Roman Liberati
Cheswick
Summary
Passionate Health and Physical Education teacher with experience designing engaging, standards-based lessons that promote lifelong fitness and wellness. Skilled in building inclusive environments, fostering student confidence, and leading school & district-wide initiatives that support physical and social-emotional development
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Health and Physical Education Teacher
Knoch School District
08.2025 - Current
- Designs and delivers engaging, standards-based Health and Physical Education lessons that promote skill development, teamwork, and lifelong fitness habits
- Differentiates instruction and adapts activities to meet diverse student needs, ensuring all learners can actively participate and experience success
- Establishes clear routines, expectations, and transitions, maximizing activity time and creating a structured, inclusive learning environment
- Assesses student performance through observation and skill-based evaluations, providing targeted feedback to support growth and skill development
- Integrates wellness and health concepts into daily instruction, helping students build foundational knowledge of healthy habits and active lifestyles
- Collaborates with classroom teachers and staff to support cross-curricular connections and reinforce student learning beyond the gym
- Founded and lead a school Wellness Committee, organizing initiatives that promoted physical activity and well-being for students and staff
- Spearheaded and implemented Kids of Steel after-school program serving as Head Coach at Knoch Primary and Knoch Intermediate for grades two through five.
Assistant Varsity/Head JV Boys Soccer Coach
Allegheny Valley School District
06.2024 - Current
- Instructs athletes on game strategies and rules of soccer.
- Evaluates player performance during practices and games to inform development strategies.
- Designs practice sessions enhancing player skills and fostering teamwork.
- Organizes and supervises team activities and competitions.
- Communicates effectively with players, parents, and school staff.
- Schedules events such as tournaments, exhibition matches or friendly matches with other teams.
- Organizes and manages week-long youth camp focused on skill development and teamwork.
Assistant Varisty/Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Allegheny Valley School District
11.2024 - Current
- Fosters positive environment for student-athletes' growth and development.
- Promotes sportsmanship and teamwork among players during practices and games.
- Collaborates with coaching staff to ensure consistency in training methods.
- Coordinates with other coaches to develop game plans that best utilize each player's strengths.
- Coordinate a week-long summer camp for youth, focusing on skill development and teamwork.
- Coordinate a youth program designed to prepare participants for a halftime performance, focusing on practice and teamwork.
- Coordinate fundraising activities to support travel expenses and equipment purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA05-2025
Certification
- Pennsylvania Health & Physical Education Instructional Certificate
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification
- Boating Safety Education Certification
Timeline
Elementary Health and Physical Education Teacher
Knoch School District
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Varisty/Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Allegheny Valley School District
11.2024 - Current
Assistant Varsity/Head JV Boys Soccer Coach
Allegheny Valley School District
06.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania