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Develop and implement methods of instruction and curriculum of planned courses in the area of Health & Physical Education.Collaborating with the teaching team to develop relevant lesson plans based on standards, state requirements, student needs’ assessments, and special education recommendations.Educate students using project-based learning, lecture and demonstration, audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement instruction.Assessing student needs and providing support or extra resources to struggling students as well as exceptional achievers.Incorporate life skills, transitional components, and career-based learning within instructional practice.Communicating with students, teachers, and counselors regarding underperformance and other concerns.Keeping abreast of current events and incorporating these events and themes into lessons to enhance relevance for students.Consistently and accurately document attendance, classroom departures, safety and security concerns, student behaviors, and any other necessary information. When applicable, determine, implement, and document replacement instruction. Seek additional opportunities to work collaboratively with outside agencies to support instruction and promote exceptional learning opportunities to advance course curricula.Regularly communicate with education teams and Department of Human Services (DHS) teams to discuss alterations of the school schedule, student behavior concerns, upcoming projects or tests, and other items of high priority.Integrate technological components to improve lesson delivery, maintain accurate recordkeeping, and develop multimedia skills-based learning.Establish a structured, consistent, classroom management style that promotes a safe and secure learning environment for all members of the educational community.Build a strong and positive role in the school environment focused on supportive, collaborative rapport with students, co-teachers, and DHS staff.

United States

Teach students so that they can acquire a basic fundamental knowledge of driving.Stress the importance of defensive driving.Instruct students in the major causes of accidents.Provide information on the natural forces of nature that affect the movement and performance of an automobile.Assist students in understanding the signs, signals, highway markings and highway design features that require understanding for safe operation of motor vehicles.Instruct students on the PA Vehicle Code, rules of the road, and other state laws and local ordinances.Teach the differences in the characteristics of urban and rural driving including safe use of the freeway/expressway.Stress the importance of maintaining critical vehicle systems and sub-systems that require preventive maintenance.Provide information on the effects of alcohol and drugs.Evaluate all students.Confer with the driver education data assistant on the scheduling of students for behind-the-wheel instruction and submittal of required forms to PennDOT.Complete yearly certification audit with PennDOT for Behind-the-Wheel End of Course Skills Testing Program.Retain accurate driving route maps and narratives.Submit necessary records to data assistant.Communicate with parents on the progress of individual students.Attendance at training seminars and in-service programs identified as mandatory/important to the operation of an effective instruction program.Participation in workshops/seminars to increase knowledge in Driver/Safety Education.

Assisted head coach and assistants in all aspects of the programConducted drills that helped to improve athletes' skills, stamina, and performancePrepared players to participate in basketball games and coached team during gamesSupported an atmosphere of ethical, academic and athletic development of student-athletes

United States

Collaborates with other staff members in the educational process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies and maintains confidentiality.Works cooperatively with and maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members, and the general public.Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department.Participates in an ongoing professional development program to enhance professional competence and abides by state law and regulations regarding continuing education.Creates and utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and to provide students with opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.Recognizes and uses appropriate technology relevant to the curriculum taught.Establishes an educational environment which appreciates a multi-cultural understanding within the classroom.Promotes and utilizes a proactive, positive, and constructive approach in dealing with conflict.Complies with and is familiar with all students’ IEPs, Service Plans, action plans, or other administratively approved adaptations and appropriately accommodates disabilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Clarion, Pa

Supervised and interact with 1-5 children at a time, ages 9 months-8 yearsAdministrative activities dealing with ThinSoft program, customer service, and program registrationCreated bulletin boards for Personal Training Staff and Child Watch SupervisorAided Personal Trainers in group training by helping with lifting form

Clarion, Pennsylvania

Managed and implemented the approved program budgetMonitored and purchased necessary sporting equipment as budget permitsEvaluated the effectiveness and participation in the programsDeveloped and distributed sports rules, guidelines and handbooks to coaches and sport's staffCreated teams from paid and financially assisted registrations and develop and distribute game schedulesOrganized and conducted sports clinics

Knox, Pa

Assisted head coach in all aspects of the programConducted drills that helped to improve athletes' skills, stamina, and performancePrepared players to participate in basketball games and coached team during gamesSupported an atmosphere of ethical, academic and athletic development of student-athletes

Brookville, Pa

Taught students in kindergarten to 12th gradeDeveloped a two-week unit on the muscular system and physical activity for 11th grade health classWorked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practicesAdministered both formative and alternative assessments to evaluate students’ growthAssisted classroom teacher with setting up and implementing heart rate monitors in the physical education setting

Indiana, Pennsylvania

Supervised and organized Special Needs Activity Program (SNAP)Created student schedule for volunteer hoursCollected registration and payments from clientsAssigned student-client pairing for 30 or more studentsEngaged in on-on-one and in small groups with clients during swimming and gymnasium activities

Knox, Pa

Completed over 1,700 hours of service that included tutoring, mentoring and projects to improve the communityTutored and mentored students in grades 7th - 12th who are identified as at risk, economically disadvantaged and/or have special or exceptional needsInstructed students in the subjects of math, biology, English, and healthCreated assessments and used Google classroom to track students’ progressOrganized a service project that allowed students to make cards for veteransFostered a positive classroom culture where students felt safe and welcomedAttended professional development days hosted by Keystone SMILES AmeriCorps

Fryeburg, Me

Coached campers ages 7-16 in basketball skills and in tournamentsLived with 7 campers ages 7-9 for 7 weeks with the assistance of a co-counselorDesigned and implemented weekly schedule, activities, and programming for camp groupDeveloped and reinforced daily routines and taught children good hygiene habitsIdentified and responded to campers’ behavioral concerns using conflict resolution, and reported concerns to camp leadership when necessaryProvided leadership to campers and acted as a role model in all areas of camp activities, including cleanliness, punctuality, chores, rules, and sportsmanship.Escorted and monitored children on field trips to swimming pools, amusement parks, and outdoor recreational parks

Indiana, Pa

Instructed children ages 3 -13 in various sports including, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and track & fieldGroup sizes varied from small to large ranging from 5-20 playersEvaluated skill levels for individuals and teams is essential to assess overall improvementCoordinated and referee women's and coed volleyball, basketball and adult soccer leaguesTrained new employees for refereeing and coaching within youth sports programs

Indiana University Of Pennsylvannia

Hosted Dave Andrews, Executive Director at YMCA of Greater New YorkComposed biography and introduced Mr. Andrews to conference attendeesAssisted and worked within team for event set up, registration and clean upTimed mini session speakers

Granby, Co

Taught campers 7-12 years old in groups of 18 gun & bow safety and shooting technique Planned weekly activities related to theme weekInstructed 11 year and older campers in an advanced rifle sessionCared for 6-8 children a week ranging from 7-12 years oldInstilled the YMCA core values through life lessons to campers

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States

Assisted with practices: transitioning between drills, retrieving equipment, ensured that practice schedule time was being adhered to.Had to resign due to injury that made me unfit to continue in role.

Indiana University Of Pennsylvannia

Contacted 20 local businesses about possible sponsorship opportunities Administrative duties dealing with program creation and detailed time schedules Created a duty lists for 13 member student staff for day of operationsIntegrated project ideas with other internsCalibrated with 2 other interns to market and advertise the event through flyers and online channelsOperated and organized event registration and conference giveawaysModerated 4 presentations, 30 minutes each

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Health And Physical Education/Fitness, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Graduate Assistant- Special Needs Activity Program, Phi Epsilon Kappa

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Sport And Fitness Administration/Management, 3.31/4.0

Activities and Societies: Sport Administration Club, Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society & Phi Epsilon.