Nijagara Davidson M. Ed. Email & Phone Number

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

North Park Montessori, Grand Rapids Public Schools

Designed and implemented mathematics, science and reading activities and projects Produced school theater plays to cultivate students’ creativity and curiosity Connected with community partners to support students’ learning Acquired over $10,000 in grants to benefit students’ learning Planned, organized and successfully executed out-of-state trip Mentored new teachers in the creation of conductive learning environment and lesson plans Planned and facilitated Synergy… Show more Designed and implemented mathematics, science and reading activities and projects Produced school theater plays to cultivate students’ creativity and curiosity Connected with community partners to support students’ learning Acquired over $10,000 in grants to benefit students’ learning Planned, organized and successfully executed out-of-state trip Mentored new teachers in the creation of conductive learning environment and lesson plans Planned and facilitated Synergy professional development for school staff Contributed in staff recruitment – interviewed qualified candidates Leading students to be top performing in MAP math scores in the school and the district Coordinated school-wide community events such as North Park Comic Con and Movie Nights Designed and managed middle school websiteInstructional Leadership Team - ILT Served on school’s PTA board as PTA Teacher VP Show less

North Park Montessori, Grand Rapids Public Schools

Prepared and organized a stimulating environment to foster students’ learning Designed self-correcting materials for core subjects to assist children to learn at their own pace Aligned Montessori Math and English Language Arts Curriculum with Common Core State Standards Maintained accurate student records and reports in accordance to school policies Designed social studies and science study units for the district – grades 1-3 Produced and built a library of literature units… Show more Prepared and organized a stimulating environment to foster students’ learning Designed self-correcting materials for core subjects to assist children to learn at their own pace Aligned Montessori Math and English Language Arts Curriculum with Common Core State Standards Maintained accurate student records and reports in accordance to school policies Designed social studies and science study units for the district – grades 1-3 Produced and built a library of literature units for grades 1-3 Managed the classroom using positive classroom discipline and creating routines and procedures Established positive and productive rapport with students and their families Show less

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Plan, design, and lead lessons to better English speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills to adults who are preparing for Citizenship test.

Created manipulatives to help students develop better understanding of the English language and grammar Supported students throughout their entire curriculumLiaison with parents and colleagues for benefit of students’ developmentAdministered English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA)

North Park Montessori, Grand Rapids Public Schools

Successfully managed LOOP activitiesPlanned activities to develop children's physical, social, and artistic skills.Planned, organized, and coordinated an afterschool program at North Park Elementary School.Provided quarterly and year-to-date reporting to satisfy auditing of Grant investmentCommunicated with parents and students on daily basis about program activities and events.

Provided my services to numerous school district as a substitute teacher.

Iroquois Middle School

Provided support to ELL students for all subjects in a self-contained classroom.Created hands-on activities to help students develop better understanding of the English language and grammarAdministered MEAP Liaison with parents for benefit of students’ development

Sarajevo, Bosnia And Hercegovina

Handled public relations with customers Managed budget and bank transactions Filled correspondence and purchasing Followed protocols for customs, import and export of goods Filled inventory orders and supplies

Taught Mathematics to children in 5th and 6th grade.Kept accurate records of students' progress.Served as liaison with parents.Established and maintained safe and learning conducive environment during Bosnian war.

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Literacy, 3.8

Ami Montessori Orientation Programme To Adolescent Studies, Adolescent Studies, (12-18 Year Old) 6-12

Activities and Societies: AMI - NAMTA

International Montessori Diploma (Age 6-9), 1-3

International Montessori Diploma (Age 9-12), 4-6

Bachelor Of Science In Mathematics, Mathematics, K-8

Elementary Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan, 2008 K-5, all subjects K-8, all subjects self-contained classroom Endorsement: 6-8.