Noah S. Ward
Coxs Creek,KY
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Apprentice
Nelson County Schools
01.2026 - Current
- Serving as an 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Apprentice, assisting with daily classroom instruction and lesson delivery.
- Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to analyze student data and instructional effectiveness.
- Design and refine lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and learning objectives.
- Support daily classroom operations, student engagement, and instructional differentiation.
- Microschool Design Team
Teacher Apprentice
Nelson County Schools
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with daily fifth-grade instruction under Mr. Jeremy Chadwell and Ms. Samantha Wilson.
- Designed, created, and delivered lessons aligned with Kentucky Academic Standards.
- Supported classroom management, instructional planning, and student engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt instruction for diverse learning needs.
Statistician / Assistant – Boys Basketball
Thomas Nelson High School
11.2025 - Current
- Track and manage in-game statistics for varsity basketball games.
- Assist coaching staff with game preparation, organization, and post-game analysis.
- Support team operations during practices, games, and events.
Athletic Assistant
Coxs Creek Elementary School
10.2021 - 02.2026
- Assisted with boys’ and girls’ basketball games.
- Managed entry fees, concessions, and financial transactions during athletic events.
- Provided customer support for the online ticketing system.
- Troubleshot technical issues efficiently to ensure smooth event operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Nelson High School
Bardstown, KY05-2028
No Degree -
Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
No Degree -
Western Kentucky University
Skills
- Lesson Planning & Classroom Management
- Instructional Design & Student Engagement
- Effective Communication & Leadership
- Adaptability & Empathy for Diverse Learners
- Team Collaboration & Reliability
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Public speaking
- Problem Solving & Professional Judgment
- Customer Service & Public Speaking
- Proficient in PowerPoint, Video/Photo Editing, and Computer Applications
Accomplishments
- Nelson County Schools / WKU Teacher Apprentice – Earned April 2025
- Selected for the Grow Your Own Apprenticeship Program in recognition of commitment to the education profession.
- Educators Rising National Champion Exploring Careers: Student Support Services
- Dean's List Thomas Nelson High School 24-25 School Year
- Dean's List Thomas Nelson High School 25-26 School Year
Extracurricular activities
Educators Rising – LEAD Nelson Chapter
- Marketing and Communications Director
- National Champion (Exploring Support Services)
Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) & Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA)
- Bill Sponsor (Two Consecutive Years) – Authored and successfully passed legislation through committee and full assembly processes.
- Recognized as Outstanding Speaker and Delegate for two consecutive years for excellence in debate, advocacy, and leadership.
Timeline
Teacher Apprentice
Nelson County Schools
01.2026 - Current
Statistician / Assistant – Boys Basketball
Thomas Nelson High School
11.2025 - Current
Teacher Apprentice
Nelson County Schools
04.2025 - 12.2025
Athletic Assistant
Coxs Creek Elementary School
10.2021 - 02.2026
High School Diploma -
Thomas Nelson High School
No Degree -
Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
No Degree -
Western Kentucky University