William Hawthorn
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
A passionate and dynamic educator who seamlessly integrates 21st-century learning strategies into the classroom, inspiring engagement, collaboration, and a love for lifelong learning. A natural leader who embodies the principles of Academics, Grit, Athletics, Growth Mindset, Self-Control, Resilience, Fine Arts, Passion, Deliberate Practice, and Spiritual Life, fostering a holistic approach to student development. With exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, I empower students to unlock their full potential while nurturing a values-driven environment rooted in character, integrity, and personal growth. Dedicated to inspiring students to dream big, persevere, and thrive, I am committed to guiding them toward success in every aspect of their lives. Offering unique blend of dedication and adaptability, ready to thrive in teaching environment and eager to learn and develop within this dynamic field. Brings foundational skills in educational theory and classroom management, ready to be further developed. Ready to use and develop communication and organizational skills in this teaching position.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Science / STEAM Teacher
Archdiocese Of St Augustine
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Designed and implemented innovative and engaging STEM projects that foster hands-on learning and real-world application of scientific principles.
- Created opportunities for students to build confidence and develop critical skills through projects such as working cardboard guitars, life-sized replicas of dinosaurs and animals, a life-sized Lamborghini, and functional cardboard boats tested in real water.
- Ensured each project emphasized collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving, helping students connect classroom concepts to tangible outcomes.
- Created opportunities for students to apply math and engineering concepts in practical ways, emphasizing their importance in problem-solving and decision-making.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Business Development /Endurance Division/ Sponsorship/Kids Races and Special Spartans
SPARTAN RACE INC
01.2015 - Current
- Spearhead expansion of brand into endurance division by developing strong relationships with premier athletes and gained their participation in races
- Developed value solutions and successful execution of events through collaboration with local government officials, convention and visitor bureaus, and athletic facilities and sports commissions
- Developed partnership the Twin City Y resulting in first ever Spartan/Y run with over 2,000 participants
- Increase race participants through creatively leveraging relationships with athletic faculties
- Coordinated Spartan Stamford Kids Race 2015-2016
- Race Coordinator and Senior mentor for Special Spartans
3 - 8 Science Teacher
SCHOOL OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
08.2017 - 07.2023
- Spearhead the development of a new science program which focused on the NYS Science Standards for 150 students including Living, Physical and Earth Sciences
- Dynamic and passionate STEM teacher with a proven track record of fostering an engaging, student-centered learning environment that empowers middle school students to thrive academically and personally. Skilled in creating innovative, hands-on lessons and projects that cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to integrating real-world applications, cross-disciplinary approaches, and technology to inspire curiosity and lifelong learning. Committed to nurturing a growth mindset and equipping students with the tools, confidence, and resilience needed to excel throughout their educational journey and beyond receiving over 125 letters from parents endorsing teaching style
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conceptualize and implement a dynamic Daily Science After School Club with approximately 25 students who conduct hands on creative science projects and help to care 41 animals in the classroom
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Middle School Science and Math Teacher
SAINTS PETER AND PAUL
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Developed and facilitated new and innovative teaching modalities for 6th, 7th and 8th which have resulted in increased student engagement and interest in learning
- Initiated parent collaboration in learning process to help develop individualized learning strategies for their child to succeed
- Researched and brought in visualized learning technology into classroom using Chrome Books and state of the art digital instruction sites
- Created all new assessments to measure competency level of students and implement individualized teaching method for differentiation of learning levels
Partnership Development Manager
DELTA INVESTMENT
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Successfully identified over 500 new investors and strategically cultivated these potential new assets
- Maximize firm's exposure by effectively collaborating with partners and communicating investment strategies with potential clients
- Increase assets under management by 25% through ideating creative strategies including Podcast, weekly newsletters and social media campaigns
Bond Broker
Tradition NA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Consistently generated annual sales rating in the top 1% of in office by developing strong working relationships with institution and fixed income traders at major institutions such as J.P.Morgan, Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs
- Leveraged strong network by forging authentic relations with institutional traders who also had a passion for fitness
Coach - Challenger Division
WESTSIDE LITTLE LEAGUE
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Coached developmentally disabled children from ages 6 to 15 year of age on baseball team
- Developed strong relationships and helped increased confidence and self-esteem through consistently pointing out their achievements
PTA - Assistant Vice President/ Member Student Leadership Team
PS 199
01.2007 - 01.2013
- PTA, Fundraising
- Helped raised over $1,000,000 for the school
- Attended weekly meetings and special sessions of Leadership and Executive Leadership Teams and contributed to major administrative initiatives, policies and decisions.
Big Brother
CATHOLIC BIG BROTHER OF NEW YORK
01.1993 - 01.2013
- Big Brother of the Year - Catholic New York
- Built and maintained a dependable and positive influence in the community based program
- Maintained relationships with little brothers and helping them get scholarships to a Catholic based education
- Continue to be a part of my mentee's lives for over 20 years
Bond Broker
CHAPDELAINE & CO.
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Responsible for 40% of Treasury bond group's total revenue
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, leading to better-informed decisions on bond purchases and sales.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased trust and long-term partnerships.
Bond Broker
MURPHY DURIEU
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Helped firm develop significant new book of business in the wake of Credit Crisis
- Develop and maintain relationships with institutional traders and fixed income traders at major institutions to encourage new business and expand opportunities for future sales
- Interact with clients daily, meeting face-to-face at least weekly
Education
Bachelor Science - Finance
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Bronx, NY05.1984
High School Diploma -
FORDHAM PREP.
Bronx, NY06.1979
Mathematics
Po Shen Loh. Live
OnlineMaster of Education (MEd) -
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
New York, NY01.2026
The Solar System/ Sketching To Learn/Reimagining
American Museum of Natural History
New York, NY12.2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
Additionalinterests
- 50+ Marathons
- Adventure Racing
- Extreme Endurance
- Three-time finisher Marathon Des Sable (150 miles through the Sahara Desert)
Timeline
Middle School Science / STEAM Teacher
Archdiocese Of St Augustine
08.2023 - Current
3 - 8 Science Teacher
SCHOOL OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
08.2017 - 07.2023
Middle School Science and Math Teacher
SAINTS PETER AND PAUL
09.2016 - 06.2017
Business Development /Endurance Division/ Sponsorship/Kids Races and Special Spartans
SPARTAN RACE INC
01.2015 - Current
Partnership Development Manager
DELTA INVESTMENT
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bond Broker
Tradition NA
01.2011 - 01.2015
Coach - Challenger Division
WESTSIDE LITTLE LEAGUE
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bond Broker
CHAPDELAINE & CO.
01.2010 - 01.2011
PTA - Assistant Vice President/ Member Student Leadership Team
PS 199
01.2007 - 01.2013
Bond Broker
MURPHY DURIEU
01.2007 - 01.2010
Big Brother
CATHOLIC BIG BROTHER OF NEW YORK
01.1993 - 01.2013
Bachelor Science - Finance
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Mathematics
Po Shen Loh. Live
Master of Education (MEd) -
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
High School Diploma -
FORDHAM PREP.
The Solar System/ Sketching To Learn/Reimagining
American Museum of Natural History
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