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About Mrs. Gall.


 * please note that the resume is not current; it does not include more recent teaching at Phoenix Multicultural (bilingual) Academy within the EAA district in Southwest Detroit from 2012 - 2014.
 * Also, there is no need to download the file or squint at the photo below; please scroll to the bottom of this page for the quickest way to skim or look at the information. Thank you.



To work full- time as a science teacher in a respected school with skilled and professional peers. To engage students in inquiry- based and hands- on science learning opportunities in addition to rigorous written evidence of learning. To prepare students for ongoing success in continued education, certification, and employment.
 * Objective **

I am an expert in the content that I am assigned to teach; that is a given. My effort, experience, talent, and accomplishment come from listening to and learning from the students, in order to help each of them master and make use of the content.
 * Statement **

// School Improvement //
 * Qualifications **
 * Evaluated and Presented Accreditation Status Decisions as a member of the NCA/ AdvancEd Quality Assurance Review team: Rochester Adams High School and Ferndale High School
 * Co- Chair for internal NCA/ AdvancEd Accreditation School Improvement Team: Madison High School and Weston Preparatory Academy

// Curriculum Design //
 * Created and Published Science Lessons as a result of externships with fellow teachers and corporate partners Lamb Technicon and Modern Prototyping.
 * Created and published Science Curriculum Outline and Pacing Guides for Madison District Public Schools.

// Technology Training //
 * Led teacher training at Inkster High School for authoring and data collection using the Examview assessment suite.
 * Trained teachers individually to create and use school websites**.**

2012 – 2013 Phoenix Multicultural Academy – Detroit, Michigan 48209
 * Professional Experience **
 * Lead Science Teacher. Biology, Project- Based Sciences. Grades 6 – 8.**

2010 – 2012 Inkster High School – Inkster, Michigan 48171
 * Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Teacher. Grades 9 – 12.**

2008 – 2010 Weston Preparatory Academy – Detroit, Michigan 48219
 * Lead Science Teacher: Physics, Chemistry. Grades 7- 12.**

1998 – 2006 Madison High School – Madison Heights, Michigan 48071
 * Chemistry, Physics, and Biology Teacher. Grades 9 – 12.**

2010 University of Michigan- Dearborn, MichiganPhysics Certification and Earned Minor: Astronomy, Electronics. 2006 Western Michigan University- Kalamazoo, Michigan Professional Development: Modeling Methods, Teaching Physics 2004 – 2014 State of Michigan Professional CertificateGrades 6 – 12. Biology (DA). Chemistry (DC). 2000 – 2003 Oakland University- Rochester, Michigan Professional Development: School Leadership, Special Education 2000 University of Michigan- Dearborn, Michigan Professional Development: Modeling Methods, Teaching Physics 1999 Career Development Facilitator 120 hour Certification. (OISD / CDTi) 1998 – 2004 State of Michigan Provisional Teaching CertificateGrades 6 – 12. Biology (DA). Chemistry (DC). 1993 – 1998 University of Michigan- Flint, MichiganBachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Minor in Chemistry
 * Education and Credentials **
 * Website ** www.mrsgallscience.wikispaces.com



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 * ** NICOLE GALL ** ||
 * __ appleforteacher@hotmail.com-(734) 771- 4396 __ ||
 * ** Objective ** ||
 * Full time position as a biology, chemistry, and/ or physics teacher at the secondary level. Potential for additional responsibilities as a school improvement team member or athletic coach preferred. ||
 * ** Relevant Skills and Accomplishments ** ||
 * . Taught Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Introductory Science classes. Created lesson plans for all classes. ||
 * . Designed curriculum materials aligned with state benchmarks. ||
 * . Taught students of all ability levels: accelerated, typical, and special needs. ||
 * . Planned and supervised a variety of school field trips including day trips to Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH for Physics Field Day ||
 * . Served in various School Improvement leadership positions. ||
 * . Managed activities and fundraisers for Varsity Cheer Team. ||
 * . Managed activities and fundraisers for National Honor Society and Science Club. ||
 * . Developed LINQ Career Resource Center and School-To-Work Program. ||
 * ** Awards and Achievements ** ||
 * . Professional Learning Community Leader: Channel 4 News, Southfield Public Library ||
 * . Weston Preparatory Academy School Improvement Team Secretary ||
 * . Lady Wildcats Cheer Team Coach ||
 * . Weston Preparatory Academy Science Department Head ||
 * . Detroit Metro Area Physics Teacher Association Newsletter Co-Editor ||
 * . Madison High School NCA Team Co- Chair, Secretary ||
 * . Madison High School National Honor Society Advisor, Science Club Advisor ||
 * . Doubled enrollment in both Chemistry (from two periods to four) and Physics (from one period to two) at Madison High School within a year of my December 1999 transfer to teach those courses. ||
 * . Career Development Facilitator. Developed LINQ Career Center with secretary (Luci Nunley), twenty computers with internet and job search access, and library of book and video resources. ||
 * . Sallie Mae First Class Teacher Award ||
 * . Madison District Schools First Year Teacher Award. ||
 * . University of Michigan: Flint Scholar, Class Honors and Branstrom Freshman Award ||
 * . Millington High School: Valedictorian and Perfect Score MEAP Science Test ||
 * ** Teaching Certification ** ||
 * **STATE OF MICHIGAN PROFESSIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE** ||
 * Certificate Number IF0000000105934 ||
 * ** Biology ** (DA) grades 6 – 12 ||
 * ** Chemistry ** (DC) grades 6 – 12 ||
 * ** Physics ** (DE) grades 6 - 12 ||
 * STATE OF MICHIGAN PROVISIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE ||
 * Certificate Number CC-355JH0016192 ||
 * Biology (DA) grades 6 – 12 ||
 * Chemistry (DC) grades 6 – 12 ||
 * ** Employment History ** ||
 * **INKSTER PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL- Inkster, MI ** ||
 * . Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Sciences, and Physics Teacher, Governance Leadership Team member, Examview Training Coach, Co-Sponsor of Students Leading Students Club ||
 * **WESTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY- Detroit, MI ** ||
 * . Science Department Chair, Physics and Chemistry Teacher, School Improvement Leader, Cheer Coach ||
 * **MADISON DISTRICT PUBLIC SCHOOLS- Madison Heights, MI ** ||
 * . Biology, Chemistry, Physics and General Science Teacher, Career Development Facilitator, NCA School Improvement Leader, National Honor Society Advisor ||
 * ** Education ** ||
 * **UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Dearborn, MI ** ||
 * . Physics Minor Endorsement: Electronics, Astronomy ||
 * ** WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY– Kalamazoo, MI ** ||
 * . Modeling Methods in Teaching Physical Sciences ||
 * **OAKLAND UNIVERSITY – Rochester, MI ** ||
 * . School Improvement and Leadership, Special Education Teaching Seminar ||
 * **UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Dearborn, MI ** ||
 * . Modeling Methods in Teaching Physics ||
 * **UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Flint, MI ** ||
 * . Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry Minor, Secondary Teaching Certificate ||
 * ** NICOLE GALL ** ||
 * __ appleforteacher@hotmail.com-(734) 771- 4396 __ ||
 * 9137 Rucker Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138 ||
 * . School Improvement and Leadership, Special Education Teaching Seminar ||
 * **UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Dearborn, MI ** ||
 * . Modeling Methods in Teaching Physics ||
 * **UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Flint, MI ** ||
 * . Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry Minor, Secondary Teaching Certificate ||
 * ** NICOLE GALL ** ||
 * __ appleforteacher@hotmail.com-(734) 771- 4396 __ ||
 * 9137 Rucker Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138 ||
 * 9137 Rucker Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138 ||

Previous Version: July 2010 attachment and embedded text: NICOLE B. GALL appleforteacher@hotmail.com

** CAREER OBJECTIVE: ** A science teaching position where I can share my excitement for science, technology, and excellence in education.

** EXPERIENCE: **

(2008 – 2010) Weston Preparatory Academy – Detroit, Michigan 48219 **LEAD SCIENCE TEACHER: PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY**

(2007) Robichaud High School – Dearborn Heights, Michigan **LONG- TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER: BIOLOGY**

(1998 – 2006) Madison High School – Madison Heights, Michigan **SCIENCE TEACHER: CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, BIOLOGY**

(1997 – 1998) Powers Catholic High School – Flint, Michigan **STUDENT TEACHER: GENETICS, LIFE SCIENCES**

** EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION. **

(2010) University of Michigan- Dearborn, Michigan Physics Certification Pending Earned Minor: Astronomy, Electronics.

(2006) Western Michigan University- Kalamazoo, Michigan Professional Development: Modeling Methods, Teaching Physics

(2004 – 2014) State of Michigan Professional Certificate. Grades 6 – 12. Biology (DA). Chemistry (DC).

(2000- 2003) Oakland University- Rochester, Michigan Professional Development: School Leadership, Special Education

(2000) University of Michigan- Dearborn, Michigan Professional Development: Modeling Methods, Teaching Physics

(1999) Career Development Facilitator. 120 hour Certification. (OISD / CDTi)

(1998 – 2004) State of Michigan Provisional Teaching Certificate. Grades 6 – 12 Biology (DA). Chemistry (DC).

(1993 – 1998) University of Michigan- Flint, Michigan Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Minor in Chemistry

** QUALIFICATIONS: ** __CURRICULUM__

Aligned science curriculum with State of Michigan HSSCEs for Madison Public School District, Robichaud High School, and Weston Preparatory Academy. Designed, modified, and shared science lab activities, worksheets, lesson plans.

__COOPERATIVE LEARNING__

Managed K – 12 Science Fair. Coordinated mixed- grade lessons grades 1 – 12. Biology- Life in a square meter; Structure of water molecules and snowflakes; Red Cabbage as a pH indicator. Inquiry- based Modeling instruction, cooperative learning groups, special education strategies, differentiation for diverse learning styles, Blooms’ Taxonomy and brain- based learning.

__SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT__

Secured thousands of dollars in funding for materials ( [|www.donorschoose.org] ). School Improvement Team: Co-chair, Secretary since 1998. NCA Accreditation: Madison High School. AdvancEd Accreditation: Weston Preparatory Academy. QAR team member: Evaluation of Rochester Adams High School, 2010.

__EXTRACURRICULAR__

Weston Preparatory Academy: Cheer Coach. Madison High School: Science Club, National Honor Society.

** LEADERSHIP: ** DMAPT Detroit Metro Area Teachers Association Past Newsletter Co-Editor

Grosse Ile Babysitting Exchange Past President

** RECOGNITION: ** Educator For Youth Award (McDonald’s, FOX 2) (2001) Sallie Mae First Year Teacher Award (1999) University of Michigan (1993 – 1998): Flint Scholar, Class Honors, Branstrom Freshman Award Millington High School (1992 – 1993): Valedictorian, Perfect Score MEAP Science Test

** WEBSITES: ** www.mrsgallscience@wikispaces.com Nicole Gall: LinkedIn, SlideShare, Facebook Email: appleforteacher@hotmail.com

** REFERENCES: ** Available on request.