Nichole Kimbell
Summary
Educational and Recreational Specialist with 7 years of professional experience in the local school districts, non profit organizations, and government sectors, specializing in the development, coordination, and execution of diverse education and recreational programs. Proficient in creating and implementing inclusive education and recreation plans that promote community engagement, wellness, and social connection. Leveraging 5 years of extensive expertise in Special Education, with a strong focus on developing Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) to support student performance and engagement. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, program management, and curriculum development. Committed to fostering inclusive environments, both in educational and recreational settings, to meet the needs of diverse populations. Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in stakeholders satisfaction, engagement, and community outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Specialist
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
09.2024 - Current
- Developed, documented, and maintained comprehensive legal Individual Educational Plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring 100% compliance with state and federal regulations, which enhanced the quality and consistency of educational support for all students
- Deliver specialized instruction in Special Education Health/ Vocational Skills & Career Prep, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra 1 courses
- Achieved a 30% increase in academic performance and a 40% boost in student engagement, as measured by assessments and classroom participation
- Managed a caseload of 22 students by designing and implementing customized Individualized Educational Plans effectively tailoring academic and social-emotional supports
Recreational Leader
City of Stanton
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Organized and facilitated diverse recreational programs, including sports, arts & crafts, and active/passive games, ensuring all activities were inclusive and engaging for participants of varying ages
- Maintained and monitored recreational equipment and facilities, overseeing inventory management, performing minor maintenance, and ensuring cleanliness and readiness for use
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, processing park facility bookings, and resolving issues in a professional and timely manner, both in-person and over the phone.
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate activities for diverse groups.
Educational Specialist
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Leveraged advanced pedagogical techniques to teach English Grades 9-12 to students with learning differences, focusing on reading comprehension and textual analysis
- Used data to inform instruction and adjust teaching strategies, resulting in a 60% improvement in statewide assessment in reading, writing, and analyzing informative texts
- Coordinated and scheduled over 30 stakeholder meetings for students' annual educational goals, ensuring tailored educational strategies for each student
Educational Specialist
Orange Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborate with general and special education teachers in multi-discipline academic core courses to design and implement curriculum throughout the academic school year
- Attended and lead Annual /Triennial Individual Educational Plan meetings for 28 students while ensuring 100% compliance with Individual Educational Plan state and federal standards
- Managed and tracked students' progress using data tracking systems resulting in 85% of Students meeting or exceeding academic goals
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Elementary School Lead Academic Instructor/ Archery Coach
CSULB Club Sports & Recreation Department
06.2014 - 08.2022
- Developed and Implemented dynamic 4-week academic curricula tailored for elementary school classroom settings, ensuring preparedness for the forthcoming academic school year
- Conducted Comprehensive Archery Training, imparting fundamental skills to over 400 campers during intensive 4-week sessions, ensuring safety and skill mastery.
- Facilitated Cross-Functional Teamwork, ensuring consistency and best practice sharing across grade levels.
Educational Specialist
Centinela Valley Union High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and delivered full comprehensive unit plans for classic and modern works of literature for English 9 Special Education and General Education setting
- Worked with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum while ensuring 100% compliance with California Special Education state and federal special education laws
- Facilitate Independent Studies through virtual learning setting and utilize online educational platform
- Addressed disciplinary issues promptly, working closely with the administration to develop effective solutions that promoted personal growth in addition to academic success.
Educational Specialist
Capistrano Unified School District
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked for the Continued Learning, Adult Special Services Program, which is designed to meet the special education needs of post secondary students between the ages of 18-22
- Provided direct individualized academic and enrichment instruction for students who are on the high school diploma and certification track
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs and enhance student performance.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Program - California Teaching Credential-Special Education Mild/Moderate
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CABachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University, Long Beach
Long BeachSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- CPR certification
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Recreational Leader
City of Stanton
06.2025 - 11.2025
Educational Specialist
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
09.2024 - Current
Educational Specialist
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
Educational Specialist
Orange Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Educational Specialist
Centinela Valley Union High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
Educational Specialist
Capistrano Unified School District
10.2020 - 06.2021
Elementary School Lead Academic Instructor/ Archery Coach
CSULB Club Sports & Recreation Department
06.2014 - 08.2022
Post-Baccalaureate Program - California Teaching Credential-Special Education Mild/Moderate
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University, Long Beach