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Overview
Work History
Education
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Collegiate Soccer
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Nicholas Gumlaw

West Springfield,MA

Summary

Highly motivated leader with over 14 years of experience in the field of education. Seasoned Soccer Coach successful at helping players improve gameplay, agility and strength. Skilled at managing team roles, creating game strategies, and tactical planning. Bringing 32 years of experience as a player and coach.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

21st Century Grant Site Coordinator

Collaborative for Educational Services
West Springfield, MA
12.2022 - Current
  • Organized and managed logistics for multiple events.
  • Maintained accurate records of event activities and expenses.
  • Monitored budget and tracked expenditures. Budget of over 50k per year.
  • Scheduled staff members for on-site duties and programming.
  • Managed Payroll for a staff of 10 employees.
  • Developed community events.
  • Developed and implemented high quality programs and activities for students aged 1st-5th grade.
  • Worked collaboratively with school staff as well as school and district adminstration.

Varsity Boys Soccer Coach

West Springfield Public Schools
West Springfield, MA
08.2012 - Current
  • 2x Massachusetts State Champion Head Coach (2013 Divsion 1 and 2021 Division 2)
  • Head Coach: 2013 District Western Mass Champion
  • 2012 Western Mass Soccer Coach of the Year
  • 3x League Champion
  • Overall Record:120-66-43
  • Developed 12 All State and 2-All New England Players
  • 20 Players over tenure played at the collegiate level for D1,D2, and D3 schools.

Coaching Responsibilities:

  • Organized and led drills to improve player technique and tactical awareness.
  • Developed team strategies, tactics, formations, and set plays for competitive matches.
  • Evaluated players' performance during practice sessions and games.
  • Monitored the academic progress of student-athletes to ensure eligibility requirements were met.
  • Communicated with parents regarding their child's development, both athletically and academically.
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship and teamwork skills in order to build a positive team dynamic.
  • Scheduled practices, games, tournaments, meetings, travel arrangements.
  • Provided feedback to athletes on their performance in practice sessions and competitive matches.
  • Managed budgets related to equipment purchasing, transportation, and coaching fees.
  • Assisted with fundraising activities for the soccer program.
  • Analyzed game film from previous matches in order to identify areas of improvement for upcoming contests.
  • Supervised assistant coaches throughout all aspects of the soccer program.
  • Established relationships with local clubs and West Springfield Youth Organization to develop training opportunities.

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

West Springfield Public Schools
West Springfield, MA
08.2010 - Current
  • Provided instruction in the areas of geography, economics, civics and history to 7th grade students.
  • Developed lesson plans for each subject area that met state standards.
  • Organized field trips to historical sites and museums to enhance learning experiences.
  • Assessed student performance using tests, quizzes, projects and other activities.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through lectures, discussions and debates on current events topics.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study across multiple subjects.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction based on individual student needs within the classroom setting.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.

Education

Masters in History And Secondary Education - History And Secondary Education

Westfield State College
Westfield, MA
05-2014

Bachelor of History And Secondary Education - History Teacher Education

Westfield State Universtiy
Westfield
05-2009

Skills

  • Program Leadership
  • Staff Supervision
  • Fundraising
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student Engagement
  • Recruitment and Community Involvement
  • Team Management
  • Soccer: Tactical Awareness
  • Soccer: Scouting

Collegiate Soccer

As a Collegiate Soccer Player:

  • American International College. Two seasons (2004 and 2005). ECAC Tournament
  • Westfield State College. Two Seasons (2006-2008). NCAA Qualifier, MASCAC Champions, First Team All-MASCAC Selection, leading scorer both seasons.

Timeline

21st Century Grant Site Coordinator

Collaborative for Educational Services
12.2022 - Current

Varsity Boys Soccer Coach

West Springfield Public Schools
08.2012 - Current

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

West Springfield Public Schools
08.2010 - Current

Masters in History And Secondary Education - History And Secondary Education

Westfield State College

Bachelor of History And Secondary Education - History Teacher Education

Westfield State Universtiy
Nicholas Gumlaw