Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Practicum Experience
Volunteer and Community Experience
Certification
References
Timeline
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Nicole McGill

Bible Hill,NS

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Educational Assistant with experience supporting diverse learners in classroom settings. Skilled in assisting with lesson delivery, adapting materials to meet individual student needs, and fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Experienced in supporting students with special needs, behavioural challenges, and varying learning styles. Passionate about promoting student success through patience, empathy, and effective communication with teachers, parents, and support staff.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Summer Literacy Camp Lead

Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed solutions for addressing behavioural issues.
  • Supported literacy development through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Provided academic assistance while following specific curriculum materials.
  • Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
  • Responsible for overseeing counsellors.
  • Addressed parental concerns.
  • Contributed to successful camp operations by coordinating daily schedules.
  • Designed learning and recreational activities for 20 campers between the ages of 5 and 7.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between campers, providing support and guidance.

Seasonal Program Assistant

4-H Nova Scotia
05.2021 - 06.2024
  • Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
  • Created a welcoming environment by respecting diversity and promoting inclusivity among program members.
  • Collaborated with fellow coordinators to create innovative programming that catered to various interests and skill levels.
  • Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
  • Organized and guided group activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.

Dance Teacher Assistant

Arie Dance Company
09.2016 - 06.2021
  • Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a dance curriculum for various age groups and skill levels.
  • Assessed student's progress and provided constructive feedback.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.

Childcare Provider

Lisa Poehl
11.2018 - 04.2020
  • Developed activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on children.
  • Administered first aid when needed.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
05-2027

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Psychology, Minor in English

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
05-2025

Skills

  • Recreation leading
  • Flexibility
  • Staff management
  • Role modeling
  • Risk management
  • Boundary setting

Practicum Experience

Cooperative Learning Placement , 03/2021 - 06/2021

Redcliff Middle School - Valley, NS

  • Supervised students in the morning and during recess.
  • Worked with small groups of students to improve their understanding of concepts.
  • Led whole-class activities.
  • Incorporated the use of technology to improve student learning.

Volunteer and Community Experience

Art Program Volunteer , 09/2024 - Present

L'arche - Antigonish, NS

  • Responsible for assisting art-based activities for adults with disabilities.
  • Effectively communicated with program participants, developing positive relationships.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee Member , 06/2024 - Present

4-H Nova Scotia - Truro, NS

  • Promoted accountability by regularly reviewing practices and providing feedback for improvement.
  • Fostered an inclusive environment by creating a space where individuals feel included.

Team Secretary & Event Coordinator , 09/2023 - Present

St.FX Dance Team - Antigonish, NS

  • Assisted leadership team with administrative teams to ensure operations run smoothly.
  • Led the planning of team performances, events, and fundraisers.

Cake Decorating Junior Leader , 10/2021 - Present

4-H Nova Scotia - Truro, NS

  • Assisted in teaching new techniques to children with varying skill levels.
  • Supported children in moments of frustration by offering encouragement.

Backstage Volunteer , 06/2022

Arie Dance Company - Truro, NS

  • Supervised up to 50 dancers, ages 3-15.
  • Provided emotional support to nervous dancers through reassurance.

House Spirit Representative , 09/2021 - 04/2022

St.FX University - Antigonish, NS

  • Responsible for promoting and encouraging event attendance.
  • Collaborated with other members of the house council, ensuring that everyone's opinions were heard.

Shared Reading , 09/2019 - 06/2021

Cobequid Educational Centre - Truro, NS

  • Read collaboratively with peers who identified as having a disability.
  • Adapted my reading approach based on the needs of the individual student.

Co-President , 09/2019 - 06/2021

T.N.R 4-H Club - Truro, NS

  • Responsible for planning activities for members aged 7-21.
  • Organized community service projects, encouraging member involvement.

Certification

Basic First Aid - CPR C and AED

Active Smarter Kids (A.S.K.)

HIGHFIVE - NS Recreation

Reconnecting with Nature - Hike NS

Autism Awareness for Recreation Leaders

Gender-Based Analysis Plus

Commit to Kids

References

  • Lisa Patton 902-890-8630
  • Lisa Morgan 902-986-1969

Timeline

Summer Literacy Camp Lead

Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education
07.2024 - 08.2024

Seasonal Program Assistant

4-H Nova Scotia
05.2021 - 06.2024

Childcare Provider

Lisa Poehl
11.2018 - 04.2020

Dance Teacher Assistant

Arie Dance Company
09.2016 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

St. Francis Xavier University

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Psychology, Minor in English

St. Francis Xavier University
Nicole McGill