Patricia A Nickol
Seminole
Summary
With over 40 years of experience in the field, I bring a wealth of expertise in child development. Strong interpersonal communication skills and specialized knowledge of infant-toddler development enable effective collaboration with parents and providers. This collaborative approach allows for adaptation and real-time feedback to meet the unique needs of each child and their family.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist
Teaching U. LLC
Seminole, USA
03.2019 - 03.2025
- Provide in-home early intervention services to children receiving services through Early Steps
Alternative Placement Program
Pinellas County School System
Clearwater, Fl
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted middle and high school students with assignments while attending this program as an alternative to being suspended from the assigned school
Child Enrichment Specialist
UMCM
Largo, FL
08.2012 - 05.2018
- Supported ESOL families in their role as their child's first teacher through homework help and PACT Time
Infant Toddler Specialist
Florida First Start
Largo, FL
07.2003 - 05.2017
- Supported families in understanding child development and the importance of their role as their child's first and most important teacher
Contract Trainer
Early Learning Coalition
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Presented the Cradling Literacy Program to childcare workers
Site Coordinator
Educare
Largo, FL
01.1998 - 06.2002
- Managed daily operations of an employee childcare program
Family Specialist
Directions for Mental Health, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Psycho-educational intervention to reduce risks of child abuse in families with children 2-18 years old
Children Services Administrator
Operation Par, Inc.
Clearwater, FL
01.1989 - 09.1995
- Company Overview: Developmental Center
- Managed all aspects of the childcare center and therapeutic interventions for substance involved families with children from birth - 5 years old
- Developmental Center
Education
Graduate Certificate - Infant Toddler Specialist Program, Pre-Kindergarten Handicap Endorsement
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 05-2008
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Social Science Interdisciplinary
University of South Florida
01.1989
Associate of Art Degree - Child Development
Saint Petersburg Junior College
01.1986
Skills
- Child Development Expertise
- Family Engagement
- Skilled Communicator
- Effective Relationship Builder
- Child advocate
- Collaborative Team Member
Awards
- Cooperman-Bogue Kids First Award, 01/01/14
- Support Employee of the Year, 01/01/10
Timeline
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist
Teaching U. LLC
03.2019 - 03.2025
Alternative Placement Program
Pinellas County School System
08.2017 - 09.2020
Child Enrichment Specialist
UMCM
08.2012 - 05.2018
Contract Trainer
Early Learning Coalition
01.2010 - 01.2013
Infant Toddler Specialist
Florida First Start
07.2003 - 05.2017
Site Coordinator
Educare
01.1998 - 06.2002
Family Specialist
Directions for Mental Health, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1998
Children Services Administrator
Operation Par, Inc.
01.1989 - 09.1995
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Social Science Interdisciplinary
University of South Florida
Associate of Art Degree - Child Development
Saint Petersburg Junior College
Graduate Certificate - Infant Toddler Specialist Program, Pre-Kindergarten Handicap Endorsement
University of Central Florida