NICHOLAS McMAHON
Moody,TX
Summary
U.S. Marine Corps veteran and dedicated educator with experience teaching 6th grade World Cultures and coaching boys athletics. Demonstrates strong leadership, adaptability, and classroom composure gained through seven years of military service in both domestic and international environments, including dignitary protection for a U.S. President and White House staff. Skilled in creating structured, engaging learning environments that support diverse student needs while maintaining discipline and respect. Experienced in mentoring and coaching youth through school athletics and volunteer programs. Committed to continuous professional growth and applying cross-disciplinary experience to support student success in both academic and athletic settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade World Cultures Teacher /Middle School Boys Coach
South Belton Middle School
07.2025 - Current
- Uses journals, stations, group work, and scaffolding to support learning.
- Maintain firm, respectful classroom management rooted in discipline and rapport.
- Students testing 6% above district average.
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and comprehension.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs.
- Football (Lineman Coach) Defensive Coordinator, Basketball, Track.
- Conditioning, practice planning, play design/calling, game‑day organization.
- Achieved winning record for football season; strong defensive performance in basketball.
- Offseason strength and conditioning coach.
- Developed training programs to enhance athletes' skills and performance.
- Implemented strategies for team cohesion and sportsmanship among students.
- Responsible for more than 300 students for athletics and in classroom grades
Boys Athletics Coach
South Belton Middle School
07.2025 - Current
- Football (Lineman Coach) Defensive Coordinator, Basketball, Track.
- Conditioning, practice planning, play design/calling, game‑day organization.
- Achieved winning record for football season; strong defensive performance in basketball.
- Offseason strength and conditioning coach
- Developed training programs to enhance athletes' skills and performance.
- Implemented strategies for team cohesion and sportsmanship among students.
- Responsible for more than 200 athletes
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2015 - 04.2022
- Leadership, training, and instruction in international environments.
- Skilled in simplifying complex concepts and fostering team success.
- Served under embassy dignitaries.
- Protected U.S. President and White House Staff members.
- Deployed and assistant Detachment Commander
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Lead more than 50 Marines at any given time.
Education
B.A. - History
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH06-2025
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Organization & Documentation
- Coaching & Mentorship
- Google Engines
- Microsoft Engines
Certification
- TEA 3-Year Certificate (T&I Ed)
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- CTE Certification
- Alt Cert 7–12 Social Studies, In Progress
Military Awards
- Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Meritorious Unit Citation
- Meritorious Mast x2
Timeline
6th Grade World Cultures Teacher /Middle School Boys Coach
South Belton Middle School
07.2025 - Current
Boys Athletics Coach
South Belton Middle School
07.2025 - Current
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2015 - 04.2022
B.A. - History
Southern New Hampshire University