Shelby Nosal

402-651-1997, shelbynoz@gmail.com
TEACHING INTERESTS & SKILLS
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education K-6
Concentration in Mathematics and Natural Science
Specialized strengths include: technology, diversity, classroom management, athletics, and
instrumental music
Interesting and available for coaching softball
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
College of Saint Mary, Omaha, Nebraska, anticipated graduation May 2016
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education K-6
Specialized Certifications/Trainings: Project Learning Tree, Water Education for Teachers, Project WILD,
Aquatic WILD
Specialization Coursework: Teaching Natural and Social Sciences, Teaching Mathematics, Teaching
Reading and Language Arts, Diagnosis and Evaluation of Reading, Guidance and Classroom Management
STUDENT TEACHING
Fourth Grade, Belleaire Elementary School, Bellevue, Nebraska, Spring 2016.
Collaborated with colleagues, students and staff
Successfully communicated with parents, students and teachers
Presented and explained achievement scores and student improvement to parents
Discussed student strengths and weaknesses with parents at conferences
Strengthened students math skills by working in small groups
Implemented math lessons to interest and engage students
Constructed guided reading lessons to improve student ability to identify main idea
Effectively co-taught with cooperating teacher on a daily basis
Disciplined students in a professional and effective manner
Demonstrated whole-class improvement in math by assessment through a detailed case study
FIELD EXPERIENCES
Fifth Grade, Conestoga Magnet School, Omaha, Nebraska, Fall 2015
Fifth Grade, Crestridge Magnet School, Omaha, Nebraska, Fall 2014
Fourth Grade, Paddock Road Elementary School, Omaha, Nebraska, Spring 2013
Implemented various math, reading and writing lessons
Differentiated lesson plans for diverse learners and behaviors
Collaborated with colleagues on a weekly basis
Demonstrated student improvement in reading by assessment through a detailed case study
Evaluated and diagnosed reading abilities and weaknesses
Constructed lesson plans to improve fluency, comprehension and phonemic awareness
Successfully disciplined students on a weekly basis
Communicated with students, staff and families in a professional manner
ACTIVITIES & EMPLOYMENT
Summer Camp Educator, Omahas Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha, Nebraska, Summer 2015-present
Summer Camp Educator, Fontenelle Forest, Bellevue, Nebraska, Summer 2014
Created and implemented various educational activities
Successfully communicated with parents, children, and colleagues
College of Saint Mary Elementary Science Outreach Program
Facilitated science activities in various schools
Crestview Homework Club Service Learning Project
Assisted students with completing homework and strengthened their learning skills
College of Saint Mary Operation S.M.A.R.T (Science, Math and Relevant Technology)
Created science and math units to teach students from Girls, Inc.
PROFESSIONAL MATERIALS
Digital Portfolio available upon request
Letters of recommendation available upon request