Eric Petterson
Waukee,IA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in leading education and extra-curricular activities. Excelled in curriculum design and individualized instruction, enhancing student learning experiences and holistic well-being. Fostered strong relationships, achieving significant engagement in at-risk programs. Skilled in athletic coaching and special needs support, as well as collaborating with grade-level teams in cross-curricular lesson design.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Waukee Community School District
08.2018 - Current
- Designed a comprehensive PE curriculum for my students using SHAPE standards and tailored to meet individualized student needs.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Freshman Baseball and Football Coach
Waukee Community School District
08.2018 - Current
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Worked with Athletic Director to build game schedules.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet both program needs.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Des Moines Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2018
- Kept records of attendance to monitor student progress and attendance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
At Risk Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Fort Dodge Middle School
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Worked with the middle school administrative and counseling teams to identify students who were deemed at-risk and would benefit from the pilot program
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Fort Dodge Community Schools
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Kept records of attendance to monitor student progress and attendance.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
Education
Education Specialist - Education Leadership
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12-2024
Master of Science - Sport Pedagogy
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12-1999
Bachelor of Science - HPER
Dakota State University
Madison, SD05-1997
Skills
- Special needs support
- Curriculum design
- Instructional methods and strategies
- Athletic coaching
- Relationship building
- Individualized instruction
Timeline
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Waukee Community School District
08.2018 - Current
Freshman Baseball and Football Coach
Waukee Community School District
08.2018 - Current
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Des Moines Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2018
At Risk Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Fort Dodge Middle School
08.2013 - 07.2014
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Fort Dodge Community Schools
08.2012 - 07.2013
Education Specialist - Education Leadership
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Science - Sport Pedagogy
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - HPER
Dakota State University
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