DEBORAH COBY
Monroe,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic physical education teacher and coach offering over 20 years' experience in teaching and sports leadership. Committed to nurturing respectful, resilient, and active students. A teacher seeking to promote and improve physical education. Demonstrated advanced knowledge in teaching physical education to all grade levels. Trusted by students, families, and colleagues for leadership, optimism, and a growth-minded approach to physical education and team sports.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Union Academy Charter School
Monroe NC
10.2022 - Current
- Designed inclusive games and fitness programs emphasizing teamwork, responsibility, and perseverance.
- Adapted lesson plans and gym setups in response to shifting schedules, weather conditions, and diverse learner needs with optimism and flexibility.
- Modeled patience and compassion to support students of varying abilities, helping build self-confidence and participation.
- Coached students to promote sportsmanship, trustworthiness. and personal growth through consistent practice and encouragement.
- Led youth with a focus on character building, perseverance, and trust while advancing sport-specific skills.
- Modeled trustworthiness and fairness in competitive settings, reinforcing respect and sportsmanship.
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Moriah School of Englewood
Englewood, NJ
09.2011 - 09.2020
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Created and directed girls sports programs and other special events.
- Placed orders for sporting goods equipment and maintained accurate records on equipment inventory.
- Managed all travel and transportation arrangements to help athletes participate in away games.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes.
- Ran sports practices with fun, team-building exercises to supplement drills, maximizing athlete engagement and improvement.
- Coached beginners and accomplished athletes in 3 diverse youth sports, emphasizing safety, health, teamwork and confidence building.
- Taught physical education classes, assisted athletic director and engaged in extracurricular activities to support overall school mission.
Physical Education Teacher
St. Joseph School
East Rutherford, NJ
09.2003 - 09.2009
Physical Education Teacher
St. Philip's School
Saddle Brook, NJ
09.1997 - 09.2003
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH05.1984
Skills
- Physical Education
- Student Behavior Management
- Equipment Storage Organization
- Sports Education
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Positive Reinforcement
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Compassionate Student Engagement
- Adaptability in Dynamic Learning Environments
- Positive Behavior Reinforcement Strategies
- Organization and Time Management
- Sport-Specific Coaching and Student Mentorship
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Union Academy Charter School
10.2022 - Current
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Moriah School of Englewood
09.2011 - 09.2020
Physical Education Teacher
St. Joseph School
09.2003 - 09.2009
Physical Education Teacher
St. Philip's School
09.1997 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
The College of Wooster