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Nichole Bruce-Balasch

@nicholebruce-balasch

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Educational technology leader blending IT administration and classroom instruction.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can lead educational technology and IT operations, provide training, improve systems, and support students, staff, and administrators in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

I am an educational technology leader and IT administrator with a strong background in classroom instruction, systems deployment, and staff training. I bring over a decade of experience building and maintaining school IT infrastructure and integrating technology into curriculum delivery.

At Solid Rock Christian Academy I designed and implemented school-wide LAN, Wi‑Fi, and cloud tools like Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams, led testing proctoring and reporting processes, and managed IT asset inventories and budgets. I produce multimedia content and train staff and students in digital literacy and internet safety.

As an IT Systems Administrator I support distributed teams with diagnostics, software updates, remote support, and basic cybersecurity practices while documenting workflows and creating training guides. I also coordinate logistics using route planning and GPS tools to optimize operations.

I am detail-oriented, service-driven, and experienced in mentoring teams and managing multidisciplinary projects. I seek roles where I can apply technical skills, instructional leadership, and strong communication to foster innovation and academic excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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IT Systems Administrator

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Flash Trash

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Administer and maintain IT infrastructure, perform diagnostics and remote support for a distributed team across multiple states, and develop documentation and training to optimize digital workflows and fleet logistics.

IT Support Windows MacOS Printers Remote Support Zoom Slack Documentation Cybersecurity Route Planning

IT Director & Teacher

Solid Rock Christian Academy

Jan 2016 - Jan 2024 (8 years)

Designed and implemented school-wide IT systems and cloud tools, proctored K–12 state assessments with IEP/504 accommodations, and delivered curriculum-aligned instruction in history, drama, and computer science.

Google Classroom Microsoft Teams Educational Technology IT Asset Management Budgeting

Store Manager

The UPS Store

Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years)

Led daily store operations including cash handling, sales reporting, staff training on POS/CRM systems, and provided professional services such as notary and secure document handling.

retail management POS CRM Cash Handling Training Notary Services Shipping & Logistics Sales Reporting Customer Service

Church Secretary & Web Designer

Crystal River United Methodist Church

Jan 2011 - Jan 2014 (3 years)

Built and maintained the church website using HTML/CSS and CMS tools, produced weekly bulletins and digital signage, and managed correspondence, calendars, and donation records.

Web Design HTML CSS CMS PowerPoint Canva Office Administration Volunteer coordination

Youth Director

Christ Way; New Beginnings

Jan 2003 - Jan 2009 (6 years)

Organized and led weekly youth programs, coordinated camps and large events with budgeting and volunteer management, and delivered mentoring to foster leadership and community service.

Program Coordination Volunteer Management Event Planning Budgeting Mentoring Public Speaking Leadership Development Community Outreach