Caroline Culbertson
Physical Education Teacher
Laurens,SC
Summary
Hardworking Physical Education Teacher highly effective at motivating students to achieve full potential. Brings nine years of experience as Educator and promoter of a physically active lifestyle. Excellent physical condition and desire to help others find their joy through different types of physical activities.
Overview
2
2
Certificates
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Laurens District 55
Laurens , South Carolina
2013.07 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety all while promoting life-long physical activity.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes using FitnessGram.
- Provided creative, structured environment for children in grade levels K4 through 5th grade.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness such as social emotional learning.
- Collaborated with our guidance counselor to implement and assess IEP plans.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Utilized current technology and different apps to diversify and enhance classroom instruction such as the SworkIt App, GoNoddle.com, and the OpenFit App.
Long Term Substitute
Laurens District 56
Clinton , South Carolina
2012.08 - 2013.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Taught physical education, 5th grade, and kindergarten, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Lander Universtiy
Greenwood, SC 2012.04 - 2012.04
Accomplishments
- Implemented Jump Rope for Heart each February during Heart Month. Students raised money for the American Heart Association and were able to attend a jump-a-thon in each they received different awards such as the longest jumper, the most tricks used in one jump, and the jumper who raised the most money.
- Supervised team of 15-20 staff members in the afternoons for workouts and weight loss programs.
- Collaborated with teachers in the implementation of Walk at School Day where classes get to pick a theme and walk during the school day to show how exercise can be fun to participate in with groups.
Certification
[PCM Practitioner 2 ], [Professional Crisis Management Association] - [2017-present]]
Timeline
[PCM Practitioner 2 ], [Professional Crisis Management Association] - [2017-present]]
2021-12
Certified CPR & First Aid, [American Heart Association]
2021-12
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Laurens District 55
2013.07 - Current
Long Term Substitute
Laurens District 56
2012.08 - 2013.05
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Lander Universtiy
2012.04 - 2012.04
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