BRAD CARLSON
Wilmette,Illinois
Summary
Athlete Safety
Creativity and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Event Scheduling
Interpersonal Communication
Performance Evaluation
Physical Conditioning
Rule Enforcement
Video Conferencing
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO
08.2017 - Current
- Planned individual and group activities designed to meet student needs and objectives.
- Instructed students on proper techniques for various sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, floor hockey, whiffleball, kickball and other indoor and outdoor sports/activities.
- Evaluated students' growth in physical skills, knowledge, and sports contribution to report progress.
- Promoted teamwork through group sports activities and partner-related games.
- Established and maintained standards of behavior to create safe and orderly environment for learning- “Safety First”.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by encouraging open communication about student progress in physical education class.
COACH
WILMETTE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current
- Coached Co-Ed Varsity Soccer during Fall 2023
- Coached 8th Grade Boys' Varsity Basketball Team Winter 2024.
- Created and implemented new drills to increase team performance.
- Provided guidance and support to players in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
- Developed team-building exercises to promote unity and collaboration. Organized an extracurricular on court halftime basketball event at Northwestern University’s Welsh Ryan Arena.
COACH
SAINTS JOSEPH & FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL
08.2017 - Current
- Coached Varsity Football, Girls' Volleyball, Boys' Volleyball, Boys' Basketball and started a Co-Ed Golf Program that grew from 7 to 64 participants. An official conference wide golf schedule was implemented for all eight participating schools for the first time in conference history. Our program consistently placed weekly top honors throughout the season.
- Created and implemented new drills to increase team performance
- Provided guidance and support to clients in overcoming obstacles and achieving success
- Developed team-building exercises to promote unity and collaboration. Organized two extracurricular on court basketball events at Northwestern University’s Welsh Ryan Arena.
DRIVERS EDUCATION TEACHER
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11.1997 - Current
- Currently working as a Behind The Wheel Driver's Education Teacher at Mather High School (July 2021-Present)
- Have been a Behind The Wheel Drivers Education Instructor for 20+ years
- Experience in Behind The Wheel Instruction in the City of Chicago and surrounding suburbs
- Provided individualized instruction for students who required additional support or enrichment opportunities
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional assistance
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation
- Participated in extracurricular activities to foster positive school culture and support students and staff.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN SPORTS LEADERSHIP -
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
12.2010
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION -
NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL06.1996
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building Relationships
Certification
- Drivers Education Endorsement
- Health Education Endorsement
- Social Science Endorsement
References
References available upon request
Timeline
COACH
WILMETTE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
08.2023 - Current
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO
08.2017 - Current
COACH
SAINTS JOSEPH & FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL
08.2017 - Current
DRIVERS EDUCATION TEACHER
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11.1997 - Current
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN SPORTS LEADERSHIP -
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION -
NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY