Jacob Nations
Sycamore,IL
Summary
Recent graduate looking to share my passion for physical fitness and sports with all students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Huntley Middle School
DeKalb, IL
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented physical education curricula for students in grades 6-8.
- Assessed student performance using rubrics and other evaluation tools.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to engage students with different learning styles.
Summer Camp Counselor
Sycamore Park District
SYCAMORE, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers.
- Encouraged positive behavior among campers through role modeling and reinforcement techniques.
- Organized games and sports activities to keep campers entertained.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behavior, and medical information for each camper.
Assistant Defensive Back Coach
Sycamore High School
Sycamore, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to defensive backs on proper footwork, technique, and alignment.
- Assisted in developing weekly game plans for upcoming opponents' offensive schemes.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to create strategies that best suited the defensive back personnel.
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Sycamore High School
SYCAMORE, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Developed practice plans to improve athlete's performance.
- Assisted in the organization and management of track and field practices, meets, and events.
- Provided feedback to athletes regarding their performance.
Assistant Youth Group Leader
First Baptist Church of Sycamore
SYCAMORE, IL
12.2020 - Current
- Assisted in coordinating activities for the youth group.
- Provided guidance and support to youth group members.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with youth group members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2024
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability
- Student Development
- Lesson Plan Development
- Behavior Modeling
- CPR, First Aid, AED Certified
- Classroom Management
- Educational Technology
- Differentiated Instruction
- Performance Assessments
References
- Patrick Hamilton - Huntley Middle School (815)761-3741
- Will Turner - Sycamore Park District (815)739-0028
- Nate Miller - FBC Sycamore (815)739-6616
- Matt Koseki - Sycamore High School (281)935-4661
Timeline
Student Teacher
Huntley Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2023
Summer Camp Counselor
Sycamore Park District
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Defensive Back Coach
Sycamore High School
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Sycamore High School
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Youth Group Leader
First Baptist Church of Sycamore
12.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Northern Illinois University