A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love for learning.
~Brad Henry
Kathryn “Katie”Nightingale
Objective:
My objective is to acquire a standard teaching contract at a school in WCSD that works collaboratively with staff, loves what they do, and puts students first.
Education:
Objective:
My objective is to acquire a standard teaching contract at a school in WCSD that works collaboratively with staff, loves what they do, and puts students first.
Education:
- SIERRA NEVADA COLLEGE- Master’s in Elementary Education. December 2019, I will receive my Teaching License and in the Summer 2020, I plan to graduate with my Masters in Education. At this time, I have a 4.0.
- I am currently working on my credentials for the 21st Century Practitioners Badge.
- UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO- (2013) Bachelor’s Degree in General Education with an emphasis on English, History, and Communications. MINOR in Substance Abuse Counseling. GPA 3.40.
- SPARKS HIGH SCHOOL- Graduated in 1996 with a GPA of 3.40.
- 2016-Present- Substitute Teacher for WASHOE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. My job responsibilities were to ensure the safety of the classroom, maintain classroom management, and deliver lessons provided by classroom teacher. Over the years, I developed amazing working relationships with teachers where I was requested by teachers and administrations for substitute positions.
- 2010- 2016- Stay at home mom. I have had the distinct honor to be able to stay at home and raise my three sons. During this time, I found my love teaching and I had the opportunity to teach my children to appreciate and find their love for learning.
- 2001-2010- RENOWN HEALTH. Marketing Representative for Renown Imaging. My responsibilities included but not limited to educating physicians on new technology and algorithms for referring for imaging studies. I educated patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles and importance of screenings. Solving patient complaints, write protocols, assist in policy changes, and employee recognition.
- 2016-Present- Created a Support Group for parents with children with special needs.
- Volunteer at Sparks Christian Fellowship as Video Director and Producer two Sundays of the month.