Dr. Nigel L. Walker was born February 13, 1980, to David and Jacqueline T. Walker. He was born and raised in Eufaula, AL, along with seven brothers and sisters. Jacqueline raised all eight children as a single mother in the public housing projects throughout his childhood.

He began writing at an early age, and published his first poetry book, The Secret Diaries of Jean Batiste in 2004. His follow-up, Rose Petals for Josephine: The Secret Diaries Volume II was released in 2007. He also published a narrative nonfiction work entitled The Underground Philosophy of Education: Teaching is Not for Dummies in 2011. His latest motivational book, STRIVE for Greatness: Motivation in your own image, is available online at Amazon.com.

Dr. Nigel L. Walker has developed a resume for public speaking through his community service and a desire to encourage others. His speaking is commonly centered on the power of education, using his inspiring story of going  from humble beginnings to becoming a highly respected professional to encourage crowds of all ages; travelling from among elementary schools to colleges. He has also spoken on topics of poetry and writing, innovations in education, and community service. Dr. Walker currently serves as a district Human Resources coordinator. He resides in LaGrange, GA with his wife Irene, daughters Emily and Claudia, and twin daughters Leah and Lydia.

Educational Training 
Learning Focused Instruction
Quantum Learning
Differentiated Instruction
Writing to Win
GAPSS (Georgia Assessment of Performance on School Standards) Training
The Ron Clark Experience Training
Adding Rigor to Instructional Planning
Pyramid of Interventions
Positive Behavior Intervention System
Examview Assessment Training
GaDOE Math Summer Academy
GaDOE Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES)

Degrees / Certifications
Georgia certified educator in Mathematics and Science
Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction
Doctorate of Education in Curriculum and Leadership

Awards / Affiliations
2010 – 2011 Teacher of the Year Candidate
2012 Professional of the Year for Covington’s Who’s Who Professional Registry
Great Black Speakers Bureau
Professional Association of Georgia Educators
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Patents and Publications
2021, STRIVE for Greatness: Motivation in your own image
May 2013, Featured in 7 Black Education Speakers Making a Difference, Great Black Speakers Bureau
2011, The Underground Philosophy of Education: Teaching is NOT for Dummies by J. Speeks, non-fiction
2009, Mr. Walker’s Math Rhymes, educational
2007, Rose Petals for Josephine: The Secret Diaries Part II, poetry
2004, The Secret Diaries of Jean Batiste, poetry

Public Speaking/Performances
May 2022 – Clark-Atlanta Educational Talent Search (ETS) Senior Banquet Keynote, LaGrange, GA
February 2022 – Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Callaway High School, Hogansville, GA
April 2021 – GMAS Test Pep Rally, Callaway Elementary School, LaGrange, GA
February 2018-2022 – Black History Program, Callaway High School, Hogansville, GA
October 2017-2018 – HOPE for a Day, Breast Cancer Walk, LaGrange, GA
February 2017 – Black History Program, City of West Point, West Point, GA
January 2016 – Unbreakable The Concert, Valley, AL
February 2011-2015 – Black History Program, Long Cane Middle School, LaGrange, GA
September 2014 – GaDOE Math Summer Academy Coweta County Re-Delivery Newnan, GA
February 2014 – Cultural Enrichment Event, LaGrange College Career Development Center, LaGrange, GA
March 2012, 2013, 2014 – Arts and Cultural Awareness Festival – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, LaGrange Alumnae Chapter, LaGrange, GA
July 2013 – Grantville Parks and Recreation Summer Youth Camp Closing Ceremony, Grantville, GA
June 2013 – Men of Valor Program, Glory-to-Glory Outreach Ministries, Inc., LaGrange, GA
June 2013 – Youth Day, John Wesley United Methodist Church, Grantville, GA
May 2013 – Arts and Cultural Awareness Festival – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, LaGrange Alumnae Chapter, LaGrange, GA
March 2013 – Host of Smokey Road M. S. Talent Show, Newnan, GA
February 2013 – Black History Program, West Point, GA
April 2012 – LaGrange College Earth Week Film Festival, LaGrange, GA
February 2012 – Career Day, Carrollton Jr. High, Carrollton, GA
January 2012 – Winter Solstice, Georgia Perimeter College, Clarkston, GA
January 2012 – Troup County NAACP’s Annual Birthday Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., LaGrange, GA
July 2011 – Summer Solstice, Georgia Perimeter College, Clarkston, GA
June 2011 – LaGrange Memorial Library, LaGrange, GA
March 2011 – Host of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Step Show, LaGrange, GA
July 2010 – Elijah Kelley Foundation Back to School Bash, LaGrange, GA
June 2010 – Successful Youth Summit, West Point, GA

Volunteer Work
July 2009-2020, Creative Arts Ministries, New Community Church, LaGrange, GA
January 2008-2020 – MLK Parade, Theta Xi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., LaGrange, GA
November 2021-February 2022 – Behind the Mask Fundraiser, Twin Cedars Youth Services, LaGrange, GA
March 2013 – May 2013, Assistant Soccer Coach, Troup County Parks and Recreation, LaGrange, GA
November 2004-2012 – Thanksgiving Dinner, Glory-to-Glory Outreach Ministries, Inc., LaGrange,GA
July 2012 – Mess Fest, LaGrange Art Museum, LaGrange, GA
July 2012 – DASH LaGrange / LaGrange Art Museum Art Camp, LaGrange, GA
January 2012 – Food Pantry, Feeding the Valley, Inc. & Glory-to-Glory Outreach Ministries, Inc., LaGrange, GA.
October 2011 – May 2012, faculty sponsor, H.Y.P.E. men group, Long Cane Middle School, LaGrange, GA
August 2011 – Benjamin Harvey Homes Back to School Bash, LaGrange, GA
January 2005, Real Men Read – Unity E. S., Luthersville, GA.
December 2004 & 2005 – Eggleston Hospital, Atlanta, GA
June 2003, Vocational Bible School , Eufaula, AL
January 2003, Honduras Outreach, LaGrange College
September 2002 – December 2002, Unity E. S., LaGrange, GA.
September 2001 – May 2002, Burwell Psycho-Educational Program
September 2001 – May 2002, Boys and Girls Club of LaGrange, GA