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Ben Peterson

Atwater,CA

Summary

Dedicated educator with a proven track record in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering collaboration with administrators. Skilled in delivering impactful lessons, facilitating dynamic discussions, and providing personalized student support. Committed to creating an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic success and personal growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Varsity Head Coach

Atwater High School
Atwater, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Create daily practice plans based on season’s objectives
  • Create game strategies utilizing players’ abilities and considering other team’s strengths and weaknesses
  • Facilitate team culture by modeling expected player behavior, including mutual respect, commitment, preparedness, and focus
  • Led Youth Basketball Camp

Sixth Grade Teacher

Peggy Heller Elementary School
Atwater, CA
01.2021 - Current
  • Established a positive classroom environment by implementing behavior management strategies that promote respect, responsibility, and cooperation
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards across core subjects, including math, science, reading, and social studies
  • Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities
  • Consistently exceeded state average scores in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math on standardized state assessments
  • Sixth Grade Leadership Team Advisor - Planned school activities and developed young leaders within the elementary school
  • Created school vegetable garden, which engages students in physical activity (planting, weeding, harvesting, etc.) and relative science curriculum

Youth Basketball Trainer

Self Employed Web
Atwater, CA
01.2021 - Current
  • Tailored training programs to suit the individual needs and skill levels of players, ranging from beginner to advanced
  • Mentored young athletes to promote sportsmanship, discipline, and a strong work ethic on and off the court
  • Provided constructive feedback to help players build confidence and achieve personal growth

Varsity Assistant Coach

Atwater High School
Atwater, CA
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Responsible for player development, primarily in forward and center positions
  • Assisted with game-time situational coaching strategies and adjustments
  • Assisted in running Youth Basketball Camps

Substitute Teacher

Atwater Elementary School District
Atwater, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Adapted quickly to diverse classroom environments and student needs while maintaining alignment with school policies and curriculum objectives
  • Successfully managed transitions between multiple classrooms, subjects, and age groups within a single day or week

Sales Representative

Gallo Sales
South Lake Tahoe, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed a portfolio of retail and on-premise accounts, driving sales growth and achieving monthly and quarterly targets
  • Cultivated long-term partnerships with customers by delivering exceptional service and tailored solutions to meet their business needs
  • Acted as a brand ambassador, representing Gallo's values and commitment to quality in all interactions

Education

California Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -

University of Massachusetts Global
CA
05.2024

Bachelor of Science Degree - Agricultural Business

CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISBO
San Luis Obispo, CA
03.2019

Associate of Arts - Business Management

CUESTA COLLEGE
San Luis Obispo, CA

Skills

  • Fostering Student Engagement
  • Experienced with Google Workspace Tools
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Applied Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics
  • Team Building

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior Varsity Head Coach

Atwater High School
01.2024 - Current

Sixth Grade Teacher

Peggy Heller Elementary School
01.2021 - Current

Youth Basketball Trainer

Self Employed Web
01.2021 - Current

Varsity Assistant Coach

Atwater High School
01.2020 - 01.2024

Substitute Teacher

Atwater Elementary School District
01.2020 - 01.2021

Sales Representative

Gallo Sales
01.2019 - 01.2020

California Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -

University of Massachusetts Global

Bachelor of Science Degree - Agricultural Business

CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISBO

Associate of Arts - Business Management

CUESTA COLLEGE

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