinois Service Resource Center’s Social Skills Video Contest Award- ITDHH Conference, 2020
Certification
• CPR Certified
• CPI Certified- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
• Driver Education Teacher Certification (In the U.S.)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Educator
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2022 - 11.2023
Educator
Illinois School For The Deaf
08.2018 - 05.2022
Itinerant Educator
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
11.2015 - 08.2018
Early Childhood Educator
Jewish Community Center
08.2013 - 11.2015
Master of Science - Deaf Education And Communication Sciences
Washington University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Saint Louis University
Associate of Arts - American Sign Language And Deaf Education
San Antonio College
• CPR Certified
• CPI Certified- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
• Driver Education Teacher Certification (In the U.S.)
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