Nikki Barthol
Walnutport
Summary
Dedicated instructional professional delivering personalized educational support and fostering classroom inclusion. Developed individualized education plans and implemented behavior intervention strategies, enhancing student learning outcomes through collaboration with teachers and positive reinforcement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Lehigh Elementary
Walnutport
08.2025 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs, aligning educational strategies with student objectives to support personalized learning.
- Developed individualized education plans, enhancing student engagement and academic outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support students' educational goals.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies to enhance classroom management.
- Designed inclusive lesson plans promoting participation of all learners in curriculum activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, strengthening communication and collaboration between families and educators.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to necessary resources within school systems.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Northampton Borough Elementary
Northampton
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Earned consistent requests from teachers for substitute assignments due to strong referrals and reliable performance.
- Maintained student focus through proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies, fostering a conducive learning environment.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Enforced school and classroom rules to ensure a structured and orderly classroom atmosphere.
Instructional Assistant
Northampton Area School District
10.2021 - 08.2025
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students, fostering positive learning outcomes.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Supported classroom activities by assisting during classes and group lessons.
- Collated classroom materials to enhance teacher preparation for daily instruction and activities.
Paraprofessional
Northern Lehigh School District
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students, fostering positive learning outcomes.
- Facilitated deeper understanding of course concepts through targeted one-on-one support for students.
- Monitored and enforced rules for students in classroom and common areas, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2025
Associate of Arts -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2012
Skills
- IEP adherence
- Lesson development
- Classroom inclusion
- Small group instruction
- Reading and writing support
- Academic support
- Student learning support
- Classroom support
- Teacher support
- Teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Student needs support
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Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Lehigh Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Northampton Borough Elementary
04.2022 - 08.2025
Instructional Assistant
Northampton Area School District
10.2021 - 08.2025
Paraprofessional
Northern Lehigh School District
01.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts -
University of Phoenix