Nicole Albrecht

Nicole Albrecht

History Teacher

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Enterprise Sales Specialist @ Vector Solutions | Professional development solutions for K-12 education

  • Education

    • Western Michigan University

      2004 - 2008
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Secondary Education and Teaching: English and History 6-12
    • Concordia University-Portland

      2013 - 2014
      Master's degree in Education Curriculum and Instruction 6-12
  • Experience

    • Chowan County Schools

      Feb 2008 - Jul 2010
      History Teacher

      • Developed and reformed a 9th grade curriculum for World History and World History Honors courses.• Utilized technological resources to promote independent learning and responsibility, such as Promethean Board, PowerPoint, and social media networks. • Constructed and organized lesson that incorporated other curriculum areas such as mathematics and science. • Focused on using higher order thinking strategies using graphic organizers and hands- on creative projects.

    • Leona Group Schools

      Jul 2010 - Aug 2014

      • Designed a curriculum structured around the Common Core State Standards for English 9 & English 10 Literature classes • Challenged students to use higher-order thinking and methods of evaluation through the use of thinking maps, independent practices and multigenre projects. • Modified and accommodated assignments for students with different learning abilities by working collaboratively with the Special Education teachers, Social Workers and assistive technology.• Collaborated with teachers in other content areas to create cross curricular assignments and lessons.• Designed lessons which are targeted for multiple intelligence and learning styles for students of an all-inclusive classroom• Prepared students for PLAN/EXPLORE testing as well as the MME/ACT Show less • Designed a curriculum for 10th grade World History/Geography & 12th grade British Literature courses • Utilized technological resources, which enhanced students’ natural curiosity into an interest of learning, such as Smartboard activities, PowerPoint presentations, Edmodo, internet exploration and social media networks. • Modified and accommodated assignments for students with different learning abilities by using extended time, read-aloud and hands-on activities and adapted note taking lessons. • Prepared students for post-secondary education through frequent independent assignments structured similar to college level courses Show less

      • English Teacher

        Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
      • English and History Teacher

        Jul 2010 - Aug 2013
    • ITT Technical Institute

      Jul 2014 - Aug 2016
      Instructor & Curriculum Leader

      Developed a curriculum that combined both the high school and college Composition courses for high school students to pursue a high school diploma as well as a technology-orientated postsecondary degree.• Merged successfully the Common Core State Standards for English 11/12 with the approved standards for ITT Technical Institute.• Created engaging lessons targeting 21st Century learning skills through webquests, storyboards, graphic novels and social media.• Motivated students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process including class discussions, demonstrations, outside assignments, research and enrichment activities.• Provided rigorous and innovative assignments that focused on problem-solving skills, independent learning and critical thinking.• Prepared students for the MME/ACT/SAT testing and the M-STEP. Show less

    • Cengage Group

      Dec 2016 - Apr 2024
      Content Strategist for Domestic Learning/eBooks K12 Market

      Curated eBook collections that highlighted specific content organized by topic, theme, or core subject areas to generate new revenue for the K12 school market. Reviewed and analyzed a variety of complex data and information to evaluate existing and emerging digital content. Maintained current knowledge of new trends and innovative instructional methods in the educational market.> Created, built, and drove a program to align content to our customer curriculum and needs. The program supported $7.8M in sales and had a CAGR of 71% over the last 3 full years. The program is on track to more than double over last years sales of $2.2M> Managed over 40,000 eBooks and over 100 curated collections including the curation of Cameron’s and Cameron’s Camp Collections which has accumulated over $1 million in sales since it launched.> Increased professional development eBook sales this past year by 14.8% >Oversaw all aspects of the eBook and alignment curation process from end to end, ensuring educational resources were accurately integrated and customer needs were met.>Redefined the eBook specialist profile and implemented new eBook sales strategies, marketing materials and training sessions which led to increased revenue and provided educational consultants with the resources needed to drive sales.>Significantly increased sales of 3rd party content by working with partners to secure expanded rights and flexibility under existing eBook agreements. Show less

    • Vector Solutions

      May 2024 - now
      Enterprise Sales Specialist - K-12 Education
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Provisional Teaching Certification

      State of Michigan
      Jan 2008