Niki Berrington

149 Abner Lane Waynesboro, VA 22980 540.256.1031 nberrington@eagles.bridgewater.edu

Elementary School Teacher seeks a career of inspiring students in all aspects of their lives through positive role modeling.
Desires to improve the quality of education for future students and make learning an enjoyable experience. Strong
foundation in educational concepts and classroom experience.
Enthusiastic Passionate Organized Warm-Hearted Responsible Creative Kind Hard Worker Energetic

Education
B.S. in Liberal Studies: Elementary Education PreK-Sixth
Bridgewater College, Bridgewater, VA
May 2015
A.A. in Elementary Education
Blue Ridge Community College, Weyers Cave, VA
May 2013
Relevant Coursework
Foundations of American Education Psychology of Education and Development Diversity in the Classroom Teaching
Mathematics in Elementary Classroom Early Literacy Intermediate Literacy Elementary Classroom Management
Curriculum and Instruction for the Elementary Classroom Regional Geography Seminar in Educational Philosophies
Experience with technology in a classroom: SmartBoard, document camera, Microsoft Office, Google Classroom,
Google Docs/Drive

Teaching Experiences
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Field Experience I Keister Elementary, 2 Grade (Fall 2013)

In conjunction with Diversity in the Classroom course. A 10 hour field experience observing and reflecting on the
effects of diversity in the classroom.
Field Experience II Mountain View Elementary, Book Buddies Program, 1st Grade (Spring 2014)
In conjunction with the Early Literacy course. An afterschool program working with an emergent reader to assist
in further literacy development. Experience included writing lesson plans and creating literacy activities.
Field Experience III Ottobine Elementary, 1st Grade (Spring 2013)
In conjunction with Elementary Classroom Management course. A 20 hour field experience observing and
reflecting on classroom management strategies used in the elementary classroom. Assisted with daily class
procedures, taught small groups, and planned and taught a whole class lesson.
Field Experience IV South River Elementary, 1st Grade (Fall 2014)
In conjunction with Curriculum and Instruction for the Elementary Classroom course. A 20 hour field experience
observing, planning, and reflecting on various instruction strategies. Assisted with daily classroom procedures,
taught small groups, planned lessons, and taught and evaluated on a whole group lesson.
Play School Bridgewater College, PreK (Fall 2014)
In conjunction with Child Development course. On campus Pre-school to observe and reflect on child
development and behaviors. Once a week assisted with class procedures and activities, and planned/taught a
lesson.
Practicum in Current Teaching Techniques Beverley Manor Elementary, 4th Grade (January 2015)
A three week long practicum prior to student teaching during which I was required to assist with daily class
procedures, plan lessons, work with small groups, and assist my cooperating teacher in any way possible. I also
was required to teach and be evaluated on two lessons in a whole class setting.
Professional Student Teaching South River Elementary, 1st Grade (Spring 2015)
Currently student teaching

Mentorships and Volunteerism

Mentor Student
PE Class. Stump Elementary School, Stuarts Draft, VA Spring 2011
Assisted teacher with classroom duties and helped with end of year field day activities.
Mentor Student
First Grade. Riverheads Elementary School, Staunton, VA Spring 2013
Assisted teacher with classroom duties and taught small group lessons.
Classroom Volunteer
Second Grade. Wilson Elementary, Fishersville, VA 2013-2014
Economics Seminar
Bridgewater College, Bridgewater VA Oct 2014
Education Event Volunteer
Share Fair Education Fair, Bridgewater College Nov 2014
Education Panelist
Teacher Education Program, Bridgewater College Nov 2014
Math/Tech Night
Pleasant Valley Elementary, Harrisonburg, VA Nov 2014
Ag in the Classroom Seminar
Bridgewater College, Bridgewater VA Nov 2014

Clubs and Organizations

Member
Treasurer and Vice President
Student Member
Active Member

United States Pony Club 2007-2012

Augusta County Horse and Pony 4-H Club 2008-2013
Student Virginia Education Association (SVEA) 20132014
BC Commuters Club Fall 2013Present

Employment History
Substitute Teacher
Record Scanner

Augusta County Schools, Augusta County, VA Aug 2012Present

Augusta County School Board, Verona, VA MayAug 2013

Professional References
Mark Lotts
540.245.5169
Cathy Youell
540.487.0994
Penny Dolan
540.290.6337
Karen Weaver
540.578.1542

51 Stuart Avenue, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477

mlotts@augusta.k12.va.us
4077 Little Calf Pasture Highway, Craigsville, VA 24430
cyouell@augusta.k12.va.us
1344 Battlefield Road, Grottoes, VA 24441
pdolan@rockingham.k12.va.us
280 Centerville Road, Bridgewater, VA 22812
kweaver@bridgewater.edu