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Work History
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Certification
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Katherine E. Nicholson

Ocean Springs,MS

Summary

Experienced Language Arts Teacher with a proven track record of cultivating strong verbal and written communication skills in seventh-grade students. Well-versed in curriculum selection, lesson planning, and classroom management techniques. Committed to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic growth. Seeking a long-term position to leverage extensive 22 years of experience and make a lasting impact on students' educational journey.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ELA Teacher

Vancleave Middle School
08.2009 - Current
  • Learning Strategies
  • Lead Teacher
  • TST Coordinator
  • Cheerleading Coach
  • ELA department chair

5th grade teacher – All subjects

Vancleave Upper Elementary
08.2002 - 05.2009
  • Grade-level chair

6th and 7th grade Science Teacher

Vancleave Middle School
08.2001 - 05.2002
  • Cheerleading Coach
  • Teacher Leadership
  • ELA Department Chair
  • State Testing Team member
  • Crisis Management Team member
  • Secretary of VMS Renaissance Booster
  • Vision Team Member
  • Former Cheerleading Coach

Education

Master of Education - School Leadership & Supervision

Belhaven University
Jackson, MS
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
12.2001

Associates of Arts Degree - undefined

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS
05.1999

Skills

  • Project-based learning
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Oral communication
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading comprehension
  • Student motivation
  • Knowledgeable about technology
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Field trips
  • Instructional technology
  • Curriculum implementation

Certification

  • Elementary Education 4-6, 117
  • Kindergarten-4, 152
  • Middle School Math 7-8, 901
  • Middle School Language Arts 7-8, 902
  • Administrator – All three levels, 486

References

Available upon request

Timeline

ELA Teacher

Vancleave Middle School
08.2009 - Current

5th grade teacher – All subjects

Vancleave Upper Elementary
08.2002 - 05.2009

6th and 7th grade Science Teacher

Vancleave Middle School
08.2001 - 05.2002

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi

Associates of Arts Degree - undefined

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Master of Education - School Leadership & Supervision

Belhaven University
Katherine E. Nicholson