Willie Nicholson
Reidsville,NC
Summary
Science education professional equipped with strong foundation in pedagogical techniques and curriculum design. Adept at creating interactive and engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and focus on achieving educational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th - 8th Grade Science Teacher
www.k12.com
Reidsville, North Carolina
08.2024 - Current
- Teach Science to 6th - 8th grade students, emphasizing the delivery of North Carolina Common Core Science Standards.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement levels.
- Virtual
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, helping them identify areas for improvement.
- Improved student engagement through interactive and hands-on experiments that brought science concepts to life.
- Differentiated instruction to cater to diverse learning needs, allowing all students to grasp complex concepts.
7th - 8th Grade Science Teacher/CTE/Mentor
Eastern Guilford Middle
Gibsonville, NC
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Teach Science to 7th & 8th grade students, emphasizing the delivery of North Carolina Common Core Science Standards.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement levels.
- Ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently.
- Ensure that all experiments are trialed beforehand and risk assessment is used with all experimental work.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Reidsville Middle
Reidsville, NC
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Teach Science to 7th & 8th grade students, emphasizing the delivery of North Carolina Common Core Science Standards.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement levels.
- Ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently.
- Ensure that all experiments are trialed beforehand and risk assessment is used with all experimental work.
Maker Space Instructor
Duke School
Durham, NC
08.2014 - 08.2021
- Provide Training and support for the Maker Space users in activities which include, but are not limited to, Wood working, Metal working, Laser cutting, 3D printing, Vinyl cutting, etc.
- Maintaining the safety of the lab/shop environment and of the students.
- Assist in maintaining all equipment used for self-service including rapid prototype machines, Laser cutters, Milling machines, Lathe machines, Drill presses, Grinders, Sanders, vinyl cutters, paint booths, etc…
- Assist in managing supplies and material stock for users.
7th Grade Science and Project Teacher
Duke School
Durham, NC
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Teach Science to 7th grade students, with a particular emphasis on the delivery of Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement level.
- Ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently.
- Ensured that all experiments are trialed beforehand and risk assessment used with all experimental work.
7th Grade Science Teacher
Guilford County Public Schools
Greensboro, NC
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Teach Science to 7th grade students, with a particular emphasis on the delivery of Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement level.
- Ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently.
- Ensured that all experiments were trialed beforehand and risk assessment was used with all experimental work.
- (Penn-Griffin School of the Arts)
21st Century Community Learning Center Coordinator
Danville Public Schools
Danville, VA
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Parent and Community Involvement Coordinator
- Attended school and community meetings to inform staff, parents and the community about district activities; contacted individuals and groups to disseminate information on district programs and activities; and responded to questions and requests from school sites, parents, organizations and community groups.
- Processed all required registration and admissions paperwork, as well as, admissions tests.
- Served as the 21st CCLC primary media contact and fostered relationships with media personnel to enhance the school’s image and visibility.
- Prepared and assisted in the preparation of periodic and annual reports related to public relations activities; maintained a current file on parent education and parent involvement material, community resource file and other records essential to an effective parent and community involvement program.
- (Westwood Middle)
Middle Grades Lead Science Teacher/AIG Teacher
Danville Public Schools
Danville, VA
08.2004 - 05.2012
- Trained/Updated the Science Dept on Environmental Health and Safety procedures
- Teach Science to 6th – 8th grade students, with a particular emphasis on the delivery of Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core.
- Differentiate learning experiences that address multiple learning modalities, multiple intelligences and multiple achievement level, with emphasis on the needs of gifted learners.
- Ensure that there is a high standard of display work in the laboratory, which is changed frequently.
- (Bonner Middle/Westwood Middle)
Education
Gifted Education Certification -
Averett University
Danville, VA08.2005
Middle School Science Certification -
Radford University
Radford, VA07.2005
BS - Animal Science/Biology
NC A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05.1999
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Critical thinking promotion
- Cross-curricular connections
- Multicultural sensitivity
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year (2022) Reidsville Middle Reidsville, NC
- Teacher of the Year (2011) Westwood Middle Danville, VA
- Teacher of the Year (2009) Bonner Middle Danville, VA
Certification
Middle School Science Certification
Gifted Education Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
6th - 8th Grade Science Teacher
www.k12.com
08.2024 - Current
7th - 8th Grade Science Teacher/CTE/Mentor
Eastern Guilford Middle
08.2022 - 08.2024
8th Grade Science Teacher
Reidsville Middle
08.2019 - 01.2022
Maker Space Instructor
Duke School
08.2014 - 08.2021
7th Grade Science and Project Teacher
Duke School
08.2014 - 07.2019
7th Grade Science Teacher
Guilford County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
21st Century Community Learning Center Coordinator
Danville Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2012
Middle Grades Lead Science Teacher/AIG Teacher
Danville Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2012
Gifted Education Certification -
Averett University
Middle School Science Certification -
Radford University
BS - Animal Science/Biology
NC A&T State University