Steven Yates
Montgomery,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic educator bringing strong background in creating lesson plans, devising multimedia presentations, giving group instruction, teaching writing and hosting exams. Professional and helpful in fielding student questions to clarify information, explain lesson content and suggest points of research for deeper understanding of subject matter. Strong team member who contributes in a professional learning community.
Experienced coach bringing guidance and mentoring to athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training habits and positive character.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach/History Te
Montgomery ISD Lake Creek High School
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective practice routines and drills.
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans for successful outcomes in competitive matches.
- Promoted a positive team culture through the reinforcement of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork values.
- Strengthened players'' skills by providing individualized attention and instruction during practices.
- Taught Junior American History and World History
History Teacher/Junior High Coach
Tomball ISD Grand Lake Junior High
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary source analysis in lessons and assignments.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance and confidence.
- Coached Football and Basketball
History Teacher/Assistant Coach
Willis ISD, Lynn Lucas Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary source analysis in lessons and assignments.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance and confidence.
- Coached Football, Basketball and Track
History Teacher/Coaching Staff Member
Magnolia ISD Bear Branch Junior High
08.2011 - 06.2020
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance and confidence.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that connected historical events with scientific, literary, or artistic movements.
- Head Basketball Coach, Assistant Football Coach
Education
Associate of Arts - Secondary English Education
Harding University
Searcy, AR12.1995
Skills
- Academic Support
- Reading Comprehension
- Student Engagement
- Expertise in US History
- Historical Analysis
- Writing instruction
- Player evaluations
- Character Development
- Performance Improvements
- Game coordination
Certification
Secondary English Education
Secondary Social Studies Composite
ESL Certified
GT Certified
CDL Bus Driver Certification
Timeline
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach/History Te
Montgomery ISD Lake Creek High School
07.2023 - Current
History Teacher/Junior High Coach
Tomball ISD Grand Lake Junior High
08.2021 - 06.2023
History Teacher/Assistant Coach
Willis ISD, Lynn Lucas Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
History Teacher/Coaching Staff Member
Magnolia ISD Bear Branch Junior High
08.2011 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - Secondary English Education
Harding University
Secondary English Education
Secondary Social Studies Composite
ESL Certified
GT Certified
CDL Bus Driver Certification
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