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Neal Austin Smith III

644 Dahoma Trail

Woodstock, GA 30188

Education and Certifications

Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA

August 2011 to Present

Specialist in Education in Instructional Technology, Currently Attending

Columbus State University, Columbus, GA

June 2008 to August 2010

Master of Education in Secondary English Education, August 2010

The University of Georgia, Athens, GA

August 2002 to December 2007

Master of Education in Sports Studies Sports Communications, December 2007

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism Public Relations, May 2006

Relevant Teaching Experience

Simpson Middle School, Marietta, GA
Technology Education Teacher, Robotics Team Coach, Book of the Month Sponsor
July 2014 to present

Designed curriculum for STEM pathway program

Planned and delivered lessons in the STEM curriculum

Collaborated with other technology teachers to create and deliver vertically aligned STEM curriculum for three grade
levels with distinct courses in each grade level

Assisted in writing Promising Practices grant proposal, secured grant funding, and administered $28,000 grant to
build STEM program

Assisted in completing application and requirements to pursue Georgia state certification as STEM pathway school

Administered, coached, and organized schools First Lego League robotics team
Special Education Teacher, Reading Bowl Coach, Book of the Month Sponsor
June 2011 to July 2014

Assisted and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instruction and materials ensuring the
diverse needs of every student are successfully realized

Planned and delivered small group special education classes in Language Arts and Mathematics

Managed special education cases for 13 students per school year, ensuring that all paperwork was completed
correctly and on appropriate deadlines

Re-launched the schools Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl team

Durham Middle School, Acworth, GA

Supply Teacher and Substitute Teacher
February to June 2011

Assisted and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instruction and materials ensuring the
diverse needs of every student are successfully realized

Actively supported teaching professionals on effective working strategies with Special Needs students

Pike Country High School, GA

English Language Arts Teacher and Reading Bowl Coach
July 2009-June 2010

Prepared lessons accommodating the differences of student learning styles

Planned and utilized appropriate instructional and learning strategies and activities

Coordinated with other language arts teachers to plan and implement goals, objectives, and methods adhering to
institutional and district guidelines

n.austinsmith@gmail.com
706-273-8524

Neal Austin Smith III

644 Dahoma Trail

Woodstock, GA 30188

Facilitated open lines of communication with parents via phone calls, e-mails, and personal conferences in order to
inform parents of the progress of the student
Assisted students in preparation for college attendance through test preparation, college research, application
assistance, and letters of recommendation
Launched the first Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl team; responsibilities included recruiting team members, establishing
team rules, coordinating practices, designing team logo, letterhead, and t-shirts

Special Education Teacher

July 2008 to June 2009

Developed and implemented individualized education programs for special educations students in Language Arts

Identified and implemented goals tailored to the students individual needs and abilities

Assisted and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instruction and materials ensuring the
diverse needs of every student are successfully realized

Actively supported teaching professionals on effective working strategies with Special Needs students

Other Work Experience

Country Fare Caf, Ellijay, GA
Co-Owner and Kitchen Manager
July 2010 to January 2011

Launched niche restaurant; renovated building and prepared for service as a caf meeting all health regulations

Managed 16 employees; interviewed, selected, and trained staff in kitchen and front of house

Supervised cooking and dish area employees for a 72-seat restaurant

Orchestrated recipe/menu development based on guest trends/preferences and seasonal considerations; sourced
vendors and negotiated inventory cost

Developed advertising strategies, layout, and design for a variety of media channels

Gwinnett Gladiators, Duluth, GA

Media Relations Intern
September 2007 to June 2008

Created first team media guide; wrote and edited articles, laid out content, and designed graphics

Composed and edited monthly newsletter, press releases, Website stories, and game notes

Launched organizational system for all media clips for the entire five-season lifespan of the team

Accommodated media representatives; issued press credentials, supplied in- game statistics, and assisted in
coordinating player interviews, photo and video shoots, and press conferences

Wrote, filmed, and edited in-game video features

Honors and Awards

Simpson Middle School Teacher of the Year nominee
Simpson Middle School Teacher of the Month
Pike County High School Teacher of the Year Finalist
Bright Ideas Grant Recipient

2013-14
September 2012
2009-2010
2009

Presentations and Conferences

Attendee, International Society for Technology in Education Conference, July 2014

Presenter, Hold me, touch me, teach me: Using hands-on manipulatives to teach middle grades mathematics.
Teachers Leading Cobb Conference, June 2013
Attendee, International Center for Leadership in Education Model Schools Conference, June, 2012