AUSTIN HUNTER SOMERS
New York,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with experience teaching, coaching, and mentoring in a wide range of fields. Passionate about ancient history, ancient philosophy, and spirituality.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full Time Student Teacher
Lake Avenue Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Gradually assumed all teaching and administrative responsibilities for a 2nd grade classroom.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Part Time Student Teacher
Ballard Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Modern Martial Arts NYC
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Planned and lead daily camp activities such as field trips and daily martial arts classes.
- Served as the first line of communication for families.
- Established a positive camp culture by modeling professionalism, enthusiasm, and respect at all times.
Part Time Pre-K Teaching Assistant
Skidmore College Early Childhood Center
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted head Pre-K teacher during daily classroom activities.
- Lead portions of daily classroom instruction.
- Supported lead teacher in creating a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment, fostering positive relationships among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education Studies
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, New York05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Classics
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, New York05.2025
High School Diploma -
Poly Prep Country Day School
Brooklyn, New York06-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Positive behavior support
- Youth mentorship
- Youth athletic instruction
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
Currently on track to receive a New York State teaching certificate for grades 1-6.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English
Native or Bilingual
Latin
Limited Working
Accomplishments
- Guided 2nd graders through their desire to successfully change Lake Avenue Elementary School's two gym names to create a more welcoming environment.
- One of two Skidmore Education Studies department students selected for additional scholarship funding "based on (my) commitment to the EDS major and the field of teaching."
- Voted commencement speaker by Poly Prep's class of 2020 classmates.
Timeline
Full Time Student Teacher
Lake Avenue Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Part Time Student Teacher
Ballard Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Part Time Pre-K Teaching Assistant
Skidmore College Early Childhood Center
09.2021 - 04.2023
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Modern Martial Arts NYC
06.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Classics
Skidmore College
Currently on track to receive a New York State teaching certificate for grades 1-6.
Bachelor of Science - Education Studies
Skidmore College
High School Diploma -
Poly Prep Country Day School
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