Degrees:
Doctorate in Reading Science from Mount St. Joseph University; Master of Education in Literacy Curriculum and Instruction from Ashland University; Literacy endorsement from Marietta College; Gifted endorsement from the University of Cincinnati.
Biography:
Dr. Amanda Nickerson is an adjunct instructor in the School of Education, bringing a passion for literacy education and a wealth of expertise to her role. She earned a doctorate in Reading Science from Mount St. Joseph University and a Master of Education in Literacy Curriculum and Instruction from Ashland University. Additionally, she earned a literacy endorsement from Marietta College and a gifted endorsement from the University of Cincinnati.
As the Ohio K-12 Literacy Technical Assistance Specialist for the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and State Support Team 9, Dr. Nickerson plays a pivotal role in advancing statewide literacy initiatives. She develops aligned supports for implementation sites, provides technical assistance to schools and districts, and collaborates with state literacy specialists to design and deliver myriad professional learning opportunities. With extensive experience as a literacy consultant, classroom teacher, Title I specialist, gifted intervention specialist, peer coach, and adjunct instructor, Dr. Nickerson brings a well-rounded perspective to her work. Her research, which focuses on the intersection of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), the science of reading, and gifted education, reflects her passion for fostering equitable and evidence-based literacy practices.