Casaundra Vagts
Ortonville
Summary
Dedicated professional recognized for strong student engagement and performance motivation. Experienced in creating a positive classroom environment and developing personalized teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Holly Area School District
Holly, MI
06.2021 - Current
- High School Physical Education and Health Teacher
- Girls Powerlifting Coach
- Developed new health curriculum that aligned with state standards. The curriculum also aligned with Michigan Model for Health.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and student engagement.
- Developed positive mentor relationships with students
- Worked closely with other departments to develop cross curriculum material for health class.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and effective teaching practices.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback to support growth.
Personal Trainer
Life Time Fitness Inc.
Troy, MI
06.2009 - 03.2020
- Developed personalized fitness programs tailored to client goals and abilities.
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments and evaluations for new clients.
- Provided ongoing motivation and accountability through regular follow-up sessions.
- Led group training sessions, fostering community engagement and teamwork among participants.
- Led group training sessions, fostering motivation and camaraderie among participants. Group classes engaged 20 participants at a time.
Education
Teaching Certificate - K-12 Teaching Certification
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI06-2023
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
Hope College
Holland, MI05-2008
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
High School Teacher
Holly Area School District
06.2021 - Current
Personal Trainer
Life Time Fitness Inc.
06.2009 - 03.2020
Teaching Certificate - K-12 Teaching Certification
Schoolcraft College
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
Hope College