NICOLE L.

KEMPSON

Well-qualified professional that is skilled at teaching, training, presenting and advocating learning initiatives.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
Master of Science in Instructional Technology (P-12) Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA
Bachelor of Science in Middle Grade Education (4-8) Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA
Associates of Science in Secondary Education Atlanta Metropolitan College, Atlanta, GA
Teacher Certifications Middle Grade Education 4-8
Middle Grade Science 4-8
Middle Grade Social Studies 4-8
ENDORSEMENTS
Online Teaching Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA
Gifted Cobb County School District
PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY 2018 – Present
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
• Develop and design technology professional learning programs using best practices.
• Create and support effective digital learning environments to maximize student learning.
• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to use assessments to guide instructional practices
and evaluate digital tools and resources that enhance teaching and learning.

COBB COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2011 – 2018

LEADERSHIP/COORDINATOR
• Science Department Chair
• School Leadership Team (SLT) Member, Team Lead
• Collaborate with teachers to use assessments to guide instructional practices
• Mentor to new teachers in science department
• Organize science field trips
• Train teachers on software products
• Establish grading policy for science department
• Schedule professional developments for content area
• Facilitate department PLC meetings and team PLC meetings

TEACHER
• Instructor for science, grade 6, including co-taught courses
• Develop cooperative learning activities
• Provide tutoring for students needing extra help
• Plan units & lessons based on the GPS/Cobb curriculum by using “backwards design”
• Formulate formal and informal common assessments
• Analyze science data to make informed instructional decisions

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Webmaster for local school
• Dance Team Sponsor/Coach
• Talent Show Sponsor

COMMITTEES/ACHIEVEMENTS
• 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year for Cobb County School District
• 2017-2018 Cobb County Teacher Leadership Academy alumna
• 2017-2018 Positive Behavior Intervention Support Committee
• 2014 – 2018 LSGA school Leadership Team
• 2016 Teacher of the month
• 2014 – 2018 Multicultural Committee Member
• 2014 – 2018 Hispanic Heritage Committee Member

References will be furnished upon request