Drew Keppel
Jamestown,NY
Summary
A dedicated and enthusiastic student with a strong foundation in Physical Education and Health, seeking an entry-level teaching position to foster a positive learning environment, promote active lifestyles, and empower students to make informed health choices through engaging lessons and a student-centered approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher Health Education
Clarence Central School District
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Student Teacher, Physical Education
Buffalo Public School District
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligned to NYS Physical Education Standards
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels
- Assessed student performance using rubrics and other evaluation tools
- Instructed classes on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety while participating in physical activities
Student Accommodation Assistant
Canisius University
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated appropriate testing accommodations for students at Canisius University
- Coordinated and executed test schedules for athletes at the university
- Enforced standardized protocols ensuring secure handling of materials
Summer School Physical Education Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits among students through interactive activities like scavenger hunts or obstacle courses
- Monitored the progress of each student in order to identify areas of improvement or success
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being
Summer School Physical Education Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Created lesson plans that focus on developing physical literacy skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being
Ride Operator
Midway State Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts related to Midway State Park regulations
- Educated patrons on facilities, entertainment options and rules and regulations
Soccer Coach
Southwestern Soccer Club
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Directed diverse ability soccer team during summer session
- Led instruction on foundational aspects of soccer for kids
- Coordinated training sessions to develop soccer skills and foster teamwork among elementary and middle school students
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Health
Canisius University
Buffalo, New York05.2025
Advanced Regents Diploma - undefined
Southwestern High School
Jamestown, New York06.2021
Skills
- Skilled in many sports
- Intermediate Excel
- Advanced PowerPoint
- MS Office
- Oral and written communications
- Problem-solving skills
- Effective planning
- Time management
Awards
- NYS APHERD Departmental Major of the Year Canisius University, 2025
- Kappa Delta Pi (Education Honor Society), 2025
- Alpha Sigma Nu (University Honor Society), 2025
- Canisius University President’s Award
- Canisius University Merit Scholarship
- Justin Romaniuk Memorial Scholarship, 2021
- CCAA First Team All Star (soccer), 2021
- Post Journal First Team All Star (soccer), 2021
- CCAA Second Team All Star (soccer), 2020
Timeline
Student Teacher Health Education
Clarence Central School District
03.2025 - 05.2025
Student Teacher, Physical Education
Buffalo Public School District
01.2025 - 03.2025
Summer School Physical Education Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Accommodation Assistant
Canisius University
09.2023 - 12.2024
Summer School Physical Education Teacher
Southwestern Central School District
07.2023 - 07.2023
Ride Operator
Midway State Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
Soccer Coach
Southwestern Soccer Club
05.2021 - 08.2021
Advanced Regents Diploma - undefined
Southwestern High School
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Health
Canisius University
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