ELD Paraprofessional

at Holmes Steam Elementary

Charlotte Nixon I've been an educator for over three decades. My career has taken me on an incredible journey, from teaching in Yemen to working with Multilingual Learners right here in Ypsilanti. Living in Sana’a with my family, I wasn’t just a teacher; I was a student of the language and culture, too. Helping my own children learn Arabic gave me a firsthand understanding of what it feels like to navigate a new language, which has given me a deep sense of empathy for my students and their families.

In Ypsilanti Community Schools, I'm now fortunate to serve as the district’s Arabic Liaison, a role I'm incredibly proud of. While my personal experience allows me to connect with Arabic-speaking families on a unique level, my commitment is to all families in our community. I believe that strong family-school partnerships are essential, and I work to ensure every parent feels supported and knows what's happening at school so they can be their child's biggest advocate.

**One fun fact about me is that I used to sing opera music.

Ms. Charlotte Nixon

Multilingual Learner Paraprofessional & Arabic Liaison

Languages: English, Arabic, Spanish

cnixon2@ycschools.us

734-221-1794