Nicole Hines
Dana Point
Summary
Professional educator with significant experience in fostering learning environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to support dynamic educational needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Dana Point, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Supported classroom management and student engagement through individualized attention and instructional assistance.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop lesson plans aligned with Montessori educational principles.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences, promoting exploration and discovery among students.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
Assistant Teacher
St. Mary's School
Aliso Viejo, CA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported lead teacher in planning and delivering daily instruction for a 4th-grade classroom in a fast-paced private school environment.
- Provided small-group and one-on-one academic support in reading, writing, and math.
- Assisted with classroom management, student engagement, and behavior support.
- Prepared instructional materials, graded assignments, and maintained organized classroom resources.
- Supervised students during transitions, recess, lunch, and dismissal to ensure safety and positive behavior.
- Communicated regularly with teachers and staff to support student progress and classroom needs.
After School/Summer Camp Instructor
Community Roots Charter School
Laguna Niguel, CA
06.2020 - 06.2022
- First hired for summer camp leader and mentor, and was in charge of second grade students.
- Was asked to join the team for after school care, Community Care Club, and worked with different grades ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade.
- During the Fall of 2020, campus was closed and students were learning from devices in the comfort of their own home. The Community Care Club offered a program for students with parents who were working, where they could come to school and provide instruction and help with zoom classes. I helped students with any work they were struggling with, made sure each child was logged on to the correct zoom, and monitored their computer use.
- Lunch and snack supervising during school hours.
- From January 2021 to June 2021, I was a Physical Education instructor with 3rd to 5th graders due to lack of instructors feeling comfortable to be back at school.
- From Fall 2021 to March 2022, I was the after school instructor for grades 3rd to 7th, checking them in once school has gotten out, providing them with snacks, incorporating fun games and activities daily. Our team would spend numerous hours a week planning out thoughtful, educational, and interactive activities for our students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2022
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible and adaptable
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
St. Mary's School
08.2022 - 06.2023
After School/Summer Camp Instructor
Community Roots Charter School
06.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
California State University, Fullerton