Jasmina Nikolov

About Jasmina Nikolov

I build communities to fuel the work of mission-driven organizations. In each institution I have built capacity, streamlined processes and procedures, managed projects, recruited and developed talent. Ultimately I am best at disarming people with my quirky charm to empower people to make the world a better place. Over the past 10 years I: Reinvigorated a 110-year-old mentoring program: increased efficiency, oversaw program, case-managed up to 25 matches, updated and expanded training, and recruited a record number of new mentors with limited resources in under a year. Authored curricula and facilitated classes and trainings in-person and online for youth and adults Created a grant-funded mentoring program serving 50 teens and young adults. Was celebrated for planting trees on a barren commercial strip & engaging volunteers & businesses to keep the trees healthy Improved processes within a cooperative by developing and hosting educational programming, and project managing and co-creating our website.And, most recently Worked to build and expand an online synchronous learning platform to bring free, high-quality classes to everyone during the pandemic.The initiatives listed above illustrate my lifelong devotion to my community, a commitment I maintained while pursuing a flexible career as a real estate entrepreneur, enabling me to raise my son. I continue to grow and learn alongside him as he becomes more independent. Recently I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the City College of New York, with course work reflecting my interest in psychology, public policy, urban studies, inequality, displacement, and foster youth. My leadership strengths include: Outreach and community engagement Volunteer recruitment, management, and retention Long and short-term planningI specialize in: Live classroom training and online facilitation using platforms like Zoom and WebEx Program development Process Improvement Curriculum development Project management Event planning Streamlining processes and codifying policies and procedures to make everyone’s lives easier Presenting compelling visual/oral arguments Maintaining positive, professional relationships Growing through challenges

Experience

1. Partner Teacher, New York City Teaching Collaborative

   NYC Public Schools

   Jan 2023 — Present · Brooklyn, NY, US

   Differentiate instruction in lessons aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)Modify the Amplify Science curriculum while providing learning accommodations for Students with Disabilities (SWDs)- Partner with Special Education Co-Teacher in models such as Teaming, Parallel Teaching, and One Teach/One Assist- Scaffold instruction for Multilingual Learners (MLLs) using Spanish language skills to promote content understanding- Create graphic organizers, visuals, modeling, and color-coded vocabulary for English as a New Language (ENL) students- Provide small group instruction for newcomer ENL students to support concept retention and language acquisition- Encourage Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) utilizing a growth mindset approach and daily check-insInstitute Total Physical Response (TPR) and Picture Word Inductive Model (PWIM) to support ENL student progress- Collect and analyze formative/summative assessment data to inform differentiation methods and flexible groupings- Employ a reasoning tool to aggregate research information about insulators and conductors- Utilize Project-Based Learning (PBL) for a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to instruction- Promote cultural representation of scientists for an equitable and inclusive learning environmentIntegrate SMART Board, Promethean Board, Google Classroom, Google Sheets, QR Codes, and ClassDojo technology- Instill effective behavior management methods utilizing whole class systems and individualized supports- Serve as Substitute Teacher, volunteer at events, support the Dance Class elective, and attend students’ games and exhibitions

Education

• The City University of New York

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

• The City College of New York

  Honors Program

• The City University of New York

  Bachelor's degree, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

  2020

• Pace University

  Master of Science - MS, Master of Science for Teachers

Skills

• Home Staging
• Blogging
• Graphic Design
• Referrals
• Problem Solving
• Buyer's Broker
• Brooklyn
• New Home Sales
• Fsbo
• Buyer Representation
• Brokerage
• Residential Sales & Rentals
• Selling
• Investors
• Buyer / Seller Education
• Writing
• Sellers
• Residential Homes
• Real Estate
• Townhomes
• Sellers Agent
• Negotiation
• Teaching
• Real Estate Transactions
• New York City
• Short Sales
• Real Estate Consulting
• Property Management
• Rentals
• Customer Service
• Public Speaking
• Home
• First Time Home Buyers
• Condos
• Social Media
• For Sale by Owner
• Social Media Marketing
• Investment Properties
• Relocation
• Residential