Nick Reeder

Silver Spring, MD · 📞 240-643-4580 · nickreeder@gmail.com
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Interdisciplinary humanities teacher, coach, and mentor with experience across independent schools, public schools, and higher education. I teach discussion-based courses emphasizing critical thinking, analytical writing, primary-source analysis, and collaborative inquiry while supporting diverse learning profiles through student-centered and project-based approaches.

My scholarship explores the relationships among music, technology, culture, and community, with a particular focus on live music production and Afro-diasporic musical traditions. This work informs my teaching by helping students connect historical, cultural, and social perspectives across disciplines.

Teaching Strengths

Discussion-Based and Project-Based Learning
Interdisciplinary Curriculum Design
Primary-Source and Analytical Writing Instruction
Executive Function and ADHD Support
Mind Mapping, Visual Learning, and Non-Verbal Communication
Collaborative and Alternative Assessment
Outdoor and Experiential Education
Digital Learning Tools: Google Classroom, Canvas, Canva, Synergy, Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro

Education

Ph.D., Musicology — Brown University, 2014
M.A., Musicology — Brown University, 2008
B.A., History and English/American Literature — Brown University, 1993
Certificate, Recording Arts and Technology — California Recording Institute, 1996

Teaching Experience: Secondary & University

Part-Time History Teacher

Park School of Baltimore — Baltimore, MD
September 2025 – Present

Teach two sections of 10th Grade Modern World History using a discussion-based curriculum grounded in primary sources, comparative analysis, and collaborative inquiry
Emphasize analytical writing, critical thinking, and differentiated instruction while supporting a wide range of learning profiles

Long-Term Substitute Teacher, English

James Hubert Blake High School — Olney, MD
May 2025 – June 2025

Taught two sections of 9th Grade English and two sections of 10th Grade English within a college-preparatory public school curriculum
Designed and delivered lessons in literary analysis, reading comprehension, discussion, and analytical writing
Provided targeted feedback supporting student growth in structure, argumentation, revision, and critical reading
Differentiated instruction for diverse learners through inclusive and interdisciplinary teaching approaches

Substitute Teacher & JV Lacrosse Coach

Montgomery County Public Schools / Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda, MD
September 2021 – Present

Teach a wide range of middle and high school courses across the humanities, sciences, music, special education, health, and physical education
Adapt instruction across varied classroom settings while maintaining consistent classroom leadership, engagement, and support for diverse learners
Coach JV lacrosse while mentoring student-athletes in teamwork, leadership, communication, resilience, and personal accountability
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and families as part of a broader school and athletic community

Adjunct Professor of Music

Towson University — Towson, MD
September 2017 – May 2018

Taught Introduction to Music in the U.S. and World Music: The Americas, Africa, and Western Europe within an interdisciplinary undergraduate music curriculum
Designed collaborative and multimedia-based assignments integrating listening, cultural analysis, historical context, and participatory learning
Guided undergraduate students through comparative discussions of global musical traditions, identity, improvisation, and cultural exchange
Continued presenting and publishing interdisciplinary research while helping co-found a scholarly network focused on the history and cultural significance of live audio production

Lecturer & Writing Center Associate

Brown University — Providence, RI
2009 – 2014

Designed and taught Politics, Poetry, and Music, an interdisciplinary seminar integrating history, literature, music, media, and cultural studies
Led undergraduate discussion sections in jazz history and classical music while supporting collaborative and discussion-based learning
Developed digital scholarship and multimedia research projects introducing students to interdisciplinary media and research tools
Advised undergraduate students and visiting scholars on academic writing, research, revision, and argumentative communication across disciplines

Instructor

Ex’pression College for Digital Arts — Emeryville, CA
September 2000 – May 2001

Taught hands-on audio engineering and music production courses to small college cohorts within a professional studio environment
Delivered instruction in Pro Tools, recording technology, editing, mixing, signal flow, and professional studio workflow
Mentored students through collaborative recording projects designed to simulate real-world production and engineering experiences
Helped students connect technical studio skills with creative problem solving, communication, and collaborative production practices

Teacher, Outdoor Program Director, and Residential Supervisor

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School – Olympic Valley, CA
2002 – 2003

Taught English and History courses for grades 9–12 within a college-preparatory boarding school environment
Designed and led curriculum-integrated wilderness and outdoor education programs emphasizing leadership, collaboration, and experiential learning
Served as residential advisor and coached varsity skiing and soccer while mentoring students academically and socially

Student Support & Experiential Education

Counselor & Coach

Rite of Passage Residential Program — Minden, NV
1993 – 1995

Mentored at-risk youth within a residential educational and behavioral support setting
Led athletic and personal development programs focused on resilience, teamwork, accountability, and communication
Collaborated with multidisciplinary staff to support individualized student growth and development plans

Wilderness Trip Leader

Cragged Mountain Farm Summer Camp — Freedom, NH
Summers 1989 – 2005 (seasonal)

Led backcountry hiking, canoeing, and wilderness trips throughout New Hampshire and Maine
Taught outdoor safety, environmental awareness, teamwork, and leadership through experiential education
Supported youth development through collaborative, hands-on learning experiences emphasizing independence, responsibility, and group problem solving

Athletic Leadership & Coaching

Assistant Coach, Former Head JV Boys Lacrosse Coach

Walt Whitman High School — Bethesda, MD
2021 – Present

Contribute to one of Maryland’s most competitive public high school lacrosse programs through practice planning, film review, player development, and mentorship
Emphasize communication, discipline, resilience, and community-building while supporting student-athlete growth on and off the field

Assistant Coach, Varsity Boys Lacrosse

Park School of Baltimore — Baltimore, MD
2025 – Present

Support varsity student-athletes within an independent school program emphasizing leadership, accountability, teamwork, and academic-athletic balance
Contribute to a collaborative coaching environment focused on mentorship, communication, resilience, and community-building

Head Coach, 2029 Boys Club Team

Rebels Lacrosse Club — Olney , Maryland
2024 – 2025

Coached advanced youth athletes within a competitive year-round club lacrosse environment
Emphasized lacrosse IQ, accountability, teamwork, communication, and long-term player development
Designed practices and individualized skill instruction focused on both technical growth and positive team culture

Coach, 7/8 Boys Youth Program

Olney Girls and Boys Club — Olney , MD

2004-2025

Helped develop and expand an emerging youth lacrosse program through clinics, offseason training sessions, and community outreach
Led skill development, practices, and game preparation for middle school athletes within a competitive community-based program
Fostered a positive team environment emphasizing effort, communication, sportsmanship, and confidence-building

Multi-Sport Youth Coach

Various Community Programs — Bethesda & Silver Spring, MD
2017 – 2024

Coached youth lacrosse, basketball, and soccer across community-based programs including Bethesda Lacrosse, CYO, and Silver Spring Warriors
Built positive, development-focused team environments across multiple age groups and competitive levels

Collegiate Coaching Experience

Brown University — Providence, RI
1991 – 1993

Served as Assistant Coach for Division I Varsity Men’s Lacrosse and Head Coach for JV Lacrosse while completing undergraduate studies
Supported player development, skill instruction, practice organization, and team preparation within a competitive collegiate environment

Additional Professional Experience

Consultant

Mozaik Media — Palo Alto, CA
2017 – 2018

Consulted with a Silicon Valley startup developing cloud-based, multi-camera video production and distribution technologies
Provided research, strategic guidance, and media workflow support for collaborative production systems

Digital Archivist

Brown University, Orwig Music Library — Providence, RI
2007 – 2010

Restored, transferred, and digitized historic analog audio recordings
Designed and maintained digital archival databases and audio cataloging systems
Installed and maintained Pro Tools and audiovisual production systems for graduate student research

Acoustic Designer & Audio Engineer

Three Trees Music — Nashville, TN
2005

Designed and constructed acoustic treatment systems for a residential recording studio owned by musician Bucky Baxter
Engineered recording sessions across multiple musical genres and collaborative studio environments

Environmental Assessment & Housing Manager

Palisades Tahoe — Olympic Valley, CA
2001 – 2005

Managed employee housing operations and supervised maintenance staff within a large residential complex
Assisted international seasonal employees with housing logistics and administrative coordination
Directed environmental assessment projects involving erosion analysis, infrastructure evaluation, and regulatory compliance
Supervised field data collection teams and contributed to large-scale environmental reporting projects

Studio Owner & Freelance Audio Engineer

Nick Reeder Studios — San Francisco, CA
1997 – 2001

Designed, constructed, and operated a full-service Pro Tools recording studio serving independent artists and multimedia projects
Recorded and mixed projects across genres including rock, hip-hop, gospel, jazz, and film/media production
Collaborated with artists including E-40, Steve Kimock, MC Hammer, Universal Studios, and numerous Bay Area independent musicians

Intern & Assistant Engineer

The Plant Recording Studios — Sausalito, CA
1997

Assisted professional recording and mixing sessions within a major commercial studio environment
Developed technical knowledge of analog and digital recording systems, signal flow, editing, and studio workflow

Paralegal

Keker & Van Nest — San Francisco, CA
1996

Supported legal research and case preparation within a high-profile technology litigation firm while attending recording school in San Francisco

Interests

Drums and percussion
Brazilian music and culture
Snowboarding , mountain biking, and outdoor recreation
Coaching youth sports