Nicholas Ryan Koberstein

PERMANENT ADDRESS 28 Louis Wides Dr. Murphysboro, IL 62966 Career Vision I aspire to be a highly effective mathematics teacher at the secondary level, where I will differentiate the resources I use with students, families, and colleagues in order to create an equitable learning environment; promote diversity; and maintain high expectations for all students. Education University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Bachelors of Science in Mathematics, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Secondary Education Minor, College of Education Certification Illinois Type 09 in Mathematics: Secondary (6-12) Standard Professional 1 (SP1) Professional Educator's License Field Experience Student Teaching: Champaign Central High School Champaign, IL Fully took over Accelerated Geometry, Algebra II, and Algebra II Relearn classrooms for 14 weeks and implemented several differentiated lessons, including hands-on and computer based activities. Piloted the College Preparatory Mathematics curriculum, promoting collaborative group work and discussion. Assisted with Math Team, Future Teachers Club, and Student Council. Early Field Placement Observed an array of instructional techniques; worked hands-on with a diverse population of students; and developed, discussed and implemented lessons. Field Placement (3): Oakwood High School Fithian, IL Integrated SMART board technology into geometry lessons while working in a rural school environment. Field Placement (2): Franklin Middle School Champaign, IL Observed team planning meetings and integrated teachings about the Holocaust into mathematics lessons in an urban school. Field Placement (1): Thomas Jefferson Middle School Decatur, IL Participated in the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) implementation and collaborated with a special education teacher. Related Teaching Experience University Facilitator: iMATHS Mathematics Club Champaign, IL Develop and carry out weekly activities at an after school mathematics club for middle school students designed to engage marginalized students in rigorous and challenging mathematics. Tutor: Urbana High School - Urbana, IL Worked with several students with IEPs in all academic subjects. Tutor: High School of Saint Thomas Moore - Champaign, IL Individually tutored a student in statistics. Tutor: Murphysboro High School - Murphysboro, IL Assisted three students in algebra, pre-calculus, and calculus. Tutor: Centennial High School - Champaign, IL Individually tutored a student in algebra. PAGE 1 of 2 Fall 2011 Fall 2011 Spring 2012 Expected: Summer 2012 Expected: Summer 2012 Expected Graduation: May 2012 Cumulative GPA 3.78/4.00 nick.koberstein@gmail.com (702) 526-8148 CURRENT ADDRESS 806 S. Lincoln Ave., Apt 1 Urbana, IL 61801

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Nicholas R. Koberstein

Professional Development National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Member Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM), Member North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM), Member NSF Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, Scholar Participate in bi-monthly seminars, attend professional development sessions, develop skills and knowledge to promote high quality mathematics for marginalized students at high needs schools. Metropolitan Mathematics Club of Chicago Conference, Attendee Attended workshops presented by Chicago, IL high school mathematic teachers on topics including Geometry in the Pre-calculus Classroom and Socratic Seminar in a Mathematics Classroom. Leadership Experience Program Assistant, Customer Service Assistant: Campus Recreation Responsibilities include enforcing policies to promote a safe environment, directing and communicating with patrons, and training Facility Assistants. Resident Advisor - Pennsylvania Residence Halls, University of Illinois Responsibilities included assuming an active leadership role in developing and maintaining a positive and inclusive community environment for all students and their unique differences, cultures, and orientations. Band Instructor Arbor View High School, Las Vegas, NV Responsibilities included leading approximately fifty students in daily practices and assisting in music performance. Honors Pi Mu Epsilon (Math Honor Society) Member James Scholar, University of Illinois Deans List Acorn Equality Fund Scholarship Community, University Organizations Building Bridges: An LGBT and Allies Christian Group, Founder/President University of Illinois Basketball Band, Member Special Interests Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, introductory knowledge of Matlab and C++) Strong desire to use educational technologies (SMARTboard, I-Clickers, Geogebra, Virtual Manipulatives) Interest in sponsoring a student organization Play piano, trumpet and French horn and was an active member of high school marching band Rochelle Gutirrez, PhD Noyce Principal Investigator and Professor 392 Education Building 1310 S. 6th St. Champaign, IL 61820 217 244-3904 rg1@illinois.edu Matthew Hopkins Cooperating Teacher Central HS 610 West University Avenue Champaign, IL 61820 217 841-2693 hopkinma@champaignschools.org Bette van Es Student Teaching University Supervisor 610 West University Avenue Champaign, IL 61820 217 356-1646 vanesbe@champaignschool.org Spring 2009-Spring 2011 Spring 2009, 2010 Fall 2008-Spring 2011 Fall 2008-Fall 2011 Winter 2007, 2008, 2009 Fall 2008-Present

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