Charles S. Richardson
Physical Education Teacher
New Lenox,IL
Summary
Energetic Physical Education Teacher passionate about helping students of all abilities achieve physical fitness objectives and improve overall health and wellbeing.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Alan B. Shepard High School
08.2006 - Current
- Collaborated with specialists to meet the physical, behavioral and cognitive needs of diverse learners.
- Led training programs for student mentors to best prepare them to support their peers with disabilities in the PE setting.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities.
Physical Education Teacher
Coal City Unit District #1
08.2001 - 05.2006
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Established high expectations for all students, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone felt valued and supported.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Program Development
Coaching and Mentoring
Student Behavior Management
Special Needs Adaptation
Faculty Collaboration and Support
Problem-Solving
Individualized Instruction
Accomplishments
Teaching
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement the POWER PE course and mentoring program to raise awareness and acceptance of students of all abilities.
- Developed instructional and extracurricular activities to promote inclusion and improve school culture at Shepard.
Wrestling
- 3x South Suburban Conference Coach of the Year
- Coach of 6x South Suburban Conference Team Champions
- Illinois Wrestling Coaches & Officials Association Hall of Fame Inductee 2022
- Illinois Wrestling Coaches & Officials Association, Single A Coach of the Year Nominee 2006
- Illinois Wrestling Coaches & Officials Associate, Assistant Coach of the Year Award Winner 2001
- National Wrestling Coaches Association, 2000. Recognized Assistant Coach of the Year
- Providence Catholic High School Varsity Assistant Coach of IHSA State Champions 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
- Lincoln Junior College, Athlete 134lbs, Member of National Championship Team 1989
- Providence Catholic High School, Team Captain 1988
- 2x ISHA State Place Winner: 4th (1987), 3rd (1988)
Assistant Athletic Director
- Assumed administrator responsibilities during sports competitions and tournaments.
- Organized and facilitated youth wrestling tournaments at Shepard to promote the growth of the sport.
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Alan B. Shepard High School
08.2006 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Coal City Unit District #1
08.2001 - 05.2006
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of St. Francis
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Chicago State University
05.2001 -