Kathryn Nickell

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About Kathryn Nickell

I am a seasoned educator with 20+ years of experience in the classroom. I am well-versed in all areas of middle school curriculum. I am a talented instructor who knows what an engaged classroom looks like. I am a life long learner who received two Master's Degrees and many additional hours beyond. I have experience in writing assessments, curriculum, and being a leader in a school district.Kathryn "Kate" Nickellkatenickell1975@gmail.comI bring to a school district a wealth of knowledge, dedication and proven results. I am skilled with online education applications, assessments & curriculum development. I have used two different online social/emotional learning curriculums. My expertise is in curriculum development and utilizing a team of teachers to create interdisciplinary units once or twice a year. I have a passion for teaching middle school. I am someone who volunteers before and after school to help students achieve. I have been a coach, club advisor, director, union representative, philanthropy chair, and been asked to be on many district committees. I was in the first class at National Louis University to receive a Master's in Middle Level Education. This degree has helped my career go in many wonderful directions. I have proven results when it come to student success. I collect all student data. It is my job to review and monitor success. I notice quickly when a student struggles with the concepts. I believe in weekly conferences with students so they can share with me their progress and have one-on-one time with me to ask questions. I believe that all students can learn. I believe that teachers with passion are the key to making successful adults.*Created curriculum for Sneak Preview, a transition program for students entering 7th grade*Trained and supervised colleagues for 8th grade class trip to Washington, DC*Implemented and conducted small group instruction for K-6 Reading and Math Intervention*Increased AIMS Web scores so that 18 out of 48 students (37.5%) were able to exit the program and return to the regular classroom.*Collaborated with the members of the Executive Committee to ensure that the needs of all union members were satisfied.*Ongoing learner who is researching gifted and talented (differentiation) in the classroom.*A former student met with me about how I changed his life and pushed him to succeed. He is now a doctor researching Cystic Fibrosis.*Receiving Distinguished Service Award for 3 years*My program, Sneak Preview, was adopted for the entire districtContact Kate @ 630-209-6001