Nichole Barwick
Parkton
Summary
Caring and dedicated education professional with 6 years of experience working with children from infancy through middle school. Holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development and is pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Skilled in classroom support, behavior management, and creating positive learning environments. CPR and First Aid certified.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Little Feet Preschool
Upperco, MD
01.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that fostered children's creativity and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and address individual needs effectively.
- Monitored and assessed children's progress, providing regular feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organized classroom activities that encouraged social interaction and cooperative play among students.
- Utilized positive behavior management techniques to create a supportive learning environment.
- Developed age-appropriate educational materials aligned with curriculum standards for diverse learning styles.
- Led parent-teacher conferences, effectively communicating children's progress and strategies for home support.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
Additional Adult Assistant
Baltimore County Public School System
Sparks, MD
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported student engagement through individualized attention and encouragement.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained an orderly environment.
- Assisted the teacher in reinforcing classroom rules and expectations, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Contributed to the improvement of overall classroom efficiency by assisting with administrative tasks such as grading papers and maintaining attendance records.
- Supported student learning through small group instruction, reinforcing key concepts taught during whole-class lessons.
- Supported the teacher in addressing behavioral issues promptly, creating a more conducive learning environment for all students.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring all materials were readily available for daily use by both students and teachers alike.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their academic success and social integration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD08-2024
Skills
Supporting students with diverse learning needs
Assisting students with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities
Data collection and documentation
Positive behavior intervention strategies
Adaptive learning techniques
Skills for an instructional assistant or paraeducator
If you're applying for an Instructional Assistant or Paraeducator position, these are valuable skills to include on your resume:
Classroom Support
Assisting teachers with lesson implementation
Small-group instruction
One-on-one student support
Classroom management
Behavior support and redirection
Monitoring student progress
Supervising students during transitions, lunch, recess, and field trips
Special Education Support
Implementing IEP accommodations and modifications
Supporting students with diverse learning needs
Assisting students with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities
Data collection and documentation
Positive behavior intervention strategies
Adaptive learning techniques
Child Development & Education
Knowledge of child development
Early childhood education principles
Literacy and math support
Differentiated instruction
Social-emotional learning support
Developmentally appropriate practices
Strong verbal and written communication
Collaboration with teachers and staff
Parent communication
Active listening
Conflict resolution
Teamwork
Record keeping
Time management
Attention to detail
Preparing classroom materials
Maintaining a safe and organized learning environment
Multitasking
CPR and First Aid Certified
Google Classroom
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Educational technology platforms
Data entry and student records management
Accomplishments
Deans list Fall 2025 and Spring 2026
Certification
Medication administration
CPR and first aid certified
Timeline
Additional Adult Assistant
Baltimore County Public School System
09.2024 - 11.2024
Preschool Teacher
Little Feet Preschool
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development
The Community College of Baltimore County