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Niekeya Coleman

Tupelo

Summary

Dedicated English Education candidate graduating May 2026, actively pursuing a secondary ELA teaching position that emphasizes engaging instruction and strong classroom relationships. Committed to supporting literacy development for diverse learners through innovative and inclusive teaching strategies. Passionate about inspiring a lifelong love for learning in all students, ensuring each individual feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Oxford Middle School
Oxford, MS
08.2025 - Current
  • Plan and deliver standards-aligned English Language Arts lessons
  • Use formative assessments to monitor student progress and understanding
  • Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs
  • Establish positive classroom routines and expectations
  • Collaborate with mentor teachers and instructional teams

Student Teacher

Lafayette High School
Lafayette County, MS
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Completed over 100 clinical teaching hours in secondary English classrooms
  • Designed lessons focused on literature analysis and informational text
  • Led class discussions and writing activities
  • Assisted with grading, lesson preparation, and classroom management

Education

Associate of Arts - English Education

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS

Bachelor of Arts - English Education (Secondary)

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
05.2026

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning & Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Data-Driven Teaching
  • Student Engagement
  • Professional Communication
  • Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Youth Mental Health First Aid Certified – August 2025
  • American Heart Association CPR Certified – August 2025

Timeline

Student Teacher

Oxford Middle School
08.2025 - Current

Student Teacher

Lafayette High School
01.2025 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - English Education (Secondary)

University of Mississippi

Associate of Arts - English Education

Itawamba Community College

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Poverty Simulation Participant – 2025
  • Conference Attendee, National Council of Teachers of English Annual Conference – 2025
Niekeya Coleman