Nicholas Reed

229 N. Alice Ave. Rochester, MI 48307

(248) 875 - 8473 nickreedteach@gmail.com
NickReedTeach.Weebly.com

Profile

I am a creative and enthusiastic instructor who has a passion for teaching. This enthusiasm has
inspired me to develop innovative ways to maintain a high level of engagement in the history classroom
and assist students in having an outstanding learning experience by providing meaning to the past, and
being able to relate it to both the present and the future.

Teaching Philosophy

Teaching is full of surprises. A great educator is always ready to adapt, respond and uncover new
strategies that facilitate learning in the classroom. Teaching is about building positive relationships,
gaining student’s cooperation and inspiring a love for learning. A great teacher is passionate and
enthusiastic day in and day out. He or she creates a unique, exciting and safe learning environment in
which students are motivated to discover what they are passionate about.

Education

Oakland University, Rochester, MI Date of Graduation:

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Secondary Education April, 2019
Endorsements: History (major) and Social Studies (minor) GPA 3.53

State exam has been passed and currently hold state certification (Rx)

Teaching Experience

Student Teaching January – April, 2019

Berkshire Middle School, Birmingham, MI Taught U.S. History classes
Developed lesson plans and assessments
Developed and utilized effective classroom behavior management plan
Planned differentiated lessons to reach all students of academic abilities
Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to actively engage all students
Developed relationships with students and mentor teachers
Attended and participated in extra-curricular programs and activities

Pre-Student Teaching September – December, 2018

Berkshire Middle School, Birmingham, MI
Worked closely with U.S. History students and teachers
Built close relationships with all of the students
Planned, organized, and taught various lessons in all classrooms
Built a close relationship with mentor teacher
 Education Related Experiences (Field Experience)

International Technology Academy, Pontiac, MI January – April, 2017

Assistant teacher in an 11th grade World History classroom
Developed lesson plans and assessments including a detailed curricular plan for one unit
Developed and utilized effective classroom behavior management plan
Planned differentiated lessons to reach all students of academic abilities
Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to actively engage all students
Developed relationships with students and mentor teachers

Related Educational Experiences

Rochester Community Schools, Rochester, MI May 2012 - Present

Junior Varsity Head Football Coach, Varsity Defensive Coordinator, grades 9-12
Effectively managed teams up to 50 student-athletes
Use of multiple forms of behavior management to correct poor decisions
Organized detailed practice schedules, game day functions and off-season workouts
Addressed parent concerns immediately and respectfully (email, phone or face-to-face)

Tutor, Birmingham Public Schools, Birmingham, MI January – April 2017

Assisted K-12 students with homework, test prep, and take home projects
Presented on “character” in February, 2017

Docent, Lake Orion, MI March 2016 – June 2017

Scripted detailed tours of the William E. Scripps estate, a property listed in the National
Register of Historic Places. Used passion for history, and high energy to create a tour
experience different than the rest

Instructional Skills

High Level Teaching Practices, Differentiated Instruction, Formative and Summative Assessments,
Curriculum Mapping, Marzano and Danielson Instructional Strategies, Research-based Question
Strategies including Q-R-Q methods, Engaging classroom activities that correspond to the daily
learning target.

Technology Skills

Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Apps (Docs, Forms, Slides, Sheets),
Apple MacBook Apps, Moodle, PowerSchool, Smart Board Apps, Adobe Photoshop, Kahoot, Quizlet,
EdPuzzle, Now Comment, Goformative, Thinglink, Video Ant, Nearpod, Padlet, Recap, Seesaw,
Screencast-o-matic, Teaching with Technology Forum Presenter (March 2018 at Oakland University)

Interests/Activities

Coaching, exercise, reading, traveling, enjoying time with friends and family

References
Available upon request