Nancy Reynolds
Secondary Social Studies/Humanities Educator
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About
I am a student-centered Social Studies Educator with 6+ years of experience teaching at the high school level. I am passionate about promoting challenging and inclusive learning environments, and am committed to nurturing historical research skills and critical thinking within a diverse student body.
Experience
Secondary Social Studies/Humanities Teacher - Kamiah Joint School District #304 - Kamiah, ID
(2022-07 - 2024-09)
- Created curriculum and implemented lesson plans in the fields of American Government/Civics, Economics/Personal Finance, World History, Geography, History of American Music, Digital Photography, and Film Studies for grades 9-12.
- Prepared creative and varied classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of class materials.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update them on student progress, class schedules, and important test and assignment dates.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in all segments of teaching.
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher - Mountain View School District - Grangeville, ID
(2018-07 - 2022-08)
- Developed curriculum and created lesson plans focusing on American Government and Early American History, emphasizing important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society and American government and policy.
- Guided students through exploration and analysis of primary sources and implemented a hands-on approach to history education.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated a collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Directed group activities to promote immersive, project-based learning.
Education
Master of Arts - History - Eastern Washington University (2026-06)
Bachelor of Arts - History - National University (2017-04)
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts - Sierra College (2006-05)
Associate of Arts - Photography - Sierra College (2006-05)