Denise Moser
HARRISBURG,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator and fitness expert with a proven track record, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching and comprehensive wellness programs. Specializes in curriculum development and community outreach, blending academic advisement with wellness promotion. Achieved notable success in program leadership, evidenced by a 90% increase in student participation.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Lebanon Valley College
Lebanon, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Instructed Exercise Science classes to undergraduate students pursuing a major in Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Kinesiology or related fields.
- Instructed movement-based lessons, including weight training, group fitness instruction, and program design and implementation.
- Created detailed and engaging lecture presentations for Exercise Science courses.
College Professor
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
08.2018 - Current
- Instructed exercise science, physical education, and health classes to undergraduate students.
- Provided instruction in a variety of courses, including lecture and laboratory classes.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods to improve student engagement.
- Mentored and motivated students to increase class participation.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.
- Advised students in personal matters, driving academics, attendance and behaviors.
- Instructed on exercise prescription and implementation, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Educated students on drug and alcohol awareness and the importance of healthy living.
Exercise Specialist
The Underground Training Center
Harrisburg, PA
09.2016 - Current
- Offered clients educational information and materials to help with preventive care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management and ergonomics.
- Encouraged healthy competition between participants in group classes.
- Conducted one-on-one consultations to review fitness plans and provide feedback on performance improvement.
- Provided guidance on nutrition and lifestyle habits to support overall health goals.
- Performed assessments to evaluate the physical condition of clients.
- Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
- Instructed clients in proper form and technique while performing exercises.
- Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
- Explained and taught proper use of weights, exercise bands and other fitness equipment.
- Monitored and recorded clients' progress, including strength, flexibility, endurance, and weight loss.
- Led personal and group fitness sessions, including specialty programs like Kickboxing, Bootcamp, Metabolic Burn, Spin, and weight lifting for approximately 60 clients per week.
Founding Executive Director
Functional Fitness 4 Kids
Fairfax, VA
- Founded Functional Fitness 4 Kids, a non-profit organization providing free after-school fitness and nutrition programs to 3rd-8th grade students across Washington DC Metro area.
- Performed administrative tasks such as writing newsletters, preparing press releases and organizing meetings.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Organized events to build public awareness of the organization's mission and its services.
- Developed relationships with media outlets to promote brand recognition throughout the community.
- Implemented the FF4K program in 12 schools across MD, VA, and PA, and instructed summer camps for children ages 4-12 in Fairfax County, VA.
- Wrote twelve awarded grant proposals, managed a $90,000 budget, hired and trained staff, developed certification and curriculum, and conducted pre-post session evaluations.
- Presented nationally on exercise, youth fitness, and the differences between male and female learning.
- Educated audiences on the importance of exercise for brain health and the benefits of brain breaks.
- Provided parent education on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and the significance of physical activity.
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax, VA
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Adhered to applicable fitness program standards and benchmarks.
- Assessed student performance using rubrics and other evaluation tools.
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations, and standardized assessments.
- Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess science-based curriculum.
- Monitored student physical fitness with standardized assessments and devised appropriate individual goals.
- Planned class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols when needed during PE classes.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Taught Health & Physical Education to 8th-grade students at Lanier MS for 11 years, managing classes of 35-45 students.
- Instructed 12th-grade students in Sports Medicine at McLean HS for 1 year, fostering advanced understanding of the subject.
- Collaborated with co-teachers to develop and deliver high-quality lessons, effectively managing diverse student needs and behaviors.
Community Health Educator
UPMC Pinnacle Health
Harrisburg, PA
- Led and supervised a team of educators for the Eat Smart, Play Smart program at local schools.
- Conducted fitness testing for youth ages 4-16 in the Youth Weight Management program as an Exercise Physiologist.
- Oversaw and managed educational initiatives in a contracted role to address childhood obesity.
Student Teacher Supervisor
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
- Collaborated with George Mason University professors to mentor student teachers, identifying their strengths and weaknesses to develop effective teaching strategies.
- Presented at teacher/student workshops at George Mason University to enhance educational practices.
- Guided student teachers through practical teaching experiences each quarter, ensuring a successful and positive learning environment.
Sports Strength and Conditioning Coach
Extreme Sports Advantage
Alexandria, VA
- Educated athletes about exercise strategies, nutrition and use of supplements as related to overall condition.
- Performed corrective exercises to improve mobility, stability, balance, flexibility, posture.
- Developed educational materials such as handouts or videos demonstrating exercise techniques.
- Developed sport-specific workout programs for high school, college, and professional athletes.
- Trained athletes throughout pre, mid, and post-season to enhance performance.
- Conducted injury prevention and rehabilitation training sessions and workshops.
Fitness Specialist
White House Athletic Club
Washington, DC
- Prescribed exercise programs for high-profile clients, ensuring maximum security clearance.
- Taught one-on-one and group fitness classes.
- Conducted assessments of clients' body composition, strength, cardio-respiratory endurance, flexibility and balance.
Education
Master of Science - Exercise And Health Promotion
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PABachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Online teaching
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Academic advisement
- Lesson planning
- Wellness promotion
- Leadership development
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Subject matter expertise
- Health education curriculum
- Content development
- Public speaking
- Program leadership
- Community engagement
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Team building exercises
- Sports specific training
- Body composition analysis
- Client motivation
- Injury prevention
- Physical education teaching
- Large group presentations
- Community outreach
- Public presentation
- Health promotion
- Evidence-based intervention
- Verbal and written communication
- Attention to detail
- Coaching and mentoring
- Project management
- Student-centered learning
- Motivating students
- CPR and AED
- Flexible and adaptable
- Self-Directed
- Active listening
Accomplishments
· Many awards and recognition were given throughout my career; most notable, The President's Council on Physical Fitness Sports & Health Community Leader award for providing my community with health and fitness initiatives.
· Written over 10 local and National publications and news articles (listed on my website).
· Worked for professional and collegiate sports teams as an assistant strength & conditioning specialist
· Wrote Fitness curriculum for Alexandria City and Fairfax County Public School systems and implemented "Fitness Friday's" into 27 school curricula.
Certification
· Certified Health & Physical Education Teacher, K-12 in Pennsylvania & Virginia.
· ACSM Personal Training Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Lebanon Valley College
08.2022 - Current
College Professor
Harrisburg Area Community College
08.2018 - Current
Exercise Specialist
The Underground Training Center
09.2016 - Current
· Certified Health & Physical Education Teacher, K-12 in Pennsylvania & Virginia.
· ACSM Personal Training Certified
Founding Executive Director
Functional Fitness 4 Kids
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
Community Health Educator
UPMC Pinnacle Health
Student Teacher Supervisor
George Mason University
Sports Strength and Conditioning Coach
Extreme Sports Advantage
Fitness Specialist
White House Athletic Club
Master of Science - Exercise And Health Promotion
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Pennsylvania State University
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