Veronica Kimmons-Nolens
Memphis,TN
Summary
Committed mathematics educator bringing demonstrated skills in teaching and student support. Boosts learning and engagement with diversified plans encompassing lectures, classroom practice, and homework assignments. Incorporates technology and creative approaches for optimal results. Skilled educator with solid background working with high school students to increase knowledge and academic performance. Interesting and engaging lecturer successful at facilitating thought-provoking discussions. Strong organizational, relationship-building and conflict mediation skills. Engaging professional monitoring academics and using various methods to help children learn.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD MATH TEACHER
Marshall County Schools-HW Byers High
07.2018 - Current
- Selected and approved instructional materials, supplies, and equipment to meet needs of students taking math courses
- Employed successful teaching practices to achieve instructional goals for diverse math courses
- Demonstrated mathematical concepts in relatable ways and with numerous real-world examples.
ALGEBRA 1 / BIOLOGY
Benton County School District-Ashland High/Middle
07.2013 - 01.2018
- Customized teaching approaches based on understanding and abilities of different student groups
- Developed, executed, and reiterated classes to reflect school's curriculum and teaching methods
- Assisted with development of progress monitoring and improvement planning strategies to enhance student performance against course goals and university benchmarks.
ALGEBRA 2 / BIOLOGY 1, MATH DEPARTMENT CHAIR
Fayette County School
07.2007 - 07.2013
- Coached and mentored team members to facilitate career development, satisfaction, and increased organizational impact
- Moderated engaging classroom discussions to lead the students into deeper explorations of topics raised during lectures and in the textbook
- Helped struggling students understand the field and better grasp core topics vital to continued studies.
Algebra II/Biology II Teacher
Holly Springs School District-Holly SpringsHigh
07.2007 - 07.2008
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Educational Doctorate - Secondary Education-Math
University of Mississippi
University, MS05.2025
EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST-Educational Leadership -
Albany State University
Atlanta, GA05.2022
MASTER OF ARTS - Curriculum And Instruction-Secondary Education-Bio
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.2009
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Teaching Secondary Education-Biology
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MSSkills
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating and Encouraging
- Student Performance Evaluations
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Personalized Instruction
Accomplishments
● H.W. Byers High-Teacher of the Quarter ● NYLF Explore STEM (2015, 2019, and 2021) ● Implementing Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards-Math ● Numbers Training-Algebraic Thinking ● Effective Teacher Institute ● CCSS Mathematics Boot Camp for Teachers 6-12 ● Questar Blueprint Committee Algebra I ● Elevate Teachers 2018 ● Writing Seminars for Algebra I and Biology ● Digging Deeper into Biology Curriculum Standards ● STEAM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Training
Timeline
LEAD MATH TEACHER
Marshall County Schools-HW Byers High
07.2018 - Current
ALGEBRA 1 / BIOLOGY
Benton County School District-Ashland High/Middle
07.2013 - 01.2018
Algebra II/Biology II Teacher
Holly Springs School District-Holly SpringsHigh
07.2007 - 07.2008
ALGEBRA 2 / BIOLOGY 1, MATH DEPARTMENT CHAIR
Fayette County School
07.2007 - 07.2013
Educational Doctorate - Secondary Education-Math
University of Mississippi
EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST-Educational Leadership -
Albany State University
MASTER OF ARTS - Curriculum And Instruction-Secondary Education-Bio
University of Mississippi
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Teaching Secondary Education-Biology
University of Mississippi
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