Physical Education Paraprofessional with over four years of successful experience as an elementary aide and substitute teacher. Qualified educator focused on developing lesson plans emphasizing challenging activities, strategizing, and improving fitness. Effective at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders, and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking and competition to increase student performance in physical education.
Skills
Exercises knowledge
Health education
Progress tracking
Data analysis
Group instruction
Decision making
Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Safety instruction
Organizational ability
Group Instruction
Verbal and written communication
Work History
Physical Education Paraprofessional, 08/2019 - Current Grand Canyon School District – Grand Canyon, AZ,
Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Collaborated with other teachers to develop, implement and assess plans.
Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy and exercise science to design safe and effective exercises.
Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Provided creative, structured environment for children, ages five to ten.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Provided assistance to faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, performing morning and afternoon bus duties, and assisting in workroom.
Substitute Teacher, 09/2018 - Current Restoration Hardware – Clearwater, FL,
Managed classrooms of twenty to twenty five students during teacher absences
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms and gymnasiums
Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Used range of instructional approaches and classroom of activities to draw students into material and enhance understanding.
Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance
Physical Education Instructional Aide, 07/2016 - 03/2018 Bane Elementary School – City, STATE,
Assisted in the Planning, implementing, monitoring, and assessing of a physical education instructional program which was consistent with Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District regulations and Board of Education goals.
Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
Helped to develop activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Together with the head instructor, assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Assisted in maintaining a schedule of thirty physical education classes per week of varying grade levels.
Offered constructive feedback to students regarding specific actions, behaviors and words.
Consistently received positive evaluations from other colleagues and supervisors.
Implemented lesson plans for Life Skills students, providing instruction to physically and developmentally disabled children.
Restaurant Manager, 04/2005 - 11/2015 Willie's Restaurants – City, STATE,
Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
Oversaw 15-20 front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain superior quality in pricing and product.
Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
Performed checkouts of servers and bartenders to ensure that all tickets were accounted for
Education
Associate of Science: Exercise Science, Expected in - University of Houston - Houston, TX GPA:
Member of intramural football team
Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science, Expected in 2019 - American Public University System - Charles Town, WV GPA:
Dean's List Fall 2016
3.45 GPA
Accomplishments
Nominated by American Military University for membership in The Society for Collegiate Leadership and Achievement (SCLA), a modern honor society with over 150 chapters across the country.
Awarded the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Educator of the Month in January 2017 for outstanding classroom management and organization.
Subbed reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education classes utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Recognized by Tomball Elementary as an excellent substitute and requested regularly by the third grade staff.
Obtained Statement of Eligibility (SOE) from a TEA-approved online certification program to verify qualification for employment as a full-time teacher in the State of Texas.
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