James Poldiak

James Poldiak

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Hello! My family and I relocated to Alabama in December of 2022, and I began teaching at Hampton Cove Middle School on January 4, 2023. I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I am married to my wife Jen and we have 2 children, Jacob and Jess. I enjoy hunting and fishing as well as rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.

Education

Bachelors degree in Elementary Education at Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA

Certifications

Class B. Elementary (75A) Grades K-6

Grades

6

Department

Social Studies

Experience

27 years of experience teaching in grades 3, 4, and 6. The majority of my teaching career has been spent teaching 6th grade. I have taught math, social studies (world geography), ELA, and science.
I have coached during my entire teaching career in Pennsylvania. I coached football at 4 different schools and was fortunate to be the offensive coordinator for a school that won 3 consecutive Pennsylvania Class A State Championships. I also was the head baseball coach at my former school.