Nikki Huckabay is a veteran educator and Teaching Instructor in Early Childhood Education at Oklahoma State University. After 16 years in the kindergarten classroom, she now prepares future teachers to create joyful, intentional, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children.

Her areas of expertise include play-based learning, early math and science instruction, creative expression, child-centered classroom design, and family engagement. Nikki is passionate about leading professional development sessions that equip early childhood educators with practical tools, creative ideas, and research-informed strategies that can be implemented right away.