Nicole K Adams12 Perry Lane Rutland, VT 802.558.6724 nkadams802@gmail.com

Career Objective

Collaborate with an educational environment to foster and support students’ collective individual growth to overcome personal obstacles, maximize inner strengths, and become quality world citizens.

Personal Profile

Dedicated, hardworking and creative professional who strives individually as well as in a team environment.

Thrives under pressure and looks forward to working in a position that is challenging and will enable me to utilize my communication, research, writing and leadership skills.

Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and looks forward to working in an atmosphere that provides an opportunity to develop and create new ideas that positively influences and motivates others.

Professional Experience

Assistant Director of Admissions

Castleton State College – Castleton, VT, July 2013 – presentCastleton State College – Castleton, VT, August 2011 – February 2012

Develops and maintains positive relationships with students, families, and schools while representing Castleton State College.

Organizes, schedules, and conducts appointments and interviews with students and guidance counselors in various regions to aid in the recruitment of potential students.

Counsels and guides prospective students, applicants, and families through the college application process.

Attends various professional development conferences through NACAC, NEACAC, NYSACAC, NJACAC, and PACAC, interacting and collaborating with admissions counselors from various institutions.

Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach

Castleton State College – Castleton, VT, July 2013 – present Plymouth State University – Plymouth, NH, August 2012 – July 2013

Assists the head coach in all facets of the program. Duties include: recruiting high school students, scouting, practice planning, fitness training, administrative duties, community involvement, fundraising, and monitoring academic progress and welfare of student-athletes.

Supervises work-study students and managers assisting with program duties.

Co-teacher and Therapeutic Advocate

Plymouth Elementary School – Plymouth, NH, August 2012 – June 2013Sheldon Academy at Vermont Achievement Center – Rutland, VT, 2007 – 2011

Assisted middle-school teachers in classroom with lesson planning and instruction. Accommodated the needs of a sixth grade boy in a special education program by acting as his one-on-one support.

Provided support and guidance for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disabilities.

Maintained relationships with students and their family members. Acted as a positive role model to students ages 6 to 18. Certified in CPR, AED, First Aid, and CPI Crisis Prevention training.

Head Lacrosse Coach

The Spence School andCityLax and Doc’s NYC Lacrosse – New York, NY, February 2012 – July 2012

Organized and planned effective practices and game strategies for varsity high school students and youth to help improve upon fundamental skills, physical fitness, and healthy lifestyles.

Education

Castleton State College – Castleton, VermontMaster of Arts, Education: Curriculum and Instruction

Graduation Date: May 2015Current GPA: 4.0Honors: Member of Kappa Delta Pi International Honors Society in Education

Durham University – Durham, England, UKMaster of Arts, Culture and Difference, 2012

Honors: Graduated with Merit Distinction

Castleton State College – Castleton, VermontBachelor of Arts, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, 2009

Minor in Studio ArtHonors: Graduated Magna cum Laude

Presented with The Sharon Brown Excellence in Leadership Award

Activities

Spartan Race Competitor and Volunteer

Various locations – 2013, 2014, currently training for 2015 racesEarned the Spartan Race Trifecta medal after completing the Sprint, Super, and Beast obstacle races.

Women’s Lacrosse Player

Durham University - Durham, England, UK, 2010-2011 National British University Champions of Sport (BUCS) Champions

Castleton State College - Castleton, VT, 2006 – 2010 Honors: IWLCA Academic Honor Roll, 2010All Conference Team, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 All Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Year, 2009Most Valuable Player, 2007

Women’s Ice Hockey Player

Castleton State College - Castleton, VT, 2006 – 2008 Honors: ECAC All-Academic Team, 2008

Co-Chair of Third Place Committee

Castleton State College, VT, 2007 – 2009

Collaborated with both students and faculty members to advertise and plan events. Encouraged community development and involvement by organizing and participating in musical performances, poetry slams, and social awareness groups.

Volunteer Experience

Youth Coach and Referee for Lacrosse, Soccer, and Ice Hockey

Various locations throughout the US and UK 2001 - presentPlymouth Regional High School Ice Hockey Coach – Plymouth, NH, October 2012- February 2013USA Ice Hockey Development Camp – Burlington, VT, Summer 2008

Academic Writing Tutor and Mentor

Empower the Children – Calcutta, India, January 2009Castleton State College – Castleton, VT, 2008- 2009Castleton Elementary School – Castleton, VT 2006 - 2009

Additional Information

I am a quick learner who is detail-oriented, determined, and efficient with multi-tasking. I have excellent interpersonal skills, a sense of humor and practice strong communication in both writing and public speaking. In addition to Microsoft Office and Outlook, I am also experienced with Common Application, DataTel, ImageNow, SPSS, and iMovie. In my spare time, I play the guitar and ukulele and enjoy playing music with friends at local open mics and weddings. I also enjoy the outdoors and often hike with friends and family.

References available upon request.