- Avid Reader
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Cooking
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Woodworking
- Outdoor Recreation
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Reading
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Video Gaming
- Mindfulness Practices
- Historical Exploration
- Drone Piloting
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Swimming
- Camping
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a coach and volunteer
- Genealogy
- Gardening
- Acting and Theater
- Horseback Riding
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Creative Writing
- Strategy Games
- Animal Care
- Backpacking
- Road Trips
Benjamin Middendorf
Newport,KY
Summary
Dynamic Physical Education and Athletics Director at Mercy Montessori Center, skilled in fostering student involvement and effective relationship management. Implemented innovative and educational fitness training programs. Certified in CPR and first aid, I excel in creating safe, inclusive environments that promote teamwork and essential life skills among students.
Experienced with nurturing and developing children in supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster positive and engaging atmosphere.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education and Athletics Director
Mercy Montessori Center
08.2022 - Current
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Mentored coaches on best practices in leadership, communication, and sportsmanship to enhance their skills and impact on athletes.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Served as a coach for various school sports teams, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
- Provided personalized feedback to swimmers and their parents, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting improvement.
- Implemented creative approaches to teaching fundamental swimming techniques while keeping students engaged throughout the entire lesson process.
- Focused on individualized attention for each student in order to pinpoint areas needing improvement or further development.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by consistently monitoring pool activities and enforcing rules.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest advancements in swim instruction techniques.
- Prepared students for successful participation in swim meets by emphasizing proper technique, endurance training, and sportsmanship.
Private Nanny/Long Term Babysitter
Private Home
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Amazon Air-hub Associate
Amazon
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, trailer receiving, and inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
- Contributed to a cleaner workspace with daily upkeep and scheduled deep cleaning sessions.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Amazon Warehouse Associate
Amazon
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
Unit Director/Ropes Course Leader
Ymca Camp Ernst
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary preventive measures.
- Boosted overall performance by identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training programs.
- Established a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, fostering open dialogue, and addressing conflicts proactively.
- Evaluated team performance metrics regularly, identifying strengths and areas for growth to inform future strategies.
- Coordinated resources effectively across various functions to ensure optimal use of personnel, equipment, and other assets.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness regularly by gathering feedback from participants and making necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Assigned tasks to each staff member based on his or her skills.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently minimizing potential harm/inconvenience caused.
- Led recreational activities that fostered physical fitness, social interaction, and personal growth among campers.
- Facilitated open communication between staff members to address concerns proactively and enhance overall performance levels.
- Improved camp safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Expanded range of offered activities based on camper feedback, leading to greater engagement and enjoyment.
- Empowered fellow leaders through skill development workshops, improving the quality of leadership across the entire team.
- Documented camp inventory and ordered supplies when needed.
Crew Leader
Ymca Camp Ernst
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various cleaning responsibilities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and disinfecting surfaces.
- Contributed to workplace safety by promptly addressing spills, hazards, and other potential issues.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
- Increased camper satisfaction by consistently providing a high level of enthusiasm and energy throughout daily activities and special events.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behavior from campers both individually and within group settings.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Served as a role model for younger staff members by consistently demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of camp operations.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between campers when necessary, promoting healthy communication skills within the group dynamic.
- Implemented safety protocols during recreational activities, reducing the risk of injuries among campers.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, medical information, and incident reports as required by regulatory standards.
- Enhanced camper experience by planning and executing diverse activities tailored to age groups and interests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, History, And Theology
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05-2023
High School Diploma -
St. Xavier Highschool
Cincinnati, OH05-2016
Skills
- Effective relationship management
- Effective schedule coordination
- Fostering student involvement
- Team development
- Collaborative education
- Learning approaches
- CPR, AED, and first aid certified
- Understanding of Montessori teaching tools
- Emotional resilience
- Essential life skills
- Effective classroom management
- Fitness training
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Interests
Timeline
Private Nanny/Long Term Babysitter
Private Home
05.2023 - Current
Physical Education and Athletics Director
Mercy Montessori Center
08.2022 - Current
Amazon Air-hub Associate
Amazon
12.2021 - 08.2023
Amazon Warehouse Associate
Amazon
02.2021 - 10.2021
Unit Director/Ropes Course Leader
Ymca Camp Ernst
04.2019 - 03.2020
Crew Leader
Ymca Camp Ernst
04.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, History, And Theology
Xavier University
High School Diploma -
St. Xavier Highschool
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