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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 York
05.2025

Advanced Regents Diploma - undefined

Southwestern High School
Jamestown, New York
06.2021

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
Drew Keppel