Carl Thomas
Aurora,CO
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Antelope Ridge Elementary
07.2023 - Current
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging activities and group projects into daily lesson plans.
- Developed individualized fitness programs for students, improving overall physical health and wellness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons that incorporated physical education concepts into other subject areas.
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among 500 students.
- Established a positive rapport with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their Childs's progress and achievements in physical education classes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
- Regularly assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments, using data-driven methods to adjust instruction accordingly.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Partnered with local community organizations to provide additional resources and opportunities for student engagement in physical activities outside of the school setting.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Physical Education Teacher
Sunset Hills Elementary School
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Maintain effective, on going communication with students, parents, teachers and administration.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Provided creative, structured environment for children, ages K-8th.
- Implemented different technologies to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Ensure that the school-wide behavior plan is implemented, accurate data is collected, reported and acted upon.
Physical Education Coach
Eagle College Prep Maryvale
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety for 1st through 4th grade.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
Physical Education Teacher
Paramount Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Provided creative, structured environment for students.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting K-8th curriculum and Arizona's core educational standards.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
Lead Behavioral Coach
Victory Autism Academy
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting K-8th curriculum and Arizona's core educational standards.
- Managed and monitored transportation staff.
- Planned transportation routes and coordinated staff for individual routes as well as each student pickup and drop off location.
- Facilitated weekly behavioral coaches’ meetings.
- Supervised five behavioral coaches
- Reported student progress, sign of emotional or developmental problems, and social skills to parents.
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Administered tests to class and graded assignments.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students.
- Oversaw groups of up to 7 students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
SSB Aid 3
Tierra Del Sol Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented Boys Town Model and used repetition, which enabled students to grasp new social skills quickly.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Performed special tasks to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and results to assist lead teacher.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Reported student progress, sign of emotional or developmental problems, and social skills to parents.
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Administered tests to class and graded assignments.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students.
- Oversaw groups of up to 7 students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
Lead Behavior Coach
Nova Individualized Learning
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Supervise Behavior Coaches and Teacher Assistants as well as training when appropriate.
- Interview and assist with the hiring of new employees.
- Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the assigned working day.
- Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.
- Facilitate physical education lesson plans weekly.
- Provide individualized and small group instruction.
- Attend weekly implementation and improvement meetings.
- Reinforce and guide students on their behaviors and prepare them for transitioning into a public setting.
- Work cooperatively with other behavioral coaches and teachers in planning and implementing new goals for the students.
- Enter weekly time sheets for Behavior Coach and Teacher Assistants
- Develop goals for student point sheets
- Work with School Director to assess employee evaluations and performance
- Attend IEP when necessary for students
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect or threats identified.
Activity Leader/Teen Director
Boys and Girls Club
04.2012 - 08.2017
- In charge of serving youth/teens breakfast, lunches, and dinner.
- Make sure the kitchen was clean at all times before and after the kids eat.
- In charge of engineering club every Wednesday
- Assisting in the gym and game room
- Scheduled and chaperoned youth field trips
- Developed positive relationships with schools and the community.
- Supervised practices and contests, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 6 to 18 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills.
- Assisted youth with daily activities, including homework assignments, sports and fitness, art and literacy.
- Identified new sources, both individual and business, of support as donors and vendors.
- Recruited new members through attendance at community events, promotional materials, and other methods.
- Communicated with individuals of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds on a daily basis.
Basketball Coach
Empower College Prep
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Coached 7th and 8th grade boys and girls basketball
Behavioral Coach
The ACES
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Made sure each student and staff is safe in the classroom.
- Worked one on one with students.
- Changed, fed and assisted students throughout the day.
- Supported students in completing academic tasks
- Assist in multiple classrooms as needed
- Developed positive relationships with parents, schools and the community.
- Assisted with student behavior management as needed
- Created strategies to meet the needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Ensured that clients and families were treated with respect and dignity.
Customer Service Representative
United Blood Services
06.2011 - 11.2011
- Outbound calling.
- Speak with donors about promotions to show our appreciation for them donating.
- Met a certain percentage of donors every two weeks.
Youth Activity Specialist
El Paso Parks & Recreations
03.2008 - 06.2011
- Helped manage 20 to 50 kids in a after school program
- Set up activities such as board games, musical chairs, basketball, soccer, football and took them outside to the playground.
- Hosted celebrations for birthdays, holidays, and end of school parties
- Process payments for the after school program
- Administered First Aid when necessary
- Assisted with food prep during summer school
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive environments.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Served nutritious meals and snacks to students
- Provided one-on-one and group tutoring instruction for students to support the completion of homework
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO05.2025
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ06.2022
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Lesson Planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Technology Integration
- Team Collaboration
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification (July 2023 - July 2025)
Fingerprint Clearance Card (July 2023 - July 2027)
Alternative Teacher License (Aug 2023 - Aug 2025)
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Antelope Ridge Elementary
07.2023 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Sunset Hills Elementary School
10.2022 - 06.2023
Physical Education Coach
Eagle College Prep Maryvale
07.2022 - 10.2022
Physical Education Teacher
Paramount Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Behavioral Coach
Victory Autism Academy
07.2020 - 07.2021
SSB Aid 3
Tierra Del Sol Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Lead Behavior Coach
Nova Individualized Learning
08.2017 - 08.2019
Basketball Coach
Empower College Prep
01.2015 - 04.2015
Activity Leader/Teen Director
Boys and Girls Club
04.2012 - 08.2017
Behavioral Coach
The ACES
04.2012 - 10.2014
Customer Service Representative
United Blood Services
06.2011 - 11.2011
Youth Activity Specialist
El Paso Parks & Recreations
03.2008 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Education
Western Colorado University
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood Education
Northern Arizona University
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