Aaron Newell
Woodway,TX
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with 14 years of experience, consistently demonstrating effectiveness in various roles. Known for exceptional organization and planning skills, adept at collaborating with fellow educators, maintaining high standards, and paying close attention to detail. Skilled in connecting with students and inspiring motivation. Eager to utilize expertise to support students in achieving academic success at your institution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher and Multi-Sport Coach
Lorena ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing 7th Grade Texas History and 8th Grade U.S. History classes at Lorena Middle School.
- Collaborating with Social Studies faculty to create vertically aligned lessons and assessments in order to facilitate student success in meeting Texas History standards, while supporting their preparation for the 8th Grade Social Studies STAAR Test.
- Synthesizing personal social studies materials and activities with the Lowman Education curriculum in order to foster development of social studies skills and promote content mastery.
- Creating a positive classroom environment through classroom management systems, clear standards, and relational interactions with students.
- Utilizing the Parent Square app to communicate effectively with parents of both students and athletes - sharing information about upcoming contests and assignments, effectively answering parent inquiries, and providing feedback on students performance.
- As a Football, Boys Basketball, and Boys Track Coach at the middle school level, planning practices, managing rosters, maintaining communication with parents, developing and implementing game plans, improving the fundamental skills of players, and fostering a team-first culture within the athletic program.
Social Studies Teacher
Bryan Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned, taught, and assessed 7th Grade Texas History classes, including Pre-AP, On-Level, and Sheltered Instruction groups at Davila Middle School.
- Implemented aspects of blended learning into curriculum development and lesson implementation, allowing for a measure of student choice and ownership in meeting learning objectives.
- Utilized technology in a variety of ways to engage students, including use of Google Slides online interactive notebooks and other online programs such as Nearpod, Quizizz, Flipgrid, and Flocabulary.
- Facilitated success for Pre-AP students competing in the National History Day history fair competition, helping three student groups advance to the regional level in 2020-21.
Social Studies Teacher
Nassau County School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned for, taught, and assessed 8th Grade Civics classes at Yulee Middle School in both in-person and virtual settings at a highly-effective level.
- Prepared all students for success on the NGSSS Civics EOC Exam through engaging lessons, data analysis, and targeted review sessions.
- Organized all class content using the Canvas online platform, and utilized both Microsoft and Google apps for virtual class meetings and distribution/completion of assignments.
- Maintained a stellar level of communication with parents throughout the year, assuring their students had the best possible opportunities to achieve success in Civics class.
Social Studies Teacher & Multi-Sport Coach
Bryan Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Planned for, taught, and assessed 6th Grade World Cultures (Rayburn Middle School 2016-17) and 7th Grade Texas History (Davila Middle School 2017-2020) classes.
- Demonstrated accomplished methods of implementing classroom systems and expectations, planning engaging lessons, supporting all students through differentiated instruction, fostering a positive classroom culture, and effectively communicating with students and parents.
- Worked collaboratively with administrators, instructional coaches, and teachers to continue to improve the instructional and educational quality within the social studies department.
- As Assistant Baseball Coach at Rudder High School, planned and led individual practices aligned with program goals, managed rosters & lineups, hosted tournaments, facilitated team travel, implemented in-game strategies, and communicated effectively with coaches, parents, and athletes.
- As 7th Grade Football and Boys Basketball Coach at Rayburn MS and Davila MS, effectively taught fundamental skills and techniques, offensive and defensive team concepts, and the value or work ethic, toughness, and a team-first focus.
Social Studies Teacher & Baseball Coach
Snook Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Planned, taught and assessed 6th Grade World Cultures and 7th Grade Texas History classes at Snook Secondary School.
- Provided social studies students with learning activities and experiences that facilitated mastery of the state standards.
- Planned and implemented lessons using appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology, while accounting for individual learning differences.
- Conducted formal and informal assessments and used the data collected to inform further instruction.
- As Assistant Baseball Coach, assisted in running practices and working with individual players, providing in-game feedback and strategic input, and working to facilitate the athletic and academic success of student athletes.
Physical Education Department Head & Multi-Sport Coach
Houghton Academy
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Formulated and maintained a physical education program that focused on giving students a wide variety of sport and activity experiences in order to promote lifelong fitness and enjoyment of physical activity.
- Comprehensively planned, taught, and assessed high school and middle school PE classes, and 8th grade health class.
- Instructed students in the foundational concepts of physical fitness and health, providing them with the tools needed to lead healthy & active lifestyles.
- Managed and maintained gym facilities, along with a varied array of sports and fitness equipment.
- Head coached the following sports and levels: Varsity Girls Volleyball (2012-13), JV Boys Basketball (2011-2014), JV Boys Soccer (2011).
- Planned and coordinated practices, developing athletic skills and teaching players the values of solid work ethic, effort, perseverance, and leadership.
Education
Master of Science - School of Education Sports Administration
CANISIUS COLLEGE
Buffalo, NY02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching
HOUGHTON COLLEGE
Houghton, NY12.2010
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Physical Education
FULTON-MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Johnstown, NY05.2008
Skills
- Parent/Teacher Communication
- Professional Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Evaluation and Assessment
- Student Engagement & Development
- Creation of Positive Learning Environments
- Utilization of Educational Technology (Google Classroom, Canvas, etc)
Certification
- Texas Standard Teaching Certificate: Generalist (4-8)
- Texas Standard Teaching Certificate: Physical Education (EC-12)
- Texas Standard Teaching Certificate: ESL Supplemental (EC-12)
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate: Social Studies (6-12)
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate: Physical Education (K-12)
- State of Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher and Multi-Sport Coach
Lorena ISD
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Bryan Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Nassau County School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
Social Studies Teacher & Multi-Sport Coach
Bryan Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
Social Studies Teacher & Baseball Coach
Snook Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
Physical Education Department Head & Multi-Sport Coach
Houghton Academy
01.2011 - 05.2014
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Physical Education
FULTON-MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Master of Science - School of Education Sports Administration
CANISIUS COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching
HOUGHTON COLLEGE
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