Gianpaolo Polignano
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Capable and secondary science educator (grades 6-12) with over 20 years of experience in Coaching and Teaching roles. Excellent classroom management, listening, and behavior enhancement skills. Working collaboratively with teachers, administrators and specialists to support student academic development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Sullivan County Public Schools
Blountville, TN
02.2023 - Current
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
Head Site Coach
Barracuda Swim Club
Kingsport, TN
08.2018 - 02.2023
- In charge of cultivating positive year-round club swimming atmosphere using motivational tactics and enthusiasm embraced by swimmers, families and pool personnel.
- Delegated appropriate work to assistant coach, setting priorities and goals.
- Accepted constructive criticism from head coach to improve skills.
- Coached 3 swimmers to Junior Nationals as well as Zone and LSC Championship qualifiers.
Head Coach Mohican Swim
Mohican Swimming Pool
Bethesda, MD
06.2003 - 08.2018
- Coach and lead team of 207 swimmers age 5-18 through summer competitive swim season.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Collaborated with peer and parent liaisons to achieve program growth while managing coaching development.
Substitute Teacher
Frederick County Public Schools
Frederick , MD
09.2009 - 06.2018
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Had long-term substitute assignment in 2015 at Tuscarora High School creating lesson plans for both Honors and Regular level Chemistry classes.
Age Group Swim Coach
Tollefson Swimming
Bethesda, MD
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Built relationships with parents and swimmers to increase likelihood of repeat business in future swim lessons sessions.
- Encouraged students to build confidence in and out of water by making swimming fun.
- Assessed swimming skill levels for each student and placed accordingly depending on results.
Science Teacher
Quince Orchard High School
Gaithersburg, MD
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Taught Physical Science and Biology (Regular & Honors)
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Set up demonstrations, assisting and supervising students while conducting experiments.
Head Age Group Swim Coach
All Star Aquatics
Bethesda , MD
09.2004 - 05.2009
- Coach and plan training regimen for all 12 and under swimmers
- Substituted for head coach when necessary
- Collaborated with parents and coaches to optimize long-term athlete development.
Student Teacher
Seneca Valley High School
Germantown, MD
01.2004 - 06.2004
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Education
MA - Secondary - Science Education
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Cell Biology/Molecular Genetics
University of Maryland College Park
College Park, MD12.2002
Skills
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Classroom Technology
- Activity planning
- Analytical skills
- Smartboard technology
- Behavior modeling
- People skills
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Motivational Leadership
- Swimming
- Chess
References
Jonathon Fields
Principal - Sullivan Central Middle School
jonathon.fields@sullivank12.net
gcswimming@gmail.com
Andy Hare
Principal- Sullivan East High School
andy.hare@sullivank12.net
423-354-1900
Certification
- National Certificate For STEM Teaching June 2023
- American Swimming Coaches Association Level 5 Certification (Highest)
- Surge Strength Dryland Training Certification
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Sullivan County Public Schools
02.2023 - Current
Head Site Coach
Barracuda Swim Club
08.2018 - 02.2023
Age Group Swim Coach
Tollefson Swimming
08.2015 - 05.2018
Substitute Teacher
Frederick County Public Schools
09.2009 - 06.2018
Science Teacher
Quince Orchard High School
09.2006 - 06.2009
Head Age Group Swim Coach
All Star Aquatics
09.2004 - 05.2009
Student Teacher
Seneca Valley High School
01.2004 - 06.2004
Head Coach Mohican Swim
Mohican Swimming Pool
06.2003 - 08.2018
MA - Secondary - Science Education
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Cell Biology/Molecular Genetics
University of Maryland College Park
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