Nicole Markes Elementary Teacher Grades 4-8
Mathematics and Science
(484) 375-5090 http://nicolemarkesteachingportfolio.weebly.com
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and student-focused educator seeking
an Elementary or Middle School Teaching
Position. Hardworking and trusted professional
who collaborates with all members of the school
community to effectively develop the student’s
intellectual, emotional and social wellbeing.
COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
 Establishes a secure, effective learning
environment
 Collaborative and dependable
 Creates STEAM activities that utilize
technology, project, problem and inquiry
based learning
 Differentiates lessons to meet the needs of all
learners
 Effectively communicates with students, staff,
administration and families
 High level of patience and commitment
 Analyze student data from benchmark
assessments to measure progress and inform
instruction
 ClassDojo and GoNoodle Ambassador
 Applies mathematical concepts to real-world
situations
 Dedicated to help all students succeed
 Creates strong rapport with students and staff
EDUCATION
 B.S. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
 Elementary Education Grades 4-8
Mathematics and Science Concentrations
 GPA: 3.80, Summa Cum Laude
 Dean’s List
 Pursing M.Ed. Cabrini University
 Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
 Member, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor
Society in Education
 Member, Association for Middle Level
Education
nicole.markes@outlook.com
EXPERIENCE
Elwyn 2017-Present
Math Specialist
K-8
 Provides direct instruction to students identified as
eligible for Title 1 and Act 89 math services in
individual and small group settings
 Assists staff members by conducting benchmark
testing to identify those eligible for intervention
services
 Maintains accurate and up to date records to
manage student progress
 Collaborates with instructional staff,
administration and families in order to adjust
instructional practice and student grouping
 Instructs all levels of mathematics in grades K-8
 Organizes supplies and materials while traveling
between four different schools
 Motivates and encourages students from a variety
of educational, socio-economic and cultural
backgrounds
Pen Argyl School District 2016-2017
Wind Gap Middle School
4th Grade Teacher
 Teach according to the educational needs, abilities
and achievement of the students
 Assess, record and report on the development,
progress and behavior of my students
 Develop assessments that enhance students
problem solving skills
 Communicate, consult and co-operate with
members of the staff, parents and community
 Participate in after school activities
 Manage student behavior in the classroom by
establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
 Participate in professional development sessions
 Incorporate technology in daily classroom
practices
 Establish and communicate clear objectives/goals
for all learning activities
 Nicole Markes Elementary Teacher Grades 4-8
Mathematics and Science

(484) 375-5090 http://nicolemarkesteachingportfolio.weebly.com nicole.markes@outlook.com

INTERNSHIP PROFESSIONAL SEMESTER

Moravian Academy Summer 2014-2016 East Penn School District Fall 2015
Lehigh Valley Summerbridge Eyer Middle School
Lead Teacher 7th and 8th Grade 6th Grade Science
 Professional, goal-driven leader who maintained a  Developed strong rapport with students, teachers,
productive climate for a team of four teachers administrators and community
 Honesty and integrity provided an effective  Successfully used enrichment activities and
leadership in which students and other teachers behavior-modification techniques as a motivator
felt comfortable to approach for completing tasks, following rules and
 Co-teach an elective and club maintaining classroom conduct
 Conduct professional development on technology  Displayed awareness of diversity by following
 Volunteer to work with new teachers and established classroom management routines
substitute as needed  Created and taught lessons in all subjects (math,
language arts, science and social studies) that
followed the KU format and reflected research-
STUDENT TEACHING based learning theories
 Participated in various school activities, i.e.: food
East Penn School District Spring 2016 drive, student bake sales, parent-teacher
Lower Macungie Middle School conferences and professional development
8th Grade Science sessions
 Remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s
learning styles and abilities were addressed WORK EXPERIENCE
 Actively participated in department and team
meetings Kutztown Tavern October 2011-August 2016
 Regularly self-reflected in order to make changes Waitress, Expedite,
to improve lessons throughout the day Hostess and Banquet Server
 Strong organizational skills and consistent  Established a strong relationship of mutual trust
attendance/punctuality with customers and handled their concerns in a
sensitive way
East Penn School District Spring 2016
 Exhibited a calm and collected presence when
Lower Macungie Middle School
under intense pressure
8th Grade Mathematics
 Efficiently multitasked in a fast-paced environment
 Earned highest scores for the quality and creativity while paying close attention to detail
of instructional planning, teaching and materials  Effectively worked in a team setting while
used motivating team members to achieve greater
 Regularly incorporated technology and inquiry- success
based activities  Outstanding ability to think quickly and respond
 Nominated for the Katherine D. Christ Award as a positively to sudden changes in circumstances
result of my enthusiasm, commitment to
scholarship, professionalism and excellence in
teaching
 Manage long distance learning through virtual
participation