NICOLE M.

SMITH
Cornville, Maine
nicole.smith@msad59
Objective
To be a dedicated and motivated educator who is committed to providing a learning environment that
emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and problem solving skills, and who will employ a variety of
strategies that address the diverse needs and interests of all students.
Education
University of New England (UNE)
Biddeford, Maine 2013-2015
MSEd. in Literacy Education (K-12 certification)
4.0 GPA
University of Maine at Farmington (UMF)
Farmington, Maine 2004-2007
B.S. in Elementary Education (K-8 certification) with concentration in Social Science
3.66 GPA
Husson College
Bangor, Maine 1994-1996
A.S. in Paralegal Studies 1994-1996
Certifications and Professional Testing
Professional Maine Teacher Certification K-8 (020) general elementary endorsement (2012-2017)
Praxis I-PPST and Praxis II (0014) - evidence of meeting Maines highly qualified teacher requirements
Teaching Experience
Madison Elementary School, Madison, ME
Grade 2 Teacher (2014-2015)
Grade 3 Teacher (2012-2014)

Taught all academic subjects ensuring that lessons were aligned to district curriculum and the
Common Core State Standards
Communicated and posted clear learning goals for all lessons
Assessed, recorded, and communicated student progress routinely
Used formal and informal assessments to identify students individual and collective learning
needs
Planned, prepared, and delivered differentiated instruction to meet the ability range within the
class
Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning
experience
Employed a variety of teaching methods designed to capture students interests and maximize
learning
Fostered appropriate skills and social attitudes in elementary students
Gained the confidence and trust of children, parents, and colleagues
Engaged in effective and appropriate classroom management techniques
Administered NWEA and NECAP assessments

Participated in workshops, staff meetings, and professional learning communities

Athens Elementary School, Athens, ME

Grade 6, 7, & 8 Language Arts Teacher; Grade 7 Math Teacher (2011-2012)
Managed and taught multiple grades and subjects daily ensuring that lessons were aligned to
district curriculum and the Common Core State Standards
Communicated and posted clear learning goals for all lessons
Integrated other disciplines in the reading and writing classrooms
Worked with technology and media instructors to incorporate multiple forms of technology in the
reading and writing classrooms
Assessed, recorded, and communicated student progress routinely
Used formal and informal assessments to identify students individual and collective learning
needs
Planned, prepared, and delivered differentiated instruction to meet the ability range within the
class
Understood the diverse needs of middle school students and applied strategies that fostered
appropriate academic and social skills
Offered math tutoring before and after school to assist 7th grade students meet math requirements
Administered NWEA and NECAP assessments
Participated in workshops and staff meetings
Harmony Elementary School, Harmony, ME
Grade 4 Teacher (2010-2011)
Taught all academic subjects ensuring that lessons were aligned to district curriculum and the
Common Core State Standards
Communicated and posted clear learning goals for all lessons
Assessed, recorded, and communicated student progress routinely
Used formal and informal assessments to identify students individual and collective learning
needs
Planned, prepared, and delivered differentiated instruction to meet the ability range within the
class
Worked with parents, administrator, and special education teacher to create and implement
behavior plans for two students with 504 plans so that they could participate and be successful in
regular education classroom lessons and activities
Worked with the Title I teacher and administrator to create the first Professional Learning
Community at the school focusing on improving literacy in grades K-8
Madison Junior High School, Madison, ME
Title I Education Technician II (2009-2010)
Actively involved in Response to Intervention (RTI) by teaching students Soar to Success a
small group reading intervention program to students in grades 5 & 6
Taught students how to apply various decoding, reading, and comprehension strategies across the
curriculum
Worked within the 5th and 6th grade ELA and social studies classrooms supporting classroom
teachers and assisting Title I students with reading and writing skills and strategies
MSAD #54, Skowhegan, ME
Substitute Teacher (2008-2009)
Served as substitute teacher for students in K-6 classrooms

Maintained fair and consistent standards of behavior

MSAD #59, Madison, ME

Substitute Teacher (2007-2009)
Served as substitute teacher for students in K-8 classrooms
Maintained fair and consistent standards of behavior

Professional Responsibilities & Extra-Curricular Activities

Co-Advisor for Civil Rights Team - Grades 3 & 4 (2014-2015)
Literacy Team member (2013-2014)
Co-Advisor for Student Counsel - Grades 5-8 (2011-2012)
Professional Experiences & Notable Skills
Experienced with Lucy Calkins Units of Study
Experienced with Fountas & Pinnell benchmark assessments
Experienced with Words Their Way
Experienced with Daily 5 & Caf literacy framework
Experienced with record keeping and an excellent knowledge of computers and related
equipment
A talent for fostering learning and for motivating students through inquiry based learning and the
integration of technology
A genuine interest in children and respect for their individuality
The ability to establish positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Organized and skilled at multitasking
Possesses a high level of energy, drive, and stamina

References available upon request