Eric Morton
Rouses Point,NY
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record of leadership and effective communication, honed across diverse roles from teaching at Richford High School to serving in the US Army. Excelled in project management and team collaboration, ensuring timely completion of complex projects. Skilled in problem-solving and interpersonal relations, consistently achieving and exceeding goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Myself
Rouses Point, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Built decks, patios, etc.
- Repaired broken fixtures.
- Laid flooring.
- Interior and exterior painting.
Lumber Associate
Lowe's
Plattsburgh, NY
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Calculated costs associated with each order based on material types and quantity requested.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure safety standards were met.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality assurance purposes.
- Handled customer purchases, processed paperwork, collected payments and organized deliveries.
Loader
UPS
Plattsburgh, NY
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
- Placed parts on trailer safely to reduce damage during shipment.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher/Assistant Principal
Alburgh Community Education Center
Alburgh, VT
08.1998 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Created lesson plans focusing on world history, important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society.
- Engaged in continuous learning about historical events, developments, and scholarly debates to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance, behavior, and academic goals.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Created and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding, adapting teaching methods as necessary.
- Utilized online platforms such as Google Classroom or Edmodo to facilitate communication between teachers, parents, and students.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Assisted students in developing critical thinking skills by encouraging them to ask questions and make connections between different concepts in the social studies curriculum.
- Organized and led field trips to historical sites and museums to provide experiential learning opportunities.
- Developed and implemented engaging social studies curriculum for middle school students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects that integrated the social studies curriculum into other subject areas.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress through grading assignments and providing feedback on their work.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices for teaching middle school aged students.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, discussions, and project-based learning, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Led professional learning communities within the department to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
- Supervised activities such as field trips and simulations to provide hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom through the use of smart boards, educational software, and online resources to enhance learning experiences.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Employed assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Enforced rules of conduct in the classroom while also promoting respect for diversity among classmates.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as debates, mock trials, and historical reenactments that encouraged student engagement with the material being studied.
- Evaluated students' academic performance, social development and behavior.
Apartment Owner
Myself
St. Albans, VT
06.1997 - 04.2017
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Maintained all aspects of the dwelling.
- Mediated tenant disagreements.
- interviewed and background checked all prospective tenants.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Richford High School
Richford, VT
08.1997 - 01.1998
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, discussions, and project-based learning, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, debates.
- Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level science students.
Freight Forwarder
AN Deringer
Burlington, VT
04.1995 - 02.1997
- Organized transportation of goods by air, sea or land to meet customer requirements.
- Inspected cargo prior to loading onto vessels or other modes of transport ensuring safety standards are met.
- Coordinated with overseas agents regarding documentation preparation and cargo tracking.
- Collaborated with various departments such as sales, accounting and operations on projects related to freight forwarding services.
Bartender
Akes' Place
Burlington, VT
10.1990 - 04.1995
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Builder
LaBozz Design Buiders
Nyack, NY
08.1988 - 08.1989
- Installed drywall, flooring, and other building materials.
- Performed rough carpentry tasks such as cutting rafters or studs for framing houses and buildings.
- Installed siding on homes or buildings according to specifications.
- Constructed staircases from cut stringers and risers with handrails attached securely in place.
- Repaired damaged plasterboard walls prior to painting.
- Assembled scaffolding to provide safe access to elevated work areas.
- Installed kitchen cabinets, countertops, bathroom fixtures, appliances, and trimming.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
Infantry Soldier
US Army
Fort Myer , VA
10.1984 - 10.1988
- Served in the 3rd U.S. Infantry, The Old Guard, Official Escort to the President of the United States.
- I worked in the White House, marched at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and worked in Arlington National Cemetery.
- Set up combat positions and deployed forward weaponry in support of overall combat mission.
- Constructed and camouflaged defensive positions to protect against enemy advances.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Conducted regular war games without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
- Developed defensive positions to protect against enemy attacks.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Participated in reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science, And Education
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05-1994
High School Diploma -
BFA
Saint Albans, VT06-1984
Skills
- I am a quick learner, and a positive team player
- I communicate with people extremely well
- I am always prompt
- I enjoy working and consider myself a very hard, as well as a smart worker
- I have been in leadership positions throughout my career, and I consider myself efficient and effective in such a position
- I have worked with a wide variety of people my entire life, and I have the ability to work well with all
Affiliations
- I love to cook, hike, and read.
- I enjoy working with my hands.
- One of my hobbies is refinishing antique furniture.
- I like working with antique, reclaimed wood.
Timeline
Lumber Associate
Lowe's
03.2022 - 05.2024
Handyman
Myself
01.2022 - Current
Loader
UPS
11.2021 - 04.2022
Middle School Social Studies Teacher/Assistant Principal
Alburgh Community Education Center
08.1998 - 09.2021
High School Social Studies Teacher
Richford High School
08.1997 - 01.1998
Apartment Owner
Myself
06.1997 - 04.2017
Freight Forwarder
AN Deringer
04.1995 - 02.1997
Bartender
Akes' Place
10.1990 - 04.1995
Builder
LaBozz Design Buiders
08.1988 - 08.1989
Infantry Soldier
US Army
10.1984 - 10.1988
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science, And Education
University of Vermont
High School Diploma -
BFA