Professional educator with solid experience in promoting physical fitness and well-being. Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans, foster positive learning environment, and adapt to diverse student needs. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving goals through effective collaboration and communication. Skilled in various sports, fitness training methods, and student assessment techniques. Reliable and adaptable, always ready to meet changing needs and expectations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
The CarolMorgan School of Santo Domingo
10.1996 - 06.2024
Organized annual field days and Pep assemblies, promoting physical activity, healthy competition and school spirit among the school community.
Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals through Fitnessgram to develop sense of accomplishment.
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Created a safe and inclusive classroom in a multi cultural environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Served as Varsity Basketball coach for High school for 25 years, leading them to numerous victories both locally and internationally in countries like Ecuador, Mexico,Trinidad & Tobago,Venezuela, Puerto Rico and successful seasons.
Served as Middle School Basketball coach and weight room supervision.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons that incorporated physical education concepts into other subject areas.
As team leader I ensured a dynamic learning environment, frequently updating equipment for pre-K-5 with my other department colleagues and athletics equipment for interscholastic sports and resources to meet educational standards and student interests.
Fostered positive and inclusive learning environment by consistently implementing innovative and engaging physical education programs.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Improved learning with well-written lesson plans, focusing on developmental needs and interests of students.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Pioneered use of technology in physical education, incorporating fitness apps and online resources to track and motivate student progress by incorporating step counters and Fitness gram program.
Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Promoted lifelong fitness habits, equipping students with knowledge and skills to maintain healthy lifestyles beyond classroom.
Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Advocated for importance of physical education within school curriculum as a Team leader for the Elementary P.E. department, contributing to policy discussions and curriculum development meetings.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents..
Encouraged parental involvement in students' physical education and sports program, organizing informative sessions and providing regular progress updates through the Elementary P.E. and High School athletics web pages.
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Basketball Coach and Coordinator
Carol Morgan School
10.1999 - 10.2023
Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete''s learning style to maximize potential improvement.
Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
Developed strong relationships with athletes'' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
Cultivated a culture of excellence that led to multiple championship wins within local competitions and International tournaments.
Evaluated game film as part of ongoing review process identifying areas of weakness requiring targeted improvements.
Implemented injury prevention strategies to minimize risk of harm during practices and games.
Mentored assistant coaches in their professional growth, sharing best practices in coaching techniques.
Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
Managed team logistics, such as scheduling games, coordinating transportation, and overseeing equipment inventory.
Collaborated with school administration to ensure adherence to academic requirements for student athletes.
Elevated team spirit and cohesion by conducting regular team-building exercises.
Collaborated with assistant coaches and staff to develop comprehensive game plans, maximizing team potential.
Fostered culture of discipline and respect among players, contributing to positive team environment.
Coordinated with school officials to ensure academic compliance and balance for student-athletes.
Basketball Coach
NBA Basketball School
06.2022 - 08.2022
Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
Increased player motivation with tailored goal-setting and progress tracking strategies.
Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
Developed players' technical skills through focused training sessions, leading to improved game performance.
Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Offered constructive feedback to athletes to help reach goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
Skills
Classroom management
Health and wellness education
Lesson planning
Relationship building
Student development
Athletic coaching
Physically fit
Coaching experience
Certified coach
Strength training
Accomplishments
Oversaw physical education program covering grades 3-5 as team leader.
Supervised the Elementary Physical Education staff team of three teachers and one assistant . Also as Basketball coordinator oversaw five Basketball staff members.
Recognized by Carol Morgan School as a Silver Shark for my dedication and accomplishments in the Physical and Athletics Department.