Emily Stapler
Arab,AL
Summary
Dedicated Physical Education Teacher with expertise in classroom management and lesson planning. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment and promoting fitness and wellness education.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Arab City Schools
Arab, AL
08.2009 - Current
- Served on Instructional Leadership Team 3 years at AES.
- Developed and implemented engaging lessons promoting physical fitness and teamwork.
- Mentored student interns from JSU, sharing best practices in physical education.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom 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 a head and assistant coach for various school sports teams, hosting large scale cross country/track meets and sectional golf tournaments.
- Served as the District 8 Representative for AHSAA Golf Coaches 4 years.
- Kid's Heart Challenge Coordinator, raising over $100,000 for the American Heart Association since 2009.
Physical Education Teacher
Cullman City Schools
Cullman, AL
07.2006 - 05.2009
- Lead PE Teacher 2nd-6th Grade
- Cullman City Schools Foundation School Representative
- Implemented HEAL Alabama Pilot Program
- Field Day Coordinator
Education
18 Hour Certification - Instructional Leadership
06-2026
Master of Science - Physical Education
12-2009
Master of Science - Physical Education
Skills
- Classroom management
- Health and wellness education
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Arab Elementary School Teacher of The Year 2020-2021
- North-South All Star Team Girls Golf Coach 2020
- Marshall County Girls Golf Coach of the Year 2019, 2020
- Marshall County Cross Country Coach of the Year 2012
- University of North Alabama Promising Alumni Award 2004-2005
Coaching Experience
I have served as a head coach, assistant coach, and school sponsor of many teams and programs throughout my career.
- Track and Field Assistant Coach - Arab High School 2025 - Present
- Girls Basketball Assistant Coach - Arab Jr. High 2021-2024
- Girls Golf Head Coach - Arab High School 2018 - 2024
- Cross Country Head Coach - Arab High School 2009 - 2017
- Track and Field Head Coach - Arab High School 2009 - 2013
- Archery Instructor and Head/Assistant Coach - AES, AJHS, AHS 2011 - 2019
- Archery Instructor and Assistant Coach - West Elementary 2007-2008
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher - Arab City Schools
08.2009 - Current
Physical Education Teacher - Cullman City Schools
07.2006 - 05.2009
Samford University - 18 Hour Certification, Instructional Leadership
Jacksonville State University - Master of Science, Physical Education
University of North Alabama - Master of Science, Physical Education