founders

I am a 25 year veteran teacher who has taught in California, Virginia and Florida.  I have a MA degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I earned my National Board Certification in 2004 as an Early Childhood Generalist. I spent most of my career in public schools, and have personally driven myself to become knowledgeable about all things READING.  I consider literacy to be one of the greatest gifts we can give our children.

  Hello! My name is Nichole Walker. I have been a teacher in Jacksonville for 5 years. I have a bachelor’s degree in Exceptional Student Education from University of North Florida. My teaching experience ranges from ESE to the General education classroom. In my free time, I love being with my family. We enjoy volunteering at Camp I Am Special, which is where my passion for teaching and working with struggling learners began. 

  I am a graduate of Flagler College with a degree in Elementary and Exceptional Student Education. I currently work with students with varying exceptionalities in grades 3-6. For the past 9 years I have also worked for the Florida Elks Youth Camp, spending summers and weekends facilitating children ages 9-18 on an outdoor challenge course. I have a passion for helping students and continuing to grow in my career. In my spare time I enjoy anything outside and adventurous. You can find me outside on a run or by the pool reading a book.