MARCO NOVA

NEW GRADUATE WITH EXPERIENCE IN STUDENT TEACHING: Enthusiastic Middle School Teacher motivated to drive student growth for lifelong success.

Officially Licensed Teacher in Illinois: Passed Learning Behavior Specialist I (290) Sep 2025

Mindful Middle School Teacher accomplished in preparing students for future through use of new technologies. History of encouraging students to engage in group work and to solve problems in team-driven approach.

Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Highly tolerant teacher, dedicated to supporting safe classroom environment. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects.

• Collaborated with team of educators in the development of Action Research
• IHSA Regional Champion and State Finals Competitor

• Peer Middle School Mentorship Program | 2024 - 2025
• Provided academic and social-emotional support to middle school students
• Fostered positive relationships and served as role model
• Facilitated group activities promoting school engagement and personal growth
• Blackburn and Beyond Program | Aug 2021 - Present
• Worked with neuro-diverse high school students in transition programming
• Designed individualized lessons supporting diverse learning needs and abilities
• Implemented accommodations based on IEPs and 504 plans

Leadership and Scholarship Development: Selected as Haerther Scholar at Holy Trinity High School based on academic excellence, community service, and financial need. Scholarship covered approximately 95% of high school tuition and provided access to exclusive college preparatory programming including ACT prep, college visits, career development workshops, and service projects across Chicago-area Catholic schools. Grounded in the Brothers of Holy Cross tradition of service, compassion, and understanding diverse needs, this program instilled foundational values that shaped my commitment to education and supporting students from all backgrounds. The program's emphasis on research and understanding individual needs inspired my path toward becoming an educator dedicated to serving diverse learners.

Participated in National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine, exploring healthcare careers, medical research, and leadership in STEM fields. Program included hands-on learning experiences, university campus immersion, and exposure to medical professionals and research methodologies. This experience, held at Rice University, reinforced interest in understanding individual needs and problem-solving approaches that later translated into educational practice. Taking interest in Biomedical Engineering is what led me to want ot help disadvantaged children in education.