Erik Newton
Fort Knox,KY
Summary
Dynamic leader with unmatched communication skills. Proven ability to enhance learning outcomes through innovative curriculum design and mentorship of new instructors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
US Army
Fort Knox, KY
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated over 9,000 student performance metrics and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Led curriculum design initiatives to enhance instructional quality and student engagement.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to improve engagement and retention of course material.
- Mentored over 20 new instructors, fostering professional development and enhancing instructional quality.
Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
Jackson, MI
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Led recruitment operations and outreach strategies to reach 100% mission accomplishment in FY 21
- Developed training programs for new recruiters, improving onboarding efficiency and effectiveness.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to refine strategies and optimize hiring processes.
- Collaborated with community organizations to increase brand presence and attract diverse candidates.
Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
Syracuse, NY
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Partnered with SUNY school systems to increase veteran enrollment and retention.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements in recruitment practices, ensuring adherence to standards.
- Implemented innovative recruiting techniques that reduced contact to contract by over 40%.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army Recruiting
Buffalo, NY
03.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented effective recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent for precise specialties.
- Collaborated with leadership to identify needs and streamline the selection process.
- Conducted thorough pre-qualifications, ensuring alignment with Army values and requirements.
- Leveraged advanced sourcing techniques to achieve over 100 qualified contracts in 3 years.
Air Assault School Instructor
US Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
04.2012 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with Division Leadership teams to align training objectives with organizational goals.
- Trained over 4000 Department of War Soldiers on sensitive aircraft operations per year.
- Provided personalized coaching to struggling students, ensuring their successful completion of the program.
Fire Support Specialist
US Army
Worldwide
07.2006 - 03.2012
- Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom twice and Operation Enduring Freedom twice.
- Coordinated overseas fire support operations to enhance mission effectiveness and safety.
- Analyzed battlefield data to determine optimal targeting solutions for artillery/mortar/aircraft.
- Developed training programs for over 100 Fire Support Specialists, improving team operational readiness.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for fire support coordination, increasing efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership And Learning
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2026
High School Diploma -
Oak Harbor High School
Oak Harbor, WA06-2005
Skills
- Unmatched communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Course development
- KSI/KSA identification
Accomplishments
Earned Instructor of the Year (2025) for the Recruiting and Retention college in Fort Knox, KY.
Selected as the runner up as the TRADOC instructor of the year (2025).
Developed two brand new occupational courses for the US Army in 2024 and 2025.
Earned the Master Army Instructor Badge (2026).
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2026).
Timeline
Instructor
US Army
01.2023 - Current
Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
12.2019 - 12.2022
Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
07.2017 - 11.2019
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army Recruiting
03.2014 - 06.2017
Air Assault School Instructor
US Army
04.2012 - 02.2014
Fire Support Specialist
US Army
07.2006 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership And Learning
University of Louisville
High School Diploma -
Oak Harbor High School