Nicole McIntyre

2054 Anderson Dr SE * Grand Rapids, MI, 49506 * United States

(616) 450-6526 * nicolepmcintyre@gmail.com

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Education
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI May 2013 Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education with Honors Major in Language Arts and Minor in Mathematics University of Virginia Semester at Sea June- August 2010 Locations of study: Barcelona, Spain Civitavecchia, Venice, Florence, Verona, Rome, & Pompeii, Italy Dubrovnik, Croatia Athens, Greece, Istanbul, Turkey Alexandria & Cairo, Egypt Casa Blanca & Marrakesh, Morocco Field Experiences: Service Visit to Dubrovnik City Orphanage and Childrens Hospital Michigan Provisional Elementary Certificate Subject Areas: Language Arts and Mathematics

Field Experience
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Scarlett Middle School Student Teaching Ann Arbor, MI 7th & 8th Grade English Language Arts September 2012 Present Full-time classroom involvement with increasing opportunities and responsibilities teaching in a culturally diverse classroom environment Adapted curriculum to meet the needs of students, including English Language Learners, identified gifted and at risk students Established a safe and productive classroom culture based on the principles of Developmental Designs Initiated communication with families in order to enhance my teaching and adapt my lessons to better suit my students as individuals Designed and facilitated the 8th Grade Science Fiction Unit Integrated a variety of technology tools into lesson plans to create rich and differentiated learning experiences Attended all staff meetings, parent teacher conferences, and professional development opportunities 6th Grade Mathematics October-December 2012 Designed and implemented several discussion centered lessons in order to increase to engagement and enhance students comprehension Utilized formative assessments to guide subsequent lessons Bach Elementary School Teaching Intern Ann Arbor, MI 3rd Grade January April 2012 Designed and implemented a visual inquiry lesson within a larger Social Studies unit Planned and led guided reading groups as per Fountas and Pinnell Assisted in managing the classroom as well as facilitating classroom lessons utilizing principles defined by Responsive Classroom and PBIS Facilitated small group activities designed to extend students understanding of mathematical concepts outlined by Everyday Mathematics curriculum Bach Elementary School Teaching Intern Ann Arbor, MI 2nd Grade September December 2011 Generated and led interactive read-alouds geared toward connecting students experiences to the reading Developed time-management, lesson planning, and transitional curriculum Administered running record assessments to gauge reading development as per Fountas and Pinnell Mitchell Elementary School Teaching Intern Ann Arbor, MI Kindergarten September December 2011 Assisted in managing the classroom as well as facilitating classroom lessons Administered running record assessments to gauge reading development as per Fountas and Pinnell Generated and led interactive read-alouds geared toward connecting students experiences to the reading

Work Experience
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Camp Newaygo Newaygo, MI Leaders in Training Director June-August 2012 Mentored a diverse group of young women ages 16-17 Designed and implemented a three week training program intended to improve participating LITs interpersonal skills, leadership skills, self-confidence, outdoor living skills, and understanding of various age groups University of Michigan Recreational Sports Ann Arbor, MI Lifeguard Maintained order and safety within the pool area Communicated with patrons of diverse backgrounds September 2012 Present

Leadership Experience
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Latino Family Services Detroit, MI Student Volunteer September-December 2009 Formed mentor-like relationships with children of a variety of social identities Gained tutoring experience assisting children ages 5-17 with homework, projects, and assignments Developed conflict resolution techniques during recreational interactions with the children

Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI Family and Hospital Relations Committee Coordinator 2009-2010 Gained public relations skills serving as a liaison between the organization and the families supported by the organization Improved conflict resolution and teamwork skills through event planning and execution

Community Outreach School Involvement Committee Coordinator 2011-2013 Developed public relations skills serving as a liaison between the organization and Michigan High Schools and Middle Schools Exercised interpersonal skills during interactive brainstorming sessions

Languages Spoken
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ English Native Speaker Spanish Intermediate Skills