Nicole LaBore

• Utilize professional teaching background to make informed choices and support competing needs, schedules, priorities for two twice-exceptional children
• Build relationships with healthcare providers, academic professionals and program leaders to ensure alignment with all needs
• Enhance decision-making by collecting and applying data on technology use, sibling relationships, effective motivation and discipline strategies for neurodiverse children
• Engage in diversity and equity programming alongside children's schools and actively participate in children's classrooms

• Authored unique curriculum and fostered environment conducive to self-reflection and openness
• Applied best teaching practices to effectively delve into anchor texts and videos
• Created safe space and non-judgmental environment

• Fostered positive communication and attitudes between board, teachers and parents of school
• Organized multiple teacher appreciation events
• Collaborated to execute fundraising efforts to subsidize operating costs and extra programming

• Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling reading and writing instructional strategies
• Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities
• Championed growth mindset among staff by promoting reflective practices and encouraging educators to take risks in their instruction
• Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies

• Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners
• Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
• Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Provided constructive feedback on student work through regular assessments and one-on-one conferences, helping guide their academic growth

Courses Taught: Pre AP-IB Sophomore Honors British Literature; Freshman Honors English; Sophomore ISTEP Prep

Committee Chair: Honors British Literature

Committee Member: 8th-9th Grade Vertical Articulation; 9th-12th Grade Honors and AP/IB Articulation Team

British Isles Tour Coordinator: Designed and Implemented unique overseas study and two-week experiential tour for honors British literature students and teachers

• Developed engaging curriculum with cooperative and differentiated lessons to serve highly diverse student body
• Collaborated with colleagues to expand cross-curricular connections, enriching students' overall educational experience
• Team taught and develop integrated instruction with content area teachers to serve below standards readers and writers
• Boosted student success rates through personalized attention, tailored lesson plans, and one-on-one support
• Provided one-on-one support for students with neurodiversity, enabling them to excel in their coursework
• Mentored new teachers in department to ensure their smooth transition into school community
• Connected with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements

Courses taught: Literature of Moral Conflict, Freshman Honors, Freshman Reading & Writing (remedial integrated studies) Sophomore Reading & Writing (remedial integrated studies), Senior English

Athletics:

• Competitive Cheer Coach (1998-2005): Coached state champions and top-five ranked teams; Managed coaching staff and budget; Utilized fitness background and certifications to enhance athletes' performance and skills

Junior Class Advisor:

• Led student council in problem solving skills, enlisting peer volunteers, and working with school officials to achieve desired goals; Organized annual profitable talent show; Coordinated all aspects of junior prom.

Staff Council:

• Elected committee member; represented English department at weekly meetings; problem-solved with other department representatives and school administrators

Professional Development & School Improvement Council:

• Elected committee member; worked directly with Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction to create and organize teacher development and small learning communities

National Honor Society Committee:

• Coordinated with selection officers to discuss potential candidates, ensuring academic and behavior standards of NHS

Masters Research and Teaching: Completed year-long preliminary research; taught for one semester in British secondary school; conducted comparative study between British and American teaching practices

Courses Taught: Years 7, 8 and 10

Volunteer: Youth mentor in local outreach program