Nick Ellis
@nickellis
Experienced English educator specializing in curriculum and writing instruction.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an English educator with classroom experience from middle school to high school, focused on curriculum development, student engagement, and restorative practices. I hold a Masters of Education in English Education and a BA in English & Linguistics, and I am licensed to teach English grades 5–12 in New Hampshire.
Throughout my career I have designed high-interest units across genres—from urban legends and crime literature to poetry and the classics—and implemented constructivist methods and RTI interventions for writing and language mechanics. I have taken leadership roles such as 6th Grade Team Leader, SEL Committee member, and club advisor, and I bring experience working with students with ASD and other special needs.
I also pursue professional development in creative writing and linguistics, with experiences including a Poet Fellowship, linguistic fieldwork in Senegal, and community support work. I seek roles where I can continue building student-centered curriculum, foster strong classroom relationships, and contribute to collaborative professional learning communities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
English Teacher
Concord High School
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Developed high-interest English curricula and student engagement strategies across genres including urban legends, crime literature, and classics; advised extracurriculars and contributed to professional learning communities to improve student outcomes.
Wrote album reviews focused on tone, listener response, and production aesthetics for alt-country releases, building a concise music-journalism voice over an eight-month engagement.
6th Grade Writing Teacher
Hillsboro-Deering Middle School
Jan 2017 - Jan 2022 (5 years)
Taught academic and creative writing using constructivist units of study, organized RTI ELA interventions, and led syntax-focused mechanics instruction, while serving as 6th Grade Team Leader and SEL Committee member.
K-12 Substitute
Hopkinton School District
Jan 2013 - Jan 2017 (4 years)
Provided K-12 classroom instruction and inclusion support, facilitating activities and modeling appropriate behavior; supported a student with ASD in emotional regulation and access to curriculum.
Community Support Worker
Ascentria Care Alliance
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Supported individuals with developmental disabilities through daily living assistance and social-role valorization practices, aiding communication and community engagement.
Education
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Plymouth State University
Bachelor of Arts, English & Linguistics
Grade: Cum Laude, Dean's List
Activities and societies: Advised clubs, organized Poetry Month author visits, participated in professional learning communities
Completed undergraduate studies at Plymouth State University, graduating in the class of 2017 with focus on English and Linguistics.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Master of Education, English Education
Earned a graduate degree in English Education, preparing for secondary English teaching certification and instructional roles.
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