Erika Nelson-Galewski

W14555 Nelson Road Osseo, Wisconsin 54758 Phone: (715) 861-4800

Cell: (715) 577-5128

Email: egalewski@RegisCatholicSchools.com Professional Webpage: galewski.weebly.com

Classroom Webpage: www.regiscatholicschools.com/staff/erika-galewski/

Personal Statement
I am a dynamic teacher with a talent for motivating students through enriching and innovative activities that
address the diverse needs of students. I am equipped with a background and interest in technology integration,
curriculum development, autism and dyslexia awareness, inclusive education, reading instruction, and the visual
arts. I possess a high level of creativity, combined with strong planning, assessment, organizational and
interpersonal skills.
Certification:
WI Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence Professional Educator
Experience in:
* Standards-Based Curriculum
* Classroom Management
* Formative Assessment
* Guided Reading
* Brain-based Teaching
* Dyslexia
* Technology/Flipped classroom
* Student Motivation
* Autism/ADHD

Education
Institution:
Major:
Graduation:
Distinction:

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire

Degree:
B.S. in Education
Middle Childhood - Early Adolescence
Minor:
Social Studies (1-9)
December 2004
Graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.43 on a 4.0 scale
Deans List for two semesters and Academic Distinction for four semesters
Recipient of the Faye Davis Berg Teaching Scholarship

Institution:
Graduation:

St. Marys University

Anticipated: May 2016

Degree Sought: M.S. in Educational

Leadership

Professional Teaching Experience

Elementary Teacher
Regis Catholic Schools Eau Claire, WI
August 2007 present
Implemented standards-based instruction based on the Danielson framework in
science, math, and literacy within my classroom and through multiple forms of
assessment including AIMSWEB.
Facilitated learning utilizing Whole Brain Teaching methods in the core curricular
areas of: math, reading, science, social studies, and language arts with an emphasis
on technology integration.
Designed and administered formative and summative assessments cross curriculum.
Collaborated with grade level teachers to enhance technology integration through
the use of IPADs, Smart boards and online interactive learning systems.
Coordinated online yearbook planning and sales for each grade level.
Implemented guided reading instruction and the implementation of a school leveled
library.

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Dyslexia Tutor
Childrens Dyslexia Center Eau Claire, WI
September 2015 present
Applied Orton-Gillingham methods when instructing students with dyslexia.
Developed weekly lesson plans based on student data.
Summer Programming Teacher
Boys and Girls Club Eau Claire, WI
June-August 2014
Developed programming in science and social studies for students in grades 3-5
Managed class sizes of up to 40 students
Collaborated with colleagues to develop instruction and management plans
Connected with community resources to provide service learning opportunities
Advanced Line Therapist
Wisconsin Early Autism Project Eau Claire, WI
September 2006-August 2007
Promoted within six months of starting date.
Directed individualized instruction and ABA therapy for autistic children.
Fostered development of behavior, language and social skills.
Collaborated with Head-Start, pre-school and elementary educators.
Evaluated student progress and followed IEP.
Motivated students using multiple reinforcement techniques.
Established a positive relationship with students, parents, teachers, and colleagues fostering an environment of open communication and support.

Professional Training, Workshops & Committees

Training

Workshops

Committees

Orton-Gillingham
Summer 2015-present

IPADs in the Classroom

Fall 2012, 2013

Accreditation Chair
Fall 2012 - present

Danielson Framework
Fall 2015

Guided Reading Workshop

Spring 2010

Diocesan Math Curriculum

AIMSWEB Assessment
Fall 2014- present

NWEA Conference
2003 2010

Language Curriculum
Spring 2009-2010

Applied Behavior Analysis

Summer 2006

Digital Wisconsin Workshop

Spring 2004

PDP Support & Mentor

Erika Nelson-Galewski

Fall 2012 - present

2010 present

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Erika Nelson-Galewski
W14555 Nelson Road Osseo, Wisconsin 54758 Phone: (715) 861-4800

Cell: (715) 577-5128

Email: egalewski@RegisCatholicSchools.com Professional Webpage: galewski.weebly.com

Classroom Webpage: www.regiscatholicschools.com/staff/erika-galewski/

REFERENCES
Mrs. Renee Cassidy
Principal
Immaculate Conception
1320 Bittersweet Dr.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 830-2276
Mr. Joe Eisenhuth
Assistant Principal
North High School
1801 Piedmont Road
Eau Claire, WI 54703
(715)852-6608
Mr. Mark Gobler
President of Regis Catholic Schools
2728 Mall Drive, Suite 200
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 830-2273
Mrs. Kelly K. Mechelke
Curriculum Director & Principal
St. James Elementary
2502 11th Street
Eau Claire, WI 54703
(715) 214-7588
Mrs. Tammy Tillotson
Center Director
Childrens Dyslexia Center of Upper Wisconsin
616 Graham Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 598-4986

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