Nathaniel Hopkins
North Richland Hills
Summary
Experienced educational professional with a strong background in classroom management, student support, and program development. Proven ability to build structured, engaging educational environments that prioritize student success and foster both academic and social development. Eager to contribute stability, leadership, and strategic planning skills in diverse professional settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools North Texas
- Current
- Currently a Site Coordinator for Communities In Schools North Texas at Calhoun Middle School’s after school program.
In-School Suspension (ISS) Aide
Lewisville Independent School District
03.2023 - 03.2025
- In my role as an ISS Aide, I support students in maintaining academic focus and behavioral standards while collaborating with teachers and administrators to implement strategies that reduce disciplinary actions and ensure student success.
- Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Instructional Support:
- Developed and executed strategies to decrease classroom referrals and ISS placements.
- Worked with certified teachers and administrators to maintain an orderly and structured classroom environment.
- Provided academic support to students completing assignments from classroom teachers, ensuring timely completion and understanding.
- Monitored student progress and communicated with teachers regarding additional support needs.
- Student Management & Behavior Intervention:
- Taught social and emotional skills to help students succeed in returning to the classroom.
- Build positive, supportive relationships with students, motivating them to improve their academic and behavioral performance.
- Utilized behavior management techniques, interventions, and disciplinary actions in alignment with LISD policies and individual student plans (IEPs).
- Supervised students during all activities, including lunch and bathroom breaks, ensuring adherence to behavioral expectations.
- Record Keeping & Reporting:
- Accurately tracked and recorded student attendance in line with district and campus guidelines.
Extended School Day (ESD) Campus Lead
Lewisville Independent School District
09.2019 - 03.2025
- As an ESD Campus Lead, I oversee the operations of the after-school program and work to create structured, engaging environments that focus on both academic and social development.
- Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Program Development & Management:
- Developed and implemented an engaging, productive, and structured after-school program for students in grades 1-5.
- Created daily schedules, lesson plans, and disciplinary/reward systems. Supervised a team of aides, ensuring student safety and program effectiveness.
- Behavior Management & Support:
- Reduced disciplinary referrals by implementing proactive behavior intervention strategies and promoting a positive, student-centered environment.
- Provided academic support and fostered social development through collaborative and engaging activities.
- Staff Leadership & Training:
- Trained aides to become campus leads, fostering leadership within the team.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and other school staff to ensure student success.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences -
University of North Texas
Denton, TXPsychology
The University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT09.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Edwards S. Marcus High School
Flower Mound, TX01.2016
Skills
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Program Development & Strategic Planning
- Student Support & Academic Assistance
- Social & Emotional Learning
- Leadership & Staff Training
- Conflict Resolution & Team Leadership
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Competitive Analysis & Customer Feedback
- Site operations planning
- Mentorship and training
- Staff supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Improvement implementation
- Training and mentoring
- Scheduling coordination
- Compliance management
- Program oversight
- Workflow planning
- Staff training
- Community outreach
- Supplies distribution
- Inventory control
- Student rapport
- Student engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative lesson plan development
- Critical thinking
- Student assessment
- Effective listening
- Positive role model and mentor
- Public speaking
- Relationship building
- Team building
Timeline
In-School Suspension (ISS) Aide
Lewisville Independent School District
03.2023 - 03.2025
Extended School Day (ESD) Campus Lead
Lewisville Independent School District
09.2019 - 03.2025
Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools North Texas
- Current
Psychology
The University of Connecticut
High School Diploma - undefined
Edwards S. Marcus High School
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences -
University of North Texas
Additional Experience
- Founder Institute — Houston, TX
- 2019 Summer Cohort
- The Founder Institute is the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator, having helped launch over 4,000 companies across 185+ cities globally.
- Gained valuable feedback, insight, and advice from experienced mentors within the Houston entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Collected market data and customer insights to address identified customer problems.
- Developed a brand identity, designed a logo, and created a landing page.
- Built a detailed customer archetype based on research to identify and understand the target audience.
- Interviewed potential customers to assess the pricing of my revenue model and gather feedback.
- Conducted competitive analysis to identify customers of competing products and created strategies to encourage them to switch to my solution.
- Created a pitch deck presentation for a panel of mentors, similar to a 'Shark Tank' style evaluation.
Leadership Council
- Leadership Council — Flower Mound, TX
- Fall 2014 - Spring 2016
- Captain of the Team: Chosen by Head Coach Gerry Stanford, leading the team through various activities and motivating peers.
- Mentorship: Mentored by NFL Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson, Cliff Dean (former NFL player), and former/current U.S. Marines.
- Leadership Development: Attended weekly meetings to develop leadership traits essential for success on and off the field.
- Team Leadership: Led team meetings, including public speaking, creating activities, and fostering a positive environment.
- Conflict Resolution: Addressed any internal strife and disciplinary issues, ensuring harmony and respect among teammates.