Bryce Sims
Powder Springs
Summary
Dedicated, dynamic educator focused on promoting adolescent health through engaging health and physical education curriculum. Skilled in developing lesson plans that align with state standards, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment, and encouraging informed decision-making about health and wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Teacher
Northwest Classical Academy
Kennesaw
08.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging health curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Led discussions on current public health issues such as obesity and smoking prevention to foster critical thinking.
- Educated students on the importance of making informed decisions about their physical and mental well-being.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by guiding students in setting realistic, personalized health goals.
- Evaluated student understanding through quizzes and facilitated group discussions to enhance engagement.
- Assessed student performance through written tests, quizzes, presentations, and other assessments.
- Maintained a safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
PE Teacher 3rd-10th Grade
Northwest Classical Academy
Kennesaw
08.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for physical education curriculum.
- Instructed students in various sports and fitness activities.
- Coordinated school-wide athletic events and competitions, enhancing student participation and school spirit.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback on skills.
- Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship through group activities and games.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment during all physical education classes.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and participation.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concepts and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Worked with teachers on IEP plans to develop objectives and assess progress.
- Delivered personalized instruction to struggling students, fostering skill development and confidence in physical education.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Adapted instruction for diverse skill and interest levels, ensuring all students engaged and benefited from physical education curriculum.
Student Teacher
Murdock Elementary School
Marietta
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior.
- Provided individual support for students needing extra assistance.
- Developed deeper a deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
Student Teacher
Awtrey Middle School
Kennesaw
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Facilitated engaging health, movement, and gross motor activities to enhance student participation and learning.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Followed Georgia Performance Standards to maintain curriculum integrity in Health and Physical Education.
- Assess and evaluate student performance in physical education class.
- Ensured instructional delivery was complemented by strong classroom management practices.
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment that supports student engagement and success.
- Provided individual support for students needing extra assistance.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Georgia State University
Georgia05-2021
High School Diploma -
McEachern High School
Powder Springs, GA05-2016
Skills
- Health promotion
- First aid training
- Lesson plan implementation
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Classroom technology
- Detail-oriented
- Empathy and patience
- Excellent time management
- Curriculum design
- Curriculum strategy
- Empathy and patience
- Physical fitness
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
Hobbies and Interests
- Men and Women Sports (Team and Individual)
- Traveling
- Reading
- Volunteering
Certification
Health & Physical Education (P-12) [FLD 761]
Timeline
Health Teacher
Northwest Classical Academy
08.2021 - Current
PE Teacher 3rd-10th Grade
Northwest Classical Academy
08.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Murdock Elementary School
03.2021 - 05.2021
Student Teacher
Awtrey Middle School
01.2021 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Georgia State University
High School Diploma -
McEachern High School