Claire Wallace
Hillsboro,IL
Summary
Motivated and versatile physical education educator with a strong record of success at Irving Elementary School and Carl Junction High School. Skilled in adapting teaching strategies and communicating effectively to support diverse student needs. Known for creating dynamic, student-centered lesson plans and cultivating an encouraging classroom atmosphere. Brings proven leadership, reinforced by a distinguished athletic career as a 9-time NCAA Division II All-American, reflecting commitment, discipline, and resilience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Representative
Greenville University
Greenville, IL
07.2024 - Current
- Developed relationships with high schools, counselors, and community organizations to promote college awareness.
- Attended off-site recruiting events such as college fairs or high school visits to meet with potential applicants in person.
- Assisted prospective students with the admissions process by providing guidance and answering questions through phone calls, emails, and texts.
Graduate Assistant - Student Recreation Center
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, Missouri
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Created flexible and creative workouts.
- I learned how to be adaptable by modifying workouts due to a wide age range and ability.
- Developed a versatile teaching style, transitioning from one group of cadets to another each semester.
Recreational Assistant
The SandBox
Kansas City, Missouri
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Designed and advertised tournaments using innovative ideas.
- Learned how to create and facilitate volleyball and pickleball tournaments.
- I improved my people skills by managing daily league games.
Student Athlete
MSSU / UCM
Joplin / Warrensburg, Missouri
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Balanced a full-time academic schedule alongside athletic requirements, including weekly practice, weight training, and competition travel.
- Established better concentration, a strong work ethic, and persevered to become a 9x NCAA DII All-American, 8x NCAA DII All-Academic.
- Identified various strengths and weaknesses of being a heptathlete, working alongside teammates and coaches, and displaying a humble and teachable attitude.
Student Teaching, Physical Education
Irving Elementary School
Joplin, MO
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning and implementing a balanced physical education program.
- Analyzed, demonstrated, and explained basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
- Established and maintained standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
Junior Internship, Physical Education
Carl Junction High School
Carl Junction, MO
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Instructed students through exercises, both verbal instruction and demonstration, in order to assist the teacher in managing the classroom.
- Developed lessons for soccer and team handball designed for high school students in groups consisting of 15 to 35; the learning objective focused on rules and gameplay, equipment and field/court needs, competition, and game strategy.
- Analyzed students' physical abilities and created activities designed for their greatest level of success.
Education
Master of Science - Sport Management
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05-2022
Skills
- Adaptable teaching
- Effective communication
- Sports knowledge
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Leadership
Timeline
Admissions Representative
Greenville University
07.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant - Student Recreation Center
University of Central Missouri
08.2023 - 05.2024
Recreational Assistant
The SandBox
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Teaching, Physical Education
Irving Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Junior Internship, Physical Education
Carl Junction High School
09.2021 - 11.2021
Student Athlete
MSSU / UCM
08.2018 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Sport Management
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Missouri Southern State University
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