Nick Schloeder is a fifth grade homeroom teacher. As a 1985 graduate of Gilman, his favorite year as a student was fifth grade year with former Headmaster John Schmick. He always aspired to teach in the Lower School at Gilman. Mr. Schloeder joined the Gilman faculty in 1994.

After graduating from Franklin and Marshall with a degree in American History with an emphasis on wars and elections, Mr. Schloeder taught at Cardinal Hayes High School in the South Bronx in New York City. He later taught at Cardinal Gibbons Middle School in Baltimore. Mr. Schloeder also directed a program for troubled youth based out of South Baltimore that focused on job training, life skills and attaining their G.E.D.

In addition to his time at Gilman, Mr. Schloeder has served as the Offensive Line Coach at Johns Hopkins University for nearly 20 years. He enjoys his five teenage sons, coaching the Blue Jays, and watching NASCAR.

What is your favorite place to travel?

I love San Diego! I spend my vacations and summer in Encinitas and slowly am becoming a junior Padres fan. Though, I will always love the Ravens and Orioles.

Why did you choose to become a teacher?

My father taught at Gilman for 39 years and my mother was an elementary school teacher as well. My sister is an athletic director in Hartford, Connecticut. So, it seems to be a "family thing."

A meaningful quote:

“Who am I, who am I, where am I going, and who is going with me?" and “The things that define us are done when no one is looking.” Along with the Gilman Five, these are the guiding principles of 5C.