Nicole Weaver
Reading,PA
Summary
Agricultural education professional bringing wealth of knowledge in both teaching and practical applications. Known for integrating real-world agricultural practices into classroom instruction. Reliable team player who adapts to changing educational needs and focuses on achieving measurable student success. Proficient in curriculum design and student mentorship.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agriculture Science Teacher
Twin Valley School District
08.2004 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that integrate agricultural science concepts with hands-on activities for 7 different courses.
- Assisted in organizing field trips to local farms and agricultural events at least 5 times per school year.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment for students.
- Engaged students through interactive discussions about sustainable farming practices.
- Utilized technology to enhance classroom instruction and student engagement.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments and projects.
- Researched current trends in agriculture to incorporate relevant topics into curriculum.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Advised student clubs and organizations related to agriculture sciences, providing mentorship and guidance for future career paths.
- Developed strong connections with local agribusinesses, providing students access to industry professionals for guest lectures and internship opportunities.
- Led field trips and extracurricular activities related to agriculture science, exposing students to practical experiences in the field.
- Assisted administration with curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards for agricultural education programs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on emerging trends and best practices in agricultural education.
- Contributed to grant-writing efforts that secured funding for updated technology resources within the Agriculture Science program, enhancing student engagement with cutting-edge tools in the field.
Program Manager
Global Teach Ag Network (GTAN) Penn State
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement program strategies aligning with organizational goals.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring deliverables met quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members yearly.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Developed and facilitated a collaborative presentation "Art Smash" at 2 Kick-off week events.
Education
Masters of Education - Agriculture And Extension Education
Penn State University
State College, PA12-2015
Skills
- Communication and presentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Online learning platforms
- Lectures and presentations
Accomplishments
2022 - Twin Valley Community Education Foundation "Community Educator of the Year" Recipient
Developed workshop ("Art-iculture: Bringing Agriculture and the Arts Together) and presented at the 2023 NAAE Conference, 2024 ATAT Conference, 2025 NYAAE Teachers Conference, 2025 NJAAE Teachers Conference
Affiliations
- NAAE, PAAE, EdTA, Pennsylvania Thespians
Certification
Agriculture and Extension Education K-12
Environmental Education K-12
Communications
Timeline
Program Manager
Global Teach Ag Network (GTAN) Penn State
01.2022 - 12.2024
Agriculture Science Teacher
Twin Valley School District
08.2004 - Current
Masters of Education - Agriculture And Extension Education
Penn State University
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