Aaron Simmons
Powell,TN
Summary
Experienced education professional with a strong focus on fostering an engaging learning environment. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum implementation, and student assessment. Known for team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Reliable and responsive to changing educational needs.
Knowledgeable in Social Studies content with a background in education and classroom management. Effectively facilitated learning environments and managed student behavior in diverse settings. Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth classroom operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate student learning and engagement.
- Adapted instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to support curriculum delivery and student progress.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student engagement and collaboration.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and assistance as needed during lessons.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Retail Sales Associate
Southeastern Salvage Home Emporium
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service, assisting with product selection and inquiries.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance shopping experience and drive sales.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient checkout procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and improve operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Conducted inventory counts regularly to maintain stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
Associate's Degree - History
Pellissippi State Technical And Community College
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-2020
Master of Arts - Teaching
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Creative problem solving
- Safety awareness
- Lesson plan implementation
- Student engagement
- Discipline
- Group instruction
- Formative assessment
- Summative assessment
- Smartboard technology
- Results-focused
- Relationship building and management
Affiliations
- In March of 2024, I was a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success organization.
- There, I was taught valuable leadership skills and abilities to better serve me in and out of the classroom.
Certification
I have been trained in Trauma-Informed Classroom Practices while at ETSU.
Student Teaching Experience
- I was a student teacher at Tennessee Middle School, teaching 7th-grade Social Studies, and at Tennessee High School, teaching 9th and 10th-grade World History.
- My responsibilities in both schools were to plan instruction for each class period that aligned with state standards and was differentiated for learners with IEPs and ELLs, manage a safe and effective learning environment for every student, participate in parent-teacher conferences, and be involved in team planning meetings.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS
08.2025 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Southeastern Salvage Home Emporium
05.2019 - 08.2023
Associate's Degree - History
Pellissippi State Technical And Community College
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Tennessee Technological University
Master of Arts - Teaching
East Tennessee State University