Vanessa Terry Nichols
About Vanessa Terry Nichols
Vanessa Terry Nichols is an experienced online teacher and educator with a focus on collaborative learning and the integration of community resources. She has worked in various teaching roles since 2013 and holds advanced degrees in Elementary Education from The Ohio State University and Central State University.
Work at Nerdy
Vanessa Terry Nichols has been employed at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, since 2021. In her role as an Online Teacher, she has contributed to the educational development of students through personalized online tutoring. Additionally, she serves as an Educational Tutor at Varsity Tutors, focusing on enhancing student learning experiences in an online environment.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Terry Nichols holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Elementary Education and Teaching from The Ohio State University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Elementary Education and Teaching from Central State University, attending from 1974 to 1977. In 2015, she completed a Security IT Associate program at New Horizons Computer Learning Center in Austin, TX.
Background
Vanessa Terry Nichols has extensive experience in the field of education, spanning several roles and institutions. She has worked as a Substitute Teacher at Akron Public Schools since 2021 and at RENHILL GROUP INC. since 2014. Her previous experience includes a 21-year tenure as a Teacher at Shaker Heights City School District and various substitute teaching roles at Hays Consolidated Independent School District and other institutions.
Teaching Philosophy and Approach
Vanessa emphasizes the importance of creating a collaborative learning culture within educational environments. She promotes the development of 21st-century skills as essential for academic success. Additionally, she advocates for integrating community resources and local leaders into educational programs to enhance learning experiences and supports the use of data-driven practices in educational leadership.
Professional Development and Leadership
Vanessa Terry Nichols is dedicated to fostering teacher leaders who are prepared for international collaboration and competition. Her work as a Staff Developer and Independent Contractor at Learning Sciences International in 2017 reflects her commitment to professional development in education. She focuses on evidence-based practices to improve teacher learning and educational outcomes.