To obtain a position that utilizes my experience, knowledge, philanthropic skills, organizational skills, and management skills to lead a group or organization to better the lives of people and to enhance the community.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Physical Education Teacher K-12
ACLD-Tillotson School
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2022 - Current
Return from furlough in 2016
Successfully introduced and led the establishment of the first school bocce team, enhancing extracurricular opportunities and promoting inclusivity among students
Implemented a new climbing wall within the gymnasium, providing students with enhanced physical education opportunities.
Secretary to the Principal
Intermediate Unit 1 Clark, Laboratory and Waynesburg Schools
Washington and Waynesburg, PA
01.2019 - 01.2022
Ability to communicate with school staff, administrators, and community in a positive manner
Authored, maintained, and delivered event reports, student attendance, disciplinary files, and educational performance records
Understands the importance of confidentiality, especially with information of sensitive nature
Builds authentic relationships with students, families, communities and other staff members to create a learning partnership
Answers telephones and assists visitors; provides a variety of customer service to the public, district staff and other agencies
Monitor students referred for illness and administer first aid when necessary
Assist students referred for misconduct to ensure their safety and welfare
Support during transitions, arrival, dismissal and lunch
Skillful in managing time and tasks under high stress level
Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep of printers and copiers.
Health and Physical Education Teacher K-12
ACLD-Tillotson School
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2005 - 01.2016
Assisted with the Pittsburgh Highmark Walk-A-Thon by contacting and securing donors
Organized large group excursions for various events hosted by the Pittsburgh Penguin’s and the University of Pittsburgh Women’s basketball team
Implemented a behavioral incentive program to encourage students to focus on good behavior, sportsmanship and effort
Created and maintained a new hire staff member handbook which included school history, student daily routine, school wide events, staff support and events
Organized and implemented a structured recess program for elementary and middle school students
Coordinated a staff and student nutrition day
Staff and students participated in eating healthy foods and learned the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
Planned and initiated the first annual school-wide field day
The field day consisted of various relays, distance throws and consisted of various team-building exercises
Responsibilities also included collecting fundraising monies from area businesses and organizations
Design lessons targeted for students with specialized learning disabilities for each grade level
Instruct health and physical education classes for children with neurological impairments
Instruct students in a one on one setting to provide additional assistance to students with diminished comprehension
Involved in an Advanced Physical Education class for students with higher skill levels
Assisted and maintained student Individual Education Plan goals and objectives using I.E.P
Writer which is a web-based special education data management for I.E.P
Creation and federal IDEA child count reporting
Developed and implemented an Always Changing Program which dealt with the changes adolescent girls experience while growing up
Helped create an arts collaborative project for The Andy Warhol Museum’s “Art of Play”
Planned and initiated first school-wide annual field Day
The field day consisted of various relays, distance throws and consisted of various team building exercises
Responsibilities also included collecting fundraising monies from area businesses and organizations
Instituted the first ever school field day that included family participation, a picnic and art show all together
Created the overall agenda and personally invited several outside organizations and clubs to donate prizes or perform on site demonstrations and displays.
Long-Term Substitute Health and Physical Education Teacher
ACLD-Tillotson School
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2005 - 06.2005
Substitute Teacher (All Academic Areas)
Keystone Oaks School District
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2004 - 01.2005
Physical Education Teacher K-8
Holy Child Catholic School
Bridgeville, PA
01.2003 - 01.2004
Instructed physical education for kindergarten through eighth grade incorporating multiple learning styles
Designed and implemented meaningful lessons specialized for each of the grade levels
Created a behavioral incentive program to encourage students to focus on good behavior, sportsmanship, and effort.
Assistant Group Supervisor
Allegheny Child Care Academy
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2002 - 01.2003
Instructed classroom of three-year-olds in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Created behavioral teaching strategies to encourage and motivate children
Offered individualized, remedial instruction in several broad activities
Created activities based on pre-set themes involving language arts, math, science, gym, and art
Communicated with parents on a routine basis through daily status reports
Responsibilities included keeping accurate attendance, classroom cleanliness, neatness, equipment and materials, and cleaning or changing children when necessary.
Internship
Pittsburgh Passion
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2006
Completed a graduate summer internship program working directly with the owner of the National Women’s Football Association’s Pittsburgh Passion women’s football team
Participated in many aspects of game day preparation, sales, advertising, marketing and business strategies
Helped facilitate last minute travel accommodations for the Cincinnati coaching staff
Operated game day functions for the 2006 National Women’s Football Championship held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Designed a teaching program for elementary students which focused on teaching students about the Pittsburgh Passion’s mission of teaching life lessons through sport.
Residential and Commercial Cleaning
Self-Employed
Washington, PA
Provided thorough cleaning services to residential and commercial clients, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction
Managed scheduling, client communications, and billing to maintain efficient operations and strong client relationships
Implemented effective cleaning techniques and used appropriate tools and products to achieve optimal results
Attention to detail: Demonstrated meticulousness in cleaning tasks, ensuring all areas were thoroughly cleaned and sanitized
Time management: Efficiently planned and organized cleaning schedules to meet client deadlines and expectations.
Education
M.S. Sport Management Studies -
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
05.2006
B.S. Health and Physical Education -
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
05.2001
Skills
Student Development
Creative Thinking
Media Relations
Verbal and written communication
Event Management
Coaching experience
Equipment Storage Organization
Individualized Instruction
Problem-solving skills
Recreational Activities
Volunteer Experience
Head of public relations for Washington Pennsylvania’s Pony World Series team, Washington, PA, during the summer of 2023.
2013, Present, Assistant Washington Youth baseball coach, Washington, PA, for children 9-10 years old
2013, 2014, Assistant Washington Soccer coach, Washington, PA, for children 4-6 years old
2011, 2011, The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, Taught special needs children how to ride a bike without training wheels for the Amazing Bike Camp
1999, 2000, Vacation Bible School, Teacher (Summer 1999 and 2000)
Timeline
Health and Physical Education Teacher K-12
ACLD-Tillotson School
01.2022 - Current
Secretary to the Principal
Intermediate Unit 1 Clark, Laboratory and Waynesburg Schools
01.2019 - 01.2022
Internship
Pittsburgh Passion
01.2006
Long-Term Substitute Health and Physical Education Teacher
ACLD-Tillotson School
03.2005 - 06.2005
Health and Physical Education Teacher K-12
ACLD-Tillotson School
01.2005 - 01.2016
Substitute Teacher (All Academic Areas)
Keystone Oaks School District
01.2004 - 01.2005
Physical Education Teacher K-8
Holy Child Catholic School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Assistant Group Supervisor
Allegheny Child Care Academy
01.2002 - 01.2003
Residential and Commercial Cleaning
Self-Employed
M.S. Sport Management Studies -
California University of Pennsylvania
B.S. Health and Physical Education -
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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