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 Gifted
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA 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