PAUL C. MENARD
Lunenburg,MA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educational leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as curriculum design and implementation. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact student success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance engagement and boost performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Licenses
Work History
Upper Forum Social Studies Teacher
Nashua High School North
01.2005 - Current
- Designed and wrote Nashua North’s AP Psychology curriculum for approval by College Board
- Served as co-chair of North’s Steering Committee overseeing self-study and initial accreditation process through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in 2007 - 2010 and 2017 - 2018
- Designed Titan Connections mentoring program within the school to address the social and emotional needs of freshmen by connecting them with upperclassmen
- Managed student volunteers within Titan Connections through selection, training, and implementation of the mentoring program
- Led committee of teachers and administrators to explore solutions to attendance issue through data collection and analysis to maximize student potential within existing budget constraints.
Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math/Science Summer Program
Fitchburg State University
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Mentored 10 students to create college application-worthy essays.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and delivered four-week behavioral science course.
Residential Ropes Course Director
Camp Wildwood
04.2004 - 08.2006
Summer Ropes Course Director & Outdoor Education Instructor
MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Responsible for daily operation of summer challenge course program including supervision, training and management of staff, management of over 30 challenge elements, and facilitation of group experiences on course serving 200 participants per day.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Academy of Learning and Technology
05.2004 - 08.2005
- Developed and led, along with the school psychologist, an adventure curriculum for students focusing on communication, healthy risk-taking, and leadership skills
- Developed modified curriculum to meet the educational needs and abilities of at-risk students
- Collaborated closely with colleagues and school administration to assess progress, modify, and carry out individual plans to improve the academic and social development for each student
A.P.L.E (Adventure Programming and Leadership Education) Coordinator
Applewild School
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Planned, designed, and developed all aspects of an adventure curriculum including budget creation and management, selection of contractors and service providers, and collaboration with staff to find curricular intersections for the program.
Middle and Upper School History Teacher
Applewild School
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Served as homeroom advisor for students and was responsible for maintaining and developing student's skills for a successful year and transition into Upper School
- Coordinated the 6th grade fall orientation trip to Chewonki Outdoor Classroom- responsible for all aspects of pre-trip including budgeting, planning and preparation as well as attending the trip
- Coached: intramural lacrosse, field hockey, sport climbing, and challenge/outdoor activities.
Senior Camp Director/Archery Instructor/Youth Counselor
Applewild Summer Programs
01.1998 - 01.2003
Middle School History Teacher
Academy of Notre Dame
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Taught a two-year US History program for 7th and 8th grade, 7th grade Literature, 7th and 8th grade art.
Residential Camp Director
Barry 4-H Conservation Camp
01.1996 - 01.1998
Education
M. Ed - Curriculum and Instruction
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA08.2021
BA - History and Social Studies Education
Notre Dame College
Manchester, NH05.1992
Skills
- Individual mentoring
- Student Engagement
- Group leadership
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership promotion
Certification
- Restorative Justice Training- Nashua School District, 2022
- Responsive Classroom Teacher Training- Northeast Foundation for Children
- Massachusetts Teaching Certification: #305787
- New Hampshire Teaching Certification: #49142
Timeline
Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math/Science Summer Program
Fitchburg State University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Summer Ropes Course Director & Outdoor Education Instructor
MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center
01.2008 - 01.2010
Upper Forum Social Studies Teacher
Nashua High School North
01.2005 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Academy of Learning and Technology
05.2004 - 08.2005
Residential Ropes Course Director
Camp Wildwood
04.2004 - 08.2006
A.P.L.E (Adventure Programming and Leadership Education) Coordinator
Applewild School
01.2002 - 01.2004
Middle and Upper School History Teacher
Applewild School
01.1998 - 01.2004
Senior Camp Director/Archery Instructor/Youth Counselor
Applewild Summer Programs
01.1998 - 01.2003
Middle School History Teacher
Academy of Notre Dame
01.1996 - 01.1998
Residential Camp Director
Barry 4-H Conservation Camp
01.1996 - 01.1998
M. Ed - Curriculum and Instruction
Fitchburg State University
BA - History and Social Studies Education
Notre Dame College
Recognition
- Invited guest presenter at the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association’s annual Student Leadership Conference, 2018, 2019
- No Bell Award recipient, given in recognition of exceptional teaching and awarded by students, Nashua High School North, 2019
- Principal’s Leadership Award, Nashua High School North, 2016, 2019
- Invited presenter at the New Hampshire Council for the Social Studies annual conference, 2010, 2012, 2013
Recognition
- Invited guest presenter at the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association’s annual Student Leadership Conference, 2018, 2019
- No Bell Award recipient, given in recognition of exceptional teaching and awarded by students, Nashua High School North, 2019
- Principal’s Leadership Award, Nashua High School North, 2016, 2019
- Invited presenter at the New Hampshire Council for the Social Studies annual conference, 2010, 2012, 2013
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