Dawn Perkinson
PHOENIX,AZ
Summary
I am a certified Silver Sneakers instructor and have been teaching for two years. I enjoy working with older adults encouraging them to keep moving and learning. Silver Sneakers is designed for older adults with specific exercises for that population. The exercises can be performed standing or sitting. It is my goal to make exercising purposeful and fun.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Silver Sneakers Instructor
Self-employed
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - Current
- Provide routines that include stretching, cardio, and cool-down exercises to incorporate all muscle groups.
- Offer various difficulty-level alternatives to exercises.
- Include exercises with an exercise ball, stretchy tubes, and hand-held weights.
- Incorporate standing and sitting exercises.
- Encourage participation and foster friendly relationships.
- Participate in ongoing Silver Sneakers training.
Elementary School Teacher
Balsz School District
Phoenix, AZ
09.1986 - 06.2018
- Encouraged and supported students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-1986
Skills
- Adult learning
- Active learning promotion
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Engaging presentation style
- Continuous professional development
Timeline
Silver Sneakers Instructor
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Balsz School District
09.1986 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
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