Nathaniel Licht
Delmar
Summary
Dynamic, versatile facilitator and Kinesiology student with international academic experience in sports science. Proven leadership across educational, athletic, clinical, and community organizations. Skilled in event planning, public speaking, and providing individualized instruction in diverse environments. Demonstrates a strong commitment to team collaboration, safety compliance, and fostering meaningful community engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher & Teachers Assistant
Bethlehem Children’s School
Slingerlands, NY
07.2019 - 08.2025
- Managed classroom organization and activities for groups of children aged 3 to 6, utilizing a nature-centered, pedagogical approach.
- Designed individualized instruction plans to accommodate diverse student needs, including disabilities and severe allergies.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to execute summer camp agendas and school-year curricula focused on motor, speech, and reading skills.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety standards, ensuring a secure and welcoming learning environment.
- Part time
Physical Therapy Shadow
New Scotland Physical Therapy, LLC
Slingerlands, NY
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Observed over 60 hours of outpatient clinical operations under certified physical therapy professionals.
- Assisted in documenting comprehensive patient notes, focusing on evaluation metrics, history, therapeutic exercises, and future outlooks.
- Cultivated a strong foundational understanding of patient-centered care and rehabilitative methodologies.
- Internship
Landscaper
Self-Employed
Delmar, NY
06.2019 - 07.2024
- Operated a successful independent residential lawn care service managing mulching, weeding, and landscape design for local clients.
- Designed and implemented landscape designs tailored to client specifications.
- Managed soil preparation, plant selection, and installation processes for diverse projects.
Park Maintenance
Lawsons Lake County Park
Feura Bush, NY
06.2018 - 07.2022
- Executed trail formation, debris clearing, and routine maintenance projects to ensure post-felling worksite safety standards.
- Mitigated environmental threats to local waterways through the targeted removal of invasive algae species.
- Sustained outdoor park facilities to promote safe public and private recreational use.
- Coordinated volunteer programs to support park maintenance efforts while engaging community members in stewardship activities.
- Optimized resource allocation for park maintenance tasks, ensuring efficient use of budget and manpower.
- Seasonal
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Exercise Science
State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, New York12-2026
International Study Exchange Program - Interdisziplinäre Sportwissenschaft
Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln
Cologne, Germany07-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Bethlehem Central Senior High School
Bethlehem, NY06-2023
Skills
- Healthcare & Fitness: Physical Therapy Shadowing, Human Movement Analysis, Patient Care, Nutrition Research, Lifelong Athlete (Lacrosse, Basketball, Soccer, Jiu-Jitsu)
- Certifications: CPR, AED, and Safety Certified; Open Water Safety Skills
- Leadership & Instruction: Public Speaking, Classroom Management, Child Development, Outdoor Education, Mentoring & Discipleship, Curriculum Development
- Environmental & Technical: Land Conservation, Trail Maintenance, Event Planning, Film Photography, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interests
Creative Arts: Urban and landscape manual film photography, mixed media art (woodworking, pottery, glassworking), and guitar/music theory application (~7 years), Writing & Research: Co-authoring theological literature reviews; maintaining a Substack publications (Potent Thought, Scriptural Exegesis) focused on theology and philosophy, Community Music: Former band member (Poison Ivy League), performing at local community events and Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) functions
Languages
English (Native/Bilingual)
Spanish (Limited Working Proficiency)
German (Limited Working Proficiency)
Portuguese (Limited)
Timeline
Physical Therapy Shadow
New Scotland Physical Therapy, LLC
05.2025 - 07.2025
Teacher & Teachers Assistant
Bethlehem Children’s School
07.2019 - 08.2025
Landscaper
Self-Employed
06.2019 - 07.2024
Park Maintenance
Lawsons Lake County Park
06.2018 - 07.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Bethlehem Central Senior High School
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Exercise Science
State University of New York At Cortland
International Study Exchange Program - Interdisziplinäre Sportwissenschaft
Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln
Volunteering Experience
FOCUS Churches of Albany Inc – Albany, NY | Volunteer (Feb 2026 - Present)
- Contribution to poverty alleviation efforts by assisting in meal preparation, kitchen maintenance, and food service operations for local community members.
Cru & Bethlehem Lutheran Church – Cortland & Delmar, NY (Aug 2023 - Present)
- Facilitating weekly men's small group sessions, developing scripture-based lesson plans that encourage open dialogue and spiritual growth.
- Direction of audio-visual logistics, managing the setup, calibration, and maintenance of sound equipment for weekly services and community conferences.
- Coordination and leading of musical rehearsals, delivering constructive feedback to band members to optimize performance quality.
Boy Scouts of America (BSA) – Delmar, NY (Jan 2011 – Aug 2023)
- Achieved the Life Scout rank over an eight-year tenure, demonstrating community service leadership.
- Coordinated weekly training meetings, managed troop equipment inventories, and organized community service initiatives and charity donation funding drives.
National Youth Leadership Training (BSA) – Poestenkill, NY (Jun 2019 – Jul 2022)
- Mentored youth participants in outdoor survival techniques, ethical decision-making, and large-scale outdoor culinary standards.
- Developed and delivered presentations on team dynamics and the value of diversity in leadership.
Trinity United Methodist Church – Albany, NY (Mar 2020 - Jan 2021)
- Managed the packaging, inventory maintenance, and distribution of food resources for local pantries, supporting disaster and humanitarian relief.
- Handled heavy equipment and physical logistics to optimize warehouse and distribution workflow.