Cory Matthew Sicard M.S.

2904 W. White Oak St. Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Phone: (720) 937-4918 E-Mail: cmsicard12@gmail.com Portfolio: cmsicardteachingportfolio.weebly.com

Summary
Driven, high-energy educator with a demonstrated track record of passionate, innovative, and collaborative
teaching over 4 years. Experience in Middle and High School and College levels. Highly involved member of
Colorado State Universitys Professional Development School (PDS) in the Center for Educator Preparation
department. Seeks a role in fostering a culture of curiosity, inventiveness, and exciting scientific education.

Experience
Student Teacher- Preston Middle School

January 2016-April 2016

Physics and Earth Science: Instructed 8th grade students on a 90-minute block schedule. Used a cooperative
teaching method with my mentor teacher to facilitate both traditional and project-based learning strategies.
Graduate Teaching Assistant Mentor

August 2013-May 2016

Life Science: Used observational teaching methods to instruct incoming Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTA) on
proper laboratory instruction. Assessed progress weekly and provided feedback.
LIFE102 Attributes of Living Systems Lab Instructor

August 2013- May 2016

Presented all class material and policies accurately and clearly for two to three sections each semester.
Implemented remedial sessions for students requiring extra instruction. Helped students develop and improve study
methods, and assessed on lab technique and content.
BZ350 Genetics Recitation Instructor

June 2013- December 2015

Used lecture, discussion or demonstration based teaching strategies to deliver relevant information. Drafted letters of
recommendation for students graduate school applications. Encouraged class discussion on controversial topics to
promote critical thinking.
Laboratory Research Assistant

January 2009-December 2015

Used proper scientific method-based techniques to research topics in cancer chemotherapy, cell cytoskeleton, and
basic mitosis. Provided training to incoming undergraduates and new lab members. Performed basic laboratory
management tasks like ordering, organizing, and presenting.

Education
Teaching Licensure, Center for Educator Preparation Professional Development School

May 2016

Achieved during Masters Education at Colorado State University.

Master of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology, Colorado State University

May 2016

Enrolled in the Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences department, Cell and Molecular Biology department,
and the Center for Educator Preparation Professional Development School.
Bachelor of Science, Genetics, New Mexico State University

December 2011

Enrolled in the newly formed Genetics Department.

High School Diploma, ThunderRidge High School
Three years playing Football, Four years in Track and Field.

May 2007

Skills
Proficient in life, chemical, and physical sciences and laboratory techniques from 7 years of relevant research lab
experience. Strong communication and leadership skills. Experienced in Co-Teaching and singular teaching
classroom models. Proficient in differentiating teaching methods, and strong in relationship building and enthusiasm.

Accomplishments
Led Graduate Teaching Assistant Mentor Program in Biology department.
Awarded Graduate Teaching Assistant Fellowship for 8 semesters straight, including two summer sessions.
Certified (TILT) college tutor in science.
Presidential Chairman of Gamma Sigma Alpha academic society.
Chairman of Community Service and Academics for Inter-Fraternal Council.
Founding Member of the Zeta-Phi Chapter of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, having held multiple leadership positions.
Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts of America, having held multiple leadership positions.

Special Training
MTSS and Intervention Training
AVID Tutor Training
Human Relations Training
Relationship Building
Diversity Training
Classroom Management
Inquiry-based Scientific Learning

Reference
Mrs. Elizabeth Loyd, M.S.
Eighth Grade Teacher
Preston Middle School
(970) 430-8879
Ms. Donna Weedman
Biology Department Lab Coordinator
Colorado State University
(970) 491-4061
Mrs. Heidi Frederiksen, Ph.D.
Co-Chair for Center for Educator Preparation
Colorado State University
(970) 491-6534