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Nichole Thomas
Farmersville,OH
Summary
As an accomplished administrator with over 13 years of educational leadership experience, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve as the next Supervisor At-Large for OASSA. Having excelled in roles as a teacher, principal, and curriculum director, I hold a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing school leaders today. I am eager to leverage this background to support and advocate for all administrators.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Valley View Local Schools
Germantown, OH
08.2019 - Current
- Leader of Curriculum/Instruction Team achieving a Four Star ODEW rating in 2025
- Leader of District Leadership Team
- Designed and implemented a district-wide Shared Leadership System
- Spearheaded the creation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) across all tiers, monitoring implementation and student progress
- Manage the CCIP and oversee all district federal programs
- Administer the curriculum budget collaborating closely with Treasurer to keep excess costs down
- Guided the development of District Strategic Plan and monitor progress
- Resident Educator Coordinator
- Student Assessment/Testing Coordinator
- Business Advisory Council Liaison for District
- State Report Card/ Academic Data Analysis
- Organize and coordinate staff professional development
- Teacher Evaluation Oversight Coordinator
- Oversee All Teacher Licensure
- Leader of Instructional Technology (software)
- Oversee Selection of Instructional Materials and Courses of Study
- Title IX Coordinator
- Attend all Board meetings and present on various topics
- Facilitate regular curriculum reviews to ensure alignment with district goals and student needs.
- Oversee Curriculum Coaches and Special Services (Literacy, Math, Gifted, Career Navigator, EL Services)
- Collaborate closely with Director of Student Services and
Special Education Coordinator
Middle School Principal
Valley View Local Schools
Germantown, OH
08.2013 - 07.2019
- Served as the sole administrator of a building of students in 7-8 grade overseeing daily operations and student events
- Led curriculum implementation for building
- Collaborated with students, staff, community, and central office
- Implemented building leadership team and teacher-based teams
- Achieved Independent School Status by successfully closing achievement gaps, elevating the school from a three-year Watch School designation
- Implemented a middle school philosophy and advisory program, which earned the Ohio Middle Level Association Regional Award
- Added courses for student voice and choice based on student interest
- Conducted teacher evaluations
- Attended student activities
- Managed budget for building expenses
- Oversight of all extra-curricular activities
- Led development and implementation of school improvement plan to enhance student performance.
- Implemented professional development programs for teachers to improve instructional practices and student engagement.
Intervention Specialist
Valley View Local Schools
Germantown, OH
08.1999 - 07.2013
- Instructed students in grades 6 through 12 across subjects, including ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science
- Spearheaded district initiatives to create more inclusive classrooms, implementing a co-teaching model
- Developed and managed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to support students
- Administered ongoing assessments to monitor student progress, consistently adjusting interventions to drive achievement
- Achieved a track record of student improvement in reading comprehension and fluency
- Delivered professional development sessions for colleagues to share best practices and instructional strategies
- Fostered relationships with parents, colleagues, and students
- Served as the Student Council Advisor and Cheer Coach
Education
Superintendent License -
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio, OH07-2024
Principal License -
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH06-2014
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH07-2002
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wright State University
Dayton, OH07-1998
Skills
- Clifton Strengths-Discipline, Focus, Consistency, Relator, Harmony
- Instructional Coaching
- Collaborative Learning
- Innovative Thinking
- Educational Leadership
Accomplishments
Ohio Middle Level Association (OMLA) Regional Award for Advisory Program 2018
Ohio Middle Level Association Regional Representative
(2017-2020)
Presenter at National Science Teachers Association National Conference
- 2010-Philadelphia,
- 2011-San Francisco
- 2012-Indianapolis
- 2013-San Antonio
Presenter at OSBA, "Differentiation in the Science Classroom" 2011
National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) Outstanding Special Educator Award 2012
Awarded Martha Holden-Jennings Foundation Grant for
Science Materials
Affiliations
- ASCD, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
- OASSA, Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators
- OMLA, Ohio Middle Level Association
- The Church at Farmersville
- Ohio Farm Bureau
- Montgomery County Farm Bureau
Certification
- Superintendent License 22419541
- Principal K-12 License 22416997
- Intervention Specialist License 22416996
Interests
Timeline
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Valley View Local Schools
08.2019 - Current
Middle School Principal
Valley View Local Schools
08.2013 - 07.2019
Intervention Specialist
Valley View Local Schools
08.1999 - 07.2013
Superintendent License -
Miami University
Principal License -
University of Dayton
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wright State University