Kim Nicolaus
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Seasoned homeschool teacher focusing on the assessment, creation, and implementation of multi-age curriculum. Paid and volunteer roles have emphasized development and equipping of teams for community impact.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Administrator and Instructor
Homelife Academy
Cleveland, TN
08.2013 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented curriculum for multiple age groups based on comprehension and individual learning styles
- Evaluated student comprehension in core subjects to identify learning gaps and tailor instruction accordingly
- Ensured compliance with state standards for core class content, attendance, and comprehension to support student success
- Tutored students for standardized tests in math, English, reading, and science
- Communicated regularly with umbrella agency to ensure educational requirements
Tutor
Classical Conversations
Lenoir City, TN
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Designed and carried out weekly educational programs in core subjects to enrich student learning
- Collaborated with team to create engaging weekly programming that augmented student experiences
- Facilitated joint learning experiences for parents and children to strengthen family engagement in education
Director of Missions and Outreach
Cokesbury UMC
Knoxville, TN
08.2005 - 06.2010
- Directed outreach efforts for financially challenged community members, focusing on financial, familial, and spiritual health.
- Oversaw food pantry operations serving over 100 families each month.
- Coordinated communication between staff and community partners, ensuring alignment on outreach initiatives.
- Developed and led teams for temporary and long-term service roles.
Director of Youth Ministry
Lovers Lane UMC
Dallas, TX
08.1999 - 04.2005
- Recruited and trained adult volunteers.
- Planned and led student Bible studies and small group discussions.
- Collaborated with families, pastors, and church staff to align efforts with ministry goals.
- Coordinated with team to design and implement churchwide contemporary worship service.
Assistant Director of Youth Ministry
First United Methodist Houston
Houston, TX
05.1994 - 08.1999
- Established a community ministry aimed at providing support and resources for inner city children, youth, and families.
- Selected and refined curriculum content to meet the developmental needs of youth.
- Delivered instruction to 6th-12th grade students, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training activities, enhancing program engagement and support.
Education
BS -
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX05-1994
Skills
- Student and program assessment and record keeping
- Multiage curriculum creation and implementation
- State education compliance
- Project organizer and team lead
- Volunteer recruitment, training, and deployment
- Communication
- Microsoft Word
- Google Docs
- Scheduling Coordination
Volunteer Positions
- We are Central Day, Coordinator, Lenoir City, TN, 2014, 2015. Coordinated churchwide outreach of 100 + volunteers to our community, formulated and enacted structure for leadership team, and facilitated communication between leadership, 100 + volunteers, and participating families
- Vacation Bible School, Coordinator, Lenoir City, TN, Cleveland, TN, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2026, Developed and coordinated churchwide outreach to children in our community, developed and implemented leadership team structure, facilitated communication between leadership, 100+ volunteers, and participating families
- Children and Youth Coordinator, Lenoir City, TN, 2015-2017. Worked with staff to create curriuclum scope and sequence. Participated in problem solving. Led in ministry goal development.
- Preschool Sunday School Teacher, Cleveland, TN, 2021-2023. Worked with staff to design and implement appropriate curriculum for preschool children.
- Middle School Girls' Small Group Leader, Cleveland, TN 2023-present. Facilitated discussion and development amongst middle school girls and their peers.
- Children Coordinator, Cleveland, TN 2025. Oversaw children's ministry including volunteer recruitment, training, programming, and teaching of children.
Training
- Family Hope Center
- Learning RX Parent Trainer
- Institute for Excellence in Writing Teacher Training
- Classical Conversations Tutor Practicum
- Great Homeschool Conventions
Timeline
Tutor
Classical Conversations
08.2015 - 05.2017
Homeschool Administrator and Instructor
Homelife Academy
08.2013 - 05.2026
Director of Missions and Outreach
Cokesbury UMC
08.2005 - 06.2010
Director of Youth Ministry
Lovers Lane UMC
08.1999 - 04.2005
Assistant Director of Youth Ministry
First United Methodist Houston
05.1994 - 08.1999
BS -
Southwestern University