NIKKI FELICE

5 Morton Pl. Oakland, NJ 07436 (201)400-5819 felicen1@tcnj.edu

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a middle or high school mathematics teaching position where student-centered approaches can be
utilized to develop rational understandings, highlight multiple learning styles, and instill creativity and
confidence in all students.

EDUCATION
The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics Secondary Education, May 2017
Cumulative GPA: 3.33/4.00

CERTIFICATIONS
CEAS, Mathematics, State of New Jersey, Summer 2017
Substitute Teaching, Ramapo Indian Hills School District, March 2016
Praxis Exam Mathematics: Content Knowledge, February 2016
Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB), December 2015
Bullying 101, December 2015
First Aid, CPR/AED, and Waterfront Lifeguard, February 2011 Present

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, Crossroads South Middle School, South Brunswick, NJ, Spring 2017
Teach three sections of eighth-grade math, one section of algebra, and one section of geometry to over
120 eighth-grade students.
Use an assortment of cooperative learning methods to ensure that students are aligned with the
Common Core and understand the material both conceptually and procedurally.
Collaborate daily with cooperating teacher and In-Class Support teacher to provide differentiated
activities that support multiple entry points for all different learning styles.
Incorporate games and activities that promote student exploration of content that reinforce the idea
that learning math is fun and engaging.
Utilize the SmartBoard to aid in teaching by providing interactive charts, examples, videos, and review
activities.
Substitute Teacher, Ramapo Indian Hills High School District, Oakland, NJ, May 2016 Present
Provide feedback and assistance to students as they complete their varied assignments.
Keep students engaged in their work by opening discussions about the material.
Junior Field Experience, West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North, Plainsboro Township, NJ, Spring 2016
Taught a unit on differential equations to an AP Calculus AB class of 28 students using learning
centers, matching games, computer simulations, and interactive computer problems.
Integrated Four Corners writing activity and graphic organizers to determine the effects of writing on
students understanding of the concept of rate of change.
Prepared a unit test that addressed different concepts and learning styles.
Observed the class and assisted cooperating teacher in every-day tasks, including grading and
planning, for twelve weeks.
Sophomore Practicum, Grace A. Dunn Middle School, Trenton, NJ, Spring 2015
Observed a standard-level 8th grade math class of 23 students and assisted selected students with
classwork activities.
Aided cooperating teacher in presenting the material and kept students on task by asking students to
revoice statements and ideas in their own words.
Guided students through warm-up problems, mainly consisting of sample PARCC problems, to
increase their confidence and understanding of the test.
Sophomore Practicum, Fisher Middle School, Ewing, NJ, Fall 2014
Tutored middle school students once a week in all subjects and assisted them with their homework.
Observed their learning behavior to better understand the students learning abilities.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Assistant Manager, Crystal Lake Beach Club, Oakland, NJ, Summer 2014 - Present
Organize and manage all beach memberships and funds up to $7,000.
Direct staff meetings and lifeguard drills, assist customers, and resolve all conflicts.
Lifeguard, Crystal Lake Beach Club, Oakland, NJ, Summer 2011- Present
Supervise the safety needs of all swimmers and members of the beach.
Maintain a safe and clean environment for patrons, while managing the front desk to assist customers.

ACTIVITIES/LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority
Senior Programming, Fall 2016
Standards Board Member, Fall 2016
Pearl Cup Chair, Spring 2016
Cystic Fibrosis Chairperson, Fall 2015
Chairperson of Fundraising, Fall 2014 and Spring 2015
The Council of Student Teachers of Mathematics, Secretary, September 2015 December 2016
Organized membership information, planned events, and sent emails on behalf of CSTM to coordinate
with faculty, members, and event guests.
Freshmen Meet and Greet, Mentor, November 2015 Present
Introduce freshman education majors to the four-year plan TCNJ creates, offer advice when it is
needed, and answer all questions to give them a comfortable transition into the program.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
Tutor, Petey Greene Program, Trenton, NJ, October 2015 May 2016
Visited Jones Farm Correctional Facility weekly to assist inmates with their academic studies to help
them obtain their GEDs.

SKILLS
Computer Microsoft Office software and Java
Languages Basic Spanish and basic American Sign Language
Proficient in intermediate level piano
Classroom Technology SMART Board, Geogebra, Geometers Sketchpad