Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Parkland School District
08.2015 - Current
Encouraged students to take an active role in their academics, with a focus on their personal health and physical well-being.
Designed lessons and materials that can accommodate diverse learners in order to support their current physical demands and their personal exercise goals.
Offered a variety of activities in order to expose the students to as many forms of physical activity as possible
Build relationships with both students and their families in order to provide a strong support system around their personal academic journey.
Department Leader
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
Assisted as a liaison between the Health and Physical Education Department and the schools administrative team.
Prepared annual budgets in order to provide safe and high-quality equipment for students and staff.
Represented the Health and Physical Education Department in any formal school event (ie. award ceremonies, curriculum and design, disciplinary hearings, etc.).
Department Tech Mentor
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
Delivered support for department members by troubleshooting their tech-related needs in order to minimize stress on the District Technology Department.
Educated department members on new technology implementations.
Attended professional development in order to learn of the newest technology innovations.
Participated in bi-monthly meetings with the District Technology Department to represent the Health and Physical Education Department.
American Red Cross Instructor
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
Facilitated a variety of ARC courses (Lifeguarding, Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED, and Basic Life Support) to help maintain certifications of those required to hold them within the district.
Managed course records, participant communications, and act as a liaison between the Parkland School District and the American Red Cross
Participated in recertification courses to stay current on personal certifications.
Athletics Game Manager
Parkland School District
03.2021 - Current
Maintained decorum at sporting events of both players, coaches, and fans.
Assisted in any issue that arose at the contest in order to keep to the game schedule and maintain a safe playing environment.
Checked on staff regularly in order to provide support in the event an issue arose.
Step Team Advisor
Parkland School District
09.2023 - Current
Organized practices and scheduled performances throughout the course of the competition season.
Upheld team standards - both academic and behavioral - in order to realign the team's culture.
Mentored team captains, allowing them the ability to lead under close guidance.
Developed close relationships with the team members to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Coach
Parkland School District
07.2015 - 10.2020
Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute practice plans, game plans, and personal accomodations for individual players.
Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
Facilitated open communication between players, parents and coaching staff in order to maintain a healthy team environment.
Developed close relationships with athletes to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Delaware Valley University
Doylestown, PA
05.2024
Master of Science - Exercise Science And Nutrition And Wellness
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2015
Skills
Training and mentoring
Conflict Management
Parent Communication
Relationship Building
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Class Instruction
Team Collaboration
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Development
Timeline
Step Team Advisor
Parkland School District
09.2023 - Current
Athletics Game Manager
Parkland School District
03.2021 - Current
Department Leader
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
Department Tech Mentor
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
American Red Cross Instructor
Parkland School District
08.2020 - Current
Educator
Parkland School District
08.2015 - Current
Coach
Parkland School District
07.2015 - 10.2020
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Delaware Valley University
Master of Science - Exercise Science And Nutrition And Wellness
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Temple University
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