Nikki L.
Lyons
112 F Street, Cedar Falls, Iowa, 50613
(770) 596-8987
lyonsn@[Link]
Summary of Qualifications
Seven years of experience educating students at varying levels of
education in diverse learning environments
Experience in designing and developing instructional curricula and
materials for learners
Knowledge of emerging instructional technologies in education and
diverse range of uses for them
Outstanding professional disposition
Strong written and oral communication skills
An ability to learn and apply new information/skills quickly
Innovative problem solving ability
Education
M.A., Curriculum & Instruction: Instructional Technology,
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA Anticipated
December, 2015
[Link]., Early Childhood Education, Albany State University, Albany, GA
December, 2011
B.S., Early Childhood Education, Cum Laude, Albany State University,
Albany, GA May, 2008
Georgia Teaching Certificate #713782, Level 5 Validity Period 03/02/2012 06/30/2018
Georgia Gifted Education In-Field Endorsement Validity Period
03/02/2012 - 06/30/2018
Honors
Alpha Kappa Mu, National Honor Society
Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education
Tau Beta Sigma, National Honorary Band Sorority, Zeta Kappa Chapter
University of Northern Iowa Graduate Assistantship 2013-2014 & 2014-2015
Academic Years
University of Northern Iowa Graduate College Scholarship 2014-2015 & 20152016 Academic Years
Eugene & Mary Grossman Quasi-Endowed Graduate Scholarship 2015-2016
Academic Year
Ida May Wilson Graduate Scholarship 2014-2015 & 2015-2016 Academic Years
Technical Skills
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Desktop publishing and Word processing:
Microsoft Word, Works, Adobe Acrobat, Google Docs
Database and Spreadsheet:
Microsoft Excel, Access, Google Forms, Pages
Presentation:
Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi, Inspiration, Google Presenter
Web development:
HTML, CSS, Kompozer, Google Sites, Weebly
Video editing:
iMovie, iDVD, Windows Movie Maker, WeVideo, Adobe Premiere Elements
Image editing:
Photoshop Elements, iPhoto, Picasa, ComicLife, Adobe Photoshop
E-learning tools:
WebCT (Blackboard), CoveritLive, Wikis, Second Life (virtual world), instant
messaging, podcasting, blogging, online gaming software
Social networking:
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Diigo, MySpace, Flickr, Instagram, Snapchat
Career Related Experience
University of Northern Iowa
Department of Curriculum & Instruction, Cedar Falls, IA
years 2013- 2014, 2014-2015
Academic
Instructional Technology Teaching Assistant
Facilitated lectures and class laboratory sessions
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Each semester, I was responsible for four face-to-face sections and
one online section of for the Educational Technology & Design
course with between twenty-five and thirty undergraduate students
enrolled in section
Co-facilitated with instructor to clarify information, reinforce assignment
requirements
Coached students in class learning activities
Maintained accurate attendance records for each section of the course I
taught in
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Assisted faculty members with grading student assignments and
documenting scores in the WebCT Blackboard system
Maintained office hours to assist students with assignments,
troubleshooting, questions, and technical support
Responded to student emails regarding attendance records and questions
about class assignments
Engaged with students in online backchannel discussions during lectures
Lead class/lab activities in instructors absence
Provided written and oral feedback on class presentations or other
projects to supplement faculty comments
Served as a student representative on the UNI College of Education
Technology Committee
Served as the representative for the College of Education on the UNI
Student Computer Advisory Committee
Coordinated and host the UNI Connect-A-Tech Webinar Series, which was
created to open dialogue between undergraduate students, graduate
students, and alum of the Instructional Technology program
o Contacted alum and extend invitations to participate in the webinars
o Conducted research on careers and poll students to gather interview
questions
o Drafted interview questions for each career and forward those to
interviewees
o Designed promotional materials
o Promoted the webinars to increase viewership
o Hosted the bi-monthly webinars and lead the discussions
Envision Experience, Multiple Locations, USA
National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to Discovery
June 2014- July 2014
State Leadership Conference
March 2015-April 2015
Explore STEM
June 2015-July 2015
Faculty Advisor
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Facilitated curriculum and learning activities based on Leadership and
STEM careers for students in third through eighth grades
Disseminated the educational content of the program to groups of 16-20
students
Traveled to multiple locations throughout the country for conferences and
reorganized classrooms to serve as group meeting spaces each week
Provided adequate student supervision by taking attendance during
scheduled meeting times and nightly room checks
Participated in periodic curriculum review process for program
improvement
Provided feedback to program coordinators about curriculum
effectiveness
Assisted with student registration and check out
Participated in nightly faculty meetings to reflect, prepare for instruction,
and discuss strategies for improvement
State Leadership Conference Educational Support
Provided Faculty Advisors with materials that they needed for learning
activities
Ivy Preparatory Boys Leadership Academy and
Ivy Preparatory Academy for Girls at Kirkwood, Decatur, GA
September 2012 April 2013
Substitute Teacher
Implemented daily lesson plans for primary teachers to ensure the
delivery of instruction
Relieved primary teachers to provide sufficient supervision for scholars
Assisted the Registrar with organization and maintenance of student
records
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Ensured compliance with policies and procedures of the DeKalb County
School System
Dougherty County School System
Turner Elementary School, Albany, GA
August 2008 May 2012
Elementary School Instructor
Fourth Grade Team (August 2008 May 2010)
Taught Science and Social Studies to three classes consisting of
approximately 26 students for fourth grade students
Administered multiple assessments in compliance with district and state
requirements to inform instruction.
Utilized innovative instructional methods and materials to produce
effective learning experiences including cooperative learning, thematic
instruction and differentiation.
Developed daily lesson plans, unit plans, and testing materials for
departmentalized science and social studies instruction
Infused the use of technology to enhance instruction, including:
Activstudio software, Promethean software, eInstruction, the Internet,
PowerPoint presentation software, and online research.
Ensured compliances with laws, regulations, rules and policies prescribed
by the Dougherty County School System
Committees
Social Studies Instructional Team 2008-2009
Science Instructional Team 2008-2009
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Lead Science Teacher 2009-2010
Learn and Serve Grant Committee 2009-2010
Fourth Grade Chair 2009-2010
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Second Grade Team (August 2010 May 2012)
Taught Science and Social Studies to three classes consisting of
approximately 26 students for second grade students
Administered multiple assessments in compliance with district and state
requirements to inform instruction.
Utilized innovative instructional methods and materials to produce
effective learning experiences including cooperative learning, thematic
instruction and differentiation.
Developed daily lesson plans, unit plans, and testing materials for
departmentalized science and social studies instruction
Infused the use of technology to enhance instruction, including:
Activstudio software, Promethean software, eInstruction, the Internet,
PowerPoint presentation software, and on-line research.
Ensured compliances with laws, regulations, rules and policies prescribed
by the Dougherty County School System
Committees
Social Studies Instructional Team
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Lead Social Studies Teacher 2010-2012
Science Instructional Team
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Lead Science Teacher 2010-2012
Service Learning Advisory Committee
Learn and Serve Grant Committee 2010-2011
Differentiated Instruction Team
Turner Eagle News Network Advisor 2010-2011
School Leadership Team 2011-2012
School Improvement Plan Committee Member 2011-2012
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
Response to Intervention Team 2011-2012
Data Analysis Team 2011-2012
Greater 2ND Mount Olive Baptist Church
Outreach Program, Albany, GA
2009 May 2009
August
January 2010 July 2010
Sept 2011 Jan 2012
Instructor
Provide additional academic instruction for Turner Elementary School
students to prepare them for standardized testing and promotion
Additional Employment Experience
Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls, IA
September 2014- Present
Valet/Parking Attendant
Family Video, Waterloo, IA
March 2014 June 2014
Seasonal Cashier/ Sales Associate
Toys R Us, Albany, GA
December 2008
Seasonal Cashier/ Sales Associate
October 2008
Camp Adventure Youth Services
August 2006
Camp Counselor
May 2006
Kentucky Fried Chicken, Griffin, GA
2002 May 2004
Cashier/ Food Preparation
April
Professional Development
Professional Memberships
National Education Association
Georgia Association of Educators (GAE)
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Conferences & Presentations
Nikki L. Lyons
Committed to professional development and success
4th Conference on African American Children and Families, February 19-20,
2015,
University of Northern Iowa, Assistant Coordinator
Iowa AEA267 1:1 Conference, Cedar Falls, IA, December 5, 2014
Iowa Technology Education Connection (ITEC) Conference, October 13-14,
2014, Des Moines, IA
Presentation: Creating Webinars for Social Connections
Iowa Technology Education Connection (ITEC) Conference, October 14-15,
2013, Des Moines, IA
3rd Conference on African American Children and Families February 27-28, 2014
University of Northern Iowa
Global Youth Debate Online Judge October-November 2013
Civic Engagement
Board of Directors, Project M.A.L.E. (Mentoring Adolescents to Lead with
Excellence), Atlanta, GA
Volunteer, Northeast Iowa Food Bank, Waterloo, Iowa
Vice President, Multicultural Graduate Student Association, University of
Northern Iowa
