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Enthusiastic educator with a passion for encouraging and motivating secondary education students in the importance of health, wellness, and being life-long movers.
Skills
Microsoft Programs
Classroom Mangement
Innovative Thinker and Problem Solver Communication
Education
University of the Pacific
MA in Health, Exercise, and Sports Science July 2020
Single Subject Teaching Credential Intern: Physical Education May 2021
·Designed and instructed a collegiate activity class (ACTY 093: Hip Hop Dance)
·Unified Sports Coaching Certificate (Oct. 2019)
Baylor University
BSEd in Exercise Physiology August 2016
·USAA Fitness and Recreation Intern (Summer 2015)
·Poppers, Lockers, and Breakers Dance Club (Member/choreographer: 2012-2016; President 2015-2016; Vice President 2014-2015)
Work Experience
Lincoln Unified School District Oct. 2018- present
Stockton, Ca
PE Teacher
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Instructed and led 10th-12th graders in physical education through in person and virtual settings
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Adapted lessons plans to provide social and emotional learning and support
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Collaborated with other teachers to develop, implement and assess IEP plans.
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Monitored student academic progress, communicating with each student frequently and intervening to assist students experiencing difficulties.
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Mentored 12th graders in helping them complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
Dance Coach/Choreographer
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Head coach for high school varsity dance team of 16 students
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Created various styles of dance choreography (pom, hip-hop, and jazz) for football and basketball seasons
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Maintained communication with parents/guardians through weekly messaging and monthly meetings
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Created choreography and led auditions for school's spring musical of "Hello Dolly"
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Educated dancers on technique, flexibility, and stage performance
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Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Substitute Teacher (Oct.2018-July 2020)
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Adhered to lesson plans assigned by permanent teacher for students, grades 4th through twelfth
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Maintained a positive, comfortable, and culturally responsive learning environment
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Established positive relationships and communication with students, administration, and permanent teacher
The Table Community Foundation July 2017- Oct. 2018
Stockton, CA
After School Program Coordinator
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Conducted interviews and attended job fairs to recruit and hire quality employees
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Maintained daily communication with school district regarding staff and school site needs
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Ensured staff and program maintained standards of professionalism set by the agency and the school district
Vallejo Independent Study Academy Aug 2016-July 2017
Vallejo, Ca
Blended Learning Secondary Education Teacher
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Instructed Biology and Chemistry classes and created lab experiments and projects to enhance knowledge and increase retention
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Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
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Design team member: Created a financial plan for future semesters
Hobbies/Interests
Dance Instructor and Choreographer
·All That Jazz Academy of Dance (January 2015-July 2016)
·Adoration Dance Programs (February 2018-Feb 2020)
·City of Stockton Recreation: Arnold Rue Community Center volunteer dance teacher (January 2020-present)
·Created and taught recreational, performance and competitive dance choreography for people ages 6+ of varying dance skill levels
Progressive Community Church
·Created and instructed weekly Sunday school classes for grades 7-12
·Assisted in creating, organizing, and implementing youth educational and recreational events for the church and the surrounding community
·Created choreography and ran dance workshops for the dance ministry
Principal
Creekside Elementary School
Program Manager for Academic Resiliency
Baylor University
Elizabeth "Betsy" Keithcart, Ed.D
Professor
Benerd College, University of the Pacific