Trevor K. Slater
Educator
Media,PA
Summary
Experienced educator with a passion for differentiated instruction and restorative justice. An adaptable educator and administrator with extensive experience teaching across multiple content areas in diverse educational settings, from inner-city Baltimore to rural Maine. Strong background in special education, social justice, and experiential education, with a commitment to fostering student-centered, inquiry-based learning. Skilled in differentiated instruction styles, curriculum design, and integrating 21st-century skills to develop students' thinking and global citizenship. Adept at collaborating with teachers and parents to design enrichment and remediation strategies, analyze student data to drive instruction, and implement innovative approaches to education. Known for a dynamic and engaging communication style, both in the classroom and with colleagues, and parents. Strong ability to build meaningful connections, provide targeted support, and create an inclusive learning environment that nurtures curiosity, problem-solving, and community.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Student Life
East Bay School for Boys/The East Bay School
07.2025 - Current
- Designed weekly field trip and curriculum enhancement programs
- Manage school wide Restorative Justice discipline program
- Manage all extracurricular activities including electives, sports teams, field trips, celebrations, class trips, and family events
- Design and implement professional development for faculty
- Developed student engagement programs to enhance community involvement.
- Managed student organizations, providing guidance and resources for success.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to enrich student experiences.
- Promoted social justice initiatives across campus through workshops, lectures, forums.
- Managed budgets related to student life programming and events.
- Communicated frequently by telephone, email and in-person meetings with families of students struggling to meet school expectations for discipline and attendance.
STEAM Dept. Chair/Math Teacher/Advisor
East Bay School for Boys/The East Bay School
07.2024 - Current
- Lead development and implementation of a project-based math curriculum for grades 6-8.
- Supervise 7/8th grade advisory group, including providing SEL curriculum, academic coaching, and parent communications.
- Supervise STEAM Faculty
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Facilitated communication between administration, faculty, and parents regarding school policies.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum delivery.
Teacher/Learning Coach/Program Director
Kents Hill School
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Instructor in the Learning Center providing individualized coaching and instruction for students with diverse learning challenges
- Program Director of a whole school weekly character development program.
- Teacher of math, leadership, and mindfulness courses.
- Director of the Outing Club
- JV Boys Basketball coach
- Dorm Supervisor
Lead Teacher of the 7th/8th Grade Class
Chewonki Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Develop placed based curriculum in all subjects
- Plan weekly community-based field trips to connect with curriculum
- Plan and participate in multi-day wilderness expeditions
- Supervise and plan with teacher assistant
Math Teacher and Special Education Teacher/Coordinator
Harpswell Coastal Academy
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Developed and coordinated all special education services for a startup charter school.
- Provided case management and direct service instruction to students in grades 6-12.
- Trained and supervised educational technicians.
- Trained and supervised newly hired special education teachers.
- Developed and implemented high school math program.
- Developed a restorative justice disciplinary model.
Self Contained Classroom Teacher
The REAL School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed and instructed courses in all content areas across grades 9-12.
- Lead teacher of a self-contained therapeutic alternative program serving students with severe emotional disabilities and mental health issues.
- Oversaw all areas of case management for students in the program.
- Supervised two educational technicians.
Lead Teacher at Opportunity Farm
The Community Schools at Opportunity Farm and Camden
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Designed curriculum and instruction across content areas in an integrated and project based alternative education program.
- Trained staff and facilitated Restorative Justice Practices including resolution circles.
- Assessed and developed individualized plans for students in multiple content areas.
Self Contained Classroom Teacher
Mt. Ararat High School
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Developed and instructed courses in all content areas across grades 9-12 including PE, Health, and Creative Writing.
- Lead teacher of a self-contained therapeutic alternative program serving students with emotional and developmental disabilities.
- Oversaw all areas of case management for students in the program.
- Supervise two Educational Technicians.
Special Education Teacher
Lyseth Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Ran a resource room for students with Learning Disabilities and ADHD.
- Coordinated services for students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger's syndrome.
- Directed instruction and consultation services for students and teachers.
- Coordinated parent communication and education.
Educational Technician III
King Middle School
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Co-taught in a behavior management self-contained classroom.
- Worked within an experiential educational framework and helped students create projects that were then presented to an authentic audience.
- Designed lessons and behavior plans for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
Education
Masters - Special Education
01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Social Justice in Experiential Education
01.2000
Skills
- Program development
- Restorative justice
- Extracurricular management
- Faculty training
- Curriculum enhancement
- Student mentorship
- Conflict resolution
- Effective leadership
- Team building
- Adaptability
- Curriculum design
- Program management
- Multicultural competence
- Teacher development
References
- Robert Smith, Head of School, ebs, Berkeley, CA, (650) 275-2396
- Dana Rosenburg, Head of School, ebsb, Berkeley, CA, (510) 409-0247
- Chris Cheney, Head of School, Kents Hill School, Kents Hill, ME, (207) 897-8004
- John D'Aneiri, Head of School, Harpswell Coastal Academy, Harpswell, ME, (207) 233-6125
Certification
CA Moderate Needs Special Education Credential
Timeline
Director of Student Life - East Bay School for Boys/The East Bay School
07.2025 - Current
STEAM Dept. Chair/Math Teacher/Advisor - East Bay School for Boys/The East Bay School
07.2024 - Current
Teacher/Learning Coach/Program Director - Kents Hill School
01.2018 - 01.2021
Lead Teacher of the 7th/8th Grade Class - Chewonki Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Math Teacher and Special Education Teacher/Coordinator - Harpswell Coastal Academy
01.2013 - 01.2017
Self Contained Classroom Teacher - The REAL School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Lead Teacher at Opportunity Farm - The Community Schools at Opportunity Farm and Camden
01.2011 - 01.2012
Self Contained Classroom Teacher - Mt. Ararat High School
01.2008 - 01.2011
Special Education Teacher - Lyseth Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2008
Educational Technician III - King Middle School
01.2004 - 01.2007
The University of Southern Maine - Masters, Special Education
Hampshire College - Bachelor of Arts, Social Justice in Experiential Education