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Will Hester

Spanish Fort,AL

Summary

Dedicated educator with proven record of engaging students in a variety of ways and helping them achieve success. Wide range of experience including teaching, coaching, debate, curriculum, and alumni relations for nearly two decades. Energetic and innovative teacher always willing to learn new methods and strategies to adapt to the ever-changing world of education. Compassionate, creative, and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher and Debate Coach

Bayside Academy
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Started new Debate program, including Mock-Trial and Mock-Congress at state level while connecting Middle and Upper School Divisions.
  • Started AP World History course for 9th graders, focusing on college-level writing and analytical skills.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Teacher and Debate Coach

ACCEL Day And Evening Academy
08.2019 - 05.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Started both AP and Intervention programs to help increase college and career readiness.

Teacher and Debate Coach

St. Mary Catholic School
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Organized, hosted, supervised youth debate conferences with surrounding local schools.
  • Taught multiple grade-levels a variety of subjects, including Civics, Ancient Civilizations, Geography, American History, and Debate.
  • Taught a diverse group of students, making accommodations to assist those with learning differences.

Teacher And Debate Coach

St. Paul's Episcopal School
07.2011 - 05.2016
  • Served in a variety of roles, including curriculum, teaching, debate, and alumni relations.
  • Strengthened debate club by enhancing existing programs and bringing new opportunities for students.
  • Taught a variety of subjects from AP European History, Writing Seminar, World History, and Debate.

Teacher And Coach

UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2005 - 05.2011
  • Taught A.P. European History, along with Government/Economics, and World History.
  • Led Debate program, including mock-trial and youth legislature.
  • Assisted Varsity basketball program and coached Middle School teams

Education

M.A. - History

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
2015

B.A. - History

Birmingham Southern College
Birmingham, AL
1998

Skills

  • AP Classroom Instructor
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Student Engagement
  • Strong Collaborator
  • Effective Communicator
  • Student Support
  • Life-long Learner
  • Growth-Mindset

Timeline

Teacher and Debate Coach

Bayside Academy
08.2023 - Current

Teacher and Debate Coach

ACCEL Day And Evening Academy
08.2019 - 05.2023

Teacher and Debate Coach

St. Mary Catholic School
08.2016 - 05.2019

Teacher And Debate Coach

St. Paul's Episcopal School
07.2011 - 05.2016

Teacher And Coach

UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2005 - 05.2011

M.A. - History

University of South Alabama

B.A. - History

Birmingham Southern College

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