Teachers have always been the heroes of society, working hard to care for and educate children around the world. This is true now more than ever. Schools are faced with tough decisions about whether learning should be in person, remotely, or a hybrid of the two, and teachers are asked to be prepared for every option. The teachers at Nelson Mandela have worked hard to ensure they can provide the best education for scholars for the 2020-2021 school year, and the new teachers are no exception.
Clarissa Redick is also from Omaha, NE. She received her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Metropolitan Community College in 2009 and her Bachelor’ Degree with an endorsement in Early Childhood from Concordia University in 2018. This is her 12th year in education. Previously, she worked as a kindergarten paraprofessional and taught second grade at Belvedere Elementary. She will be teaching first grade at Mandela.
Sadé Henley is from Omaha, NE. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a Focus on Journalism and Emphasis in Black Studies from UNO in 2008. She also received a Master’s in Education with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education and an emphasis in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in 2012. Henley previously worked as a paraeducator at Walnut Hill Elementary and taught kindergarten at Belvedere Elementary School. She will also be teaching first grade at Mandela.
Kia Montgomery is from Omaha, NE. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Inclusive Education (PreK-3rd grade) from Wayne State College and a master’s degree in Special Education from UNO. Throughout her teaching experience, she has both taught second grade and worked as a special educator. She will be teaching second grade at Nelson Mandela.
Alisa Moore, also from Omaha, NE, rejoins the Mandela team as a fourth grade teacher. Moore earned her a bachelor’s degree from UNO in 2014. During her time at the University, Alisa was and is currently a member of an assortment of organizations, including Delta Sigma Theta, NSSLHA, and NCNW. After receiving her degree Alisa also joined Urban League Young Professionals and continues community work on a regular basis.
Mandela is excited to welcome their new teachers and confident that they will help the scholars reach their fullest potential.