NICOLE AOKI

naoki@westmont.edu
201-675-8094 955 La Paz Road
2019portfolionicoleaokiseniorportfolio.weebly.com Santa Barbara, California 93108

OBJECTIVE To obtain a position as an elementary school teacher that will utilize my dedication to
children's educational needs and development.

EDUCATION Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA

2016-2020 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, History Concentration, Spring 2019
GPA 3.6
Anticipating Teaching Credential, Spring 2020

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE

2019 Spring Pre-Professional at Canalino School in Carpenteria, CA

1st grade
Administered informal assessments in mathematics and reading for students
Took initiative in facilitating creative classroom activities
Managed and led small groups on field trips

2017-2019 Tutor and Babysitter for three different families in Montecito, CA

3-year-old, 3rd grader, 6th grader
Engaged with children in a range of educational and fun activities
Modeled and encouraged positive behavior
Maintained a safe and healthy environment for children

2015-2016 After-School Care Attendant at Unity After School in Prospect Park, NJ

1st-5th grade
Conducted one on one and group tutoring sessions with children
Supervised, participated in, and administered recreational activities

2016 Summer Kids Camp Staff at Akagaki Camp in Japan

2nd grade
Supervised and led a group of 15 children on outdoor activities such as hiking and
swimming
Organized and served meals to large groups of children

WORK EXPERIENCE

2018 Summer Zoo Assistant at Santa Barbara Zoo

Multi-tasked efficiently in serving many people in a short amount of time
Explained to children and parents where certain exhibits were

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

2016 High School Volleyball Captain

2014 Missions Trip to Ghana, Africa