Anais Washington
Anna,TX
Summary
Skilled Physical Education Teacher adept at managing physical fitness programs, including classroom instruction, team coaching and event planning to promote health.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Teacher
Renner Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Promote a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful communication among students.
- Enhance classroom engagement through the implementation of interactive activities and group projects.
- Improve student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques.
- Facilitate learning around finances, budgeting, social interactions, self-exploration, and college and career readiness
- Introduce a variety of culinary and sewing skills and kitchen safety (sanitation) practices.
Substitute Teacher
North Texas (Region 10)
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Physical Education/Health Educator, Department Chair
Muchin College Prep
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Designed and implemented lessons that supported and empowered students through physically rigorous and psychologically stimulating activities
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Implemented assessment tools to measure learning outcomes, informing data-driven decision-making within the department.
- Secured grant funding for various department initiatives, supporting academic growth.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, allocating resources effectively to meet departmental needs and goals.
- Enrichments Led: Yoga, Prom Boot Camp, Strength & Conditioning, Poetry Club, First Aid & CPR.
Substitute Teacher
Flossmoor School Districts
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Managed assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Assisted with administering final exams to students with accommodations and conducted student capability assessments
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching - Physical Education
North Park University
Chicago, IL06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Howard University
Washington, DC08.2008
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Self-discipline
- Self-awareness
- Goal Setting
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Group Instruction
- Coaching experience
- Health Promotion
- Multicultural Sensitivity
Accomplishments
- Oversaw physical education program covering 960 students.
- Improved physical fitness scores with key improvements to program strategies.
- Named “Softball Coach of the Year” by Noble Network of Charter Schools in 2019.
Certification
- EC-12 PE/Health
- Registered Yoga Teacher (Breathe for Change - RYT 200hr) Jan 2019-Present
- First Aid CPR/AED Certified 22 years (Exp. 2026)
Recognition
- Advisor of the Year (Student's Choice) - 2018
- Softball Coach of the Year - 2019
Activities
- Finding Your Voice Wellness Retreat, 2022 - Costa Rica, 2024 - Mexico, Yoga Instructor
- Varsity Softball Coach, 2017-2020, 3-time consecutive Noble League Champions (District)
- Limited Resource Teacher Training Abroad, Summer 2017, Summer 2018, Bengaluru, India 2017, Takoradi, Ghana 2018
- Junior Varsity Girl's Basketball Coach, 2016-2018, 2-time consecutive Noble League Runner Up's
References
- Lori Miller, Assistant Principal, Renner Middle School, Plano, TX, 469.752.5812, lorraine.miller@pisd.edu
- Linda Washington, Assistant Principal, Renner Middle School, Plano, TX, 469.752.2511, linda.washington2@pisd.edu
- Charrissa Jones, Nurse, Renner Middle School, Plano, TX, 469.752.5809, charrissa.jones@pisd.edu
- Tracey Grant, Retired Executive Director of Middle Schools, Cherry Creek School District, CO, 720.210.3601, maedu94@aol.com
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
Renner Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
North Texas (Region 10)
09.2020 - 06.2022
Physical Education/Health Educator, Department Chair
Muchin College Prep
08.2016 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher
Flossmoor School Districts
10.2014 - 02.2016
Master of Arts - Teaching - Physical Education
North Park University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Howard University