12 Perry Lane Rutland, Vermont, 05701 802-558-6724 nkadams802@gmail.com

Nicole Adams12 Perry Lane

Rutland, Vermont, 05701802-558-6724

nkadams802@gmail.com C A R E E R O B J E C T I V E

Talented and knowledgeable educator driven to inspire student-athletes to pursue academic and personal excellence. Strives to create a challenging and engaging environment in which students are strengthened and supported to become healthy life-long learners.

E X P E R I E N C E

COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL, Maplewood, NJ Head JV Girls Lacrosse Coach, Mar 2016 – Present

Organized fun and effective practices to improve upon fundamental skills and physical fitness while developing game knowledge and excitement for lacrosse.Cultivated positive relationships with student-athletes by encouraging success on and off the field.Supported the success of the overall program by maintaining communication with other coaches, administrators, teachers, and parents.

WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL, Whippany, NJ Special Education Teacher, Aug 2015 – Present

Facilitates the independence of individuals with learning difficulties through assessment driven individualizededucation, research, and outreach.Teaches social and emotional skills, study skills, decoding methods, and other various life skills through content areas such as: Language, Literature, History, and Science.Designs curriculum and creates lesson plans specific to the learning style of individuals who struggle with learning disabilities including: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, and Dyslexia.

CASTLETON UNIVERSITY, Castleton, VT Assistant Director of Admissions, Jul 2013 – Aug 2015

Reviewed applications for college admission and determined eligibility for acceptance and scholarship awards.Organized, scheduled, and conducted appointments and interviews with students and guidance counselors in various regions to aid in the recruitment of college bound high school students.Developed positive relationships with prospective students and families while monitoring academic progress and providing counseling for the college application process.

Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach, Jul 2013 – Aug 2015

Assisted the head coach in all facets of the program including: recruiting, scouting, practice planning, fitness training, contest preparation, administrative duties, community involvement, and fundraising.Practiced extensive specialization with goalkeepers and attackers by designing relevant drills specific to goalkeeper needs.

PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY, Plymouth, NH Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach, Jul 2012 – Jul 2013

Exercised special skills for recruiting and scouting through use of Front Rush systems, Hudl and Dartfish video analysis programming, Microsoft Office, Movie Maker, and social media.Monitored academic progress and welfare of student-athletes by proctoring study halls, providing tutoring help, and teaching effective study habits.

12 Perry Lane Rutland, Vermont, 05701 802-558-6724 nkadams802@gmail.com

TEAM DURHAM, Durham, England Club Lacrosse Coach and Referee , Sep 2010 – Jun 2011

Introduced lacrosse to co-ed college club and youth teams help spread enthusiasm for the game in various regions.Taught basic rules and strategies to new players through coaching and refereeing practices and games.

E D U C A T I O N

Castleton University, Castleton, VTMaster of Arts/Education, Jul 2013-Aug 2015

Member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor SocietyGraduated with 4.0 GPA

University of Durham, Durham, EnglandMaster of Arts/Culture and Social Science, Sep 2010-Jan 2012

Awarded Team Durham Postgraduate ScholarshipGraduated with Merit Distinction

Castleton University, Castleton, VTBachelor of Arts/Sociology/Cultural Anthropology, May 2009

Minor in Studio ArtRecipient of The Sharon Brown Award for Excellence in Academics and LeadershipGraduated Magna Cum Laude

P R O F E S S I O N A L A C C O M P L I S H M E N T S

Planned, initiated, and facilitated aesthetic rejuvenation project for the Castleton University Admissions Office to provide an enhanced visitor experience (2015).

Attended various professional development conferences through NACAC, NEACAC, NYSACAC, NJACAC, and PACAC, interacting and collaborating with admissions and guidance counselors from various institutions (2013-2015).

Collaborated with Castleton University's Sociology and Education faculty as a Research Assistant to gather and organize data on college affordability in Vermont. Organized presentation and research paper to share analysis with faculty, local community, and state officials (2013).

A T H L E T I C H O N O R S

NCAA Division III Appearances (2014, 2015). North Atlantic Conference Champions (2014, 2015). North Atlantic Conference Regular Season Champions (2014, 2015). North Atlantic Conference Sportsmanship Award (2014). Little East Conference Regular Season Champions (2013). National Champions of British University Champions of Sport (2011). IWLCA Academic Honor Roll (2010). All Conference Team (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010). NEWLA Scholar-Athlete of the Year (2009). ECAC All-Academic Team (2006, 2008). Women's Lacrosse Team Most Valuable Player (2007).

H I G H L I G H T S

Committed to cultivating student leadership

Motivating and engaging public speaker

Ability and experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and special populations

Detail-oriented, determined, and quick to learn new skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and sense of humor