Kris L. Nielsen
Online Resume
Friday, July 15, 2011
Results-driven Education Specialist with a passion for engaging and coaching educators with high quality leadership, meaningful professional development, and strong mentor support to help them reach their goals and realize their best potential.
KEY STRENGTHS | ▪ Proven curriculum and instruction design strategies that result in student motivation, engagement, and achievement ▪ Strong leadership skills with continuous improvement background ▪ Advanced use of instructional technology in the classroom and professional staff development ▪ Expert in assessment techniques, strategies, and evaluation ▪ Demonstrated research skills in classroom and community projects |
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
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August 2011 - present
August 2009 - June 2011 |
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Middle Grades Science and Math/Tech Integration Specialist Salem-Keizer Public Schools Salem, Oregon
Middle School Math Teacher & Program Coordinator
▪ Pioneered the integration of new assessment, presentation, and teaching technologies into the math curriculum in order to increase student engagement
▪ Created Continuous Classroom Improvement (CCI) program to boost student motivation and achievement using individual reflection and immediate feedback
▪ Awarded $4500 grant to fund assessment technology and CCI research
▪ Led staff trainings in the optimal use of classroom assessment technology and the CCI program
▪ Empowered students with rigorous and relevant lesson plans, and the expectation of taking control of their own improvement and achievement
▪ Designed inquiry-based and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
▪ Collaborated with PLC team to reach goals throughout the year
▪ Parent and staff recommendations are available on request
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January 2006 - May 2009
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Albuquerque Public Schools Albuquerque, New Mexico
Middle School Teacher Leader
▪ Led successful grade-level team of teachers in raising state test scores in all content areas
▪ Coordinated academic interventions alongside colleagues for struggling students
▪ Facilitated very high student achievement on state tests in science
▪ Secured funding for school weather station through $2600 APS/Qwest Grant
▪ Partnered with area scientists and other professionals to develop in-class site demonstrations and real-life science lessons
▪ Launched peer helper program with counselors to prevent and address bullying and to address other student needs
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ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
M.A. Science Education, Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT, 2010
B.A. Elementary Education, New Mexico Highlands University, Rio Rancho, NM, 2006
▪ Oregon State Initial II Teacher Certification (K-8), 2011
▪ Highly-qualified Mathematics (K-8), 2007
▪ Middle-level Science Endorsement, 2009
Outstanding Student Teacher Award, NMHU, 2006
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