Justin Kenion
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Highly-qualified English teacher (certified in Arizona with a bachelor's degree in secondary education: English) with two years of experience. Resourceful and adaptable educator with a passion for student learning and relationships. Also able to contribute in the area of athletics/E-sports.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher
Leona Group Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Boosted students' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
- Fostered student growth by evaluating IXL data to guide lesson planning.
- Prepared students (junior cohort) for the ACT by reviewing essential skills, content, and strategies.
- Worked with students in two elective classes (Physical Education and Intro to Outdoors) in order to create interest in extracurricular activities.
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Imagine Prep Superstition
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing individualized training plans and monitoring progress with an emphasis on strength and conditioning.
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans for successful wrestling matches.
- Improved team cohesion through team-building exercises and fostering a supportive environment.
- Developed wrestlers' technical skills with personalized coaching sessions and video analysis.
Athletic Coach (Track and Field // Throws)
Higley High School
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Boosted athlete skills through tailored coaching, focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Developed athletes' physical fitness levels, incorporating strength, flexibility, and technique.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols, reducing the occurrence of injuries among athletes during practice and competitions.
- Promoted positive sportsmanship among athletes through modeling respectful behavior towards opponents and officials during games or matches.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ06.2022
Skills
Reading Comprehension
Writing Skills
Teaching Strategies
Lesson Planning
Classroom Technology
Relationship Building
Accomplishments
Spirit of Leona student-selected teacher (2024)
The Leona Difference Award (2024)
Timeline
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Imagine Prep Superstition
11.2023 - 02.2024
High School English Teacher
Leona Group Schools
08.2022 - Current
Athletic Coach (Track and Field // Throws)
Higley High School
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Northern Arizona University
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