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Overview
Work History
Education
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COACHING EXPERIENCE
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JASON LUTHER

Portville,NY

Summary

To obtain the Director of Extracurricular Activities position within the Portville Central School District

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6th Grade Math Teacher

Portville Central School District
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • 6th Grade Math Teacher (2018-2023)
  • 6th Grade Science Teacher (2023-Present)
  • Prepare/Execute daily lesson plans according to NYS science standards
  • Ecology Camp Coordinator (2023-Present)
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
  • Assessed student performance through regular evaluations, adapting instructional methods to meet individual learning needs.

6th Grade Math Teacher

Port Allegany School District
01.2009 - 01.2018
  • 6th Grade math teacher
  • Math Design Collaborative planner
  • Everyday Math Applications Instructor
  • Prepare/Execute daily lesson plans- Common Core Math Standards
  • TTM (Think Through Math) Data Team
  • Elementary School Yearbook Director
  • Multimedia Project Coordinator (2011-2016)
  • Lil’ Gator Daily News Editor/Producer
  • PSSA Pep Rally Coordinator

5th Grade General Education Teacher

Charles County School District
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • 5th Grade General Education Teacher
  • Prepared daily lesson plans for math, reading, writing, and social studies
  • Prepared students for the Maryland State Assessment
  • Generated MSA and facilitated test taking strategies for state assessments

6th Grade General Education Teacher

Franklinville Central School
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • 6th Grade General Education Teacher
  • Prepared daily lesson plans- Math, ELA, Science, and Social Studies
  • Coordinated “Moving-Up” ceremony
  • Member of the school improvement committee
  • 2nd Grade General Education Teacher- Summer School Program

Education

Masters Degree - Curriculum and Instruction

Gannon University
Erie, PA
01.2018

Master of Science - Elementary Education, Sport and Rec. Management

University of Pittsburgh At Bradford
Bradford, PA
01.2003

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Teaching strategies
  • Student motivation

Certification

  • Pennsylvania Elementary (K-6) Teaching Certificate
  • Pennsylvania Elementary (K-6) Level II Teaching Certificate
  • NYS Teaching Certification (1-6)
  • Act 34 Compliance
  • Act 151
  • Act 114 FBI Clearance

COACHING EXPERIENCE

  • 2023-Present Portville Central School Head JV Girls Softball Coach
  • Teaches proper mechanics in hitting, fielding, throwing, base-running, and catching.
  • Clearly explains drills, positions, expectations, and roles
  • Assists in a deeper understanding of game strategy
  • 2021-Present Portville Central School Head JV Girls Basketball Coach
  • Builds solid foundations in shooting, passing, dribbling, footwork, and defense.
  • Prepares players for the pace and physicality of varsity play
  • Helps athletes progress in basketball IQ, confidence, and consistency
  • Breaks down skills clearly and teaches correct technique
  • 2019-Present Olean Synergy Travel Head Softball Coach (8u, 10u, 12u)
  • Player Development- Provide age-appropriate training plans and progression
  • Create structured, purposeful practice plans.
  • Game Management- Communicate expectations to athletes and parents for tournaments and schedules
  • 2019-2021 Portville Central School Head Modified Boy’s Basketball Coach
  • Implemented fundamentals: dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, defense
  • Provides age-appropriate drills and progressive instruction
  • Sets clear expectations for behavior and responsibility
  • 2018-Present Portville Central School Varsity Assistant Football Coach
  • Defensive Coordinator: Linebacker/Defensive Line
  • Coordinated and implements defensive scheme installation
  • Assists in player development, opponent scouting, program culture building and daily practice planning
  • 2016-2018 Port Allegany High School Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
  • Oversaw Port Allegany girls basketball program (Elem-Varsity)
  • Serving as the PAYBL director/coordinator
  • Prepared daily practice schedules to include specific skills
  • Developed offensive and defensive schemes
  • Monitored student-athlete academic advances
  • Developed and implemented strength and conditioning program
  • 2009-2016 Port Allegany High School Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
  • Oversaw Port Allegany boys basketball program (Elem-Varsity)
  • 2009-2015 Port Allegany High School Varsity Assistant Football Coach
  • Offensive Coordinator/QB Coach
  • Prepared/Implemented daily player development drills
  • Developed weekly offensive schemes
  • Developed school, state, and Big 30 all-time leading passer in multiple statistical categories
  • Offense led state in scoring- 47.5 PPG.
  • 2009-2011 Port Allegany High School Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach
  • Infield/Pitching Coach
  • Prepared/Implemented daily player development drills.
  • 2007-2009 University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
  • 2002-2003 Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
  • Recruiting High School Seniors to participate in the UPB basketball Program
  • Organized placement of key players, roles, and positions
  • Designed and Implemented drills for perimeter players
  • Prepared practice schedules to include specific skills
  • Assisted in film preparation and strategy
  • 2006-2007 McDonough High School Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach
  • Assisted in the coordination of all drills and activities for practices games
  • Implemented all rules and guidelines of the McDonough basketball program values
  • 2004-2006 Franklinville Central School Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach
  • Assisted in the coordination of all drills and activities for practices and games
  • Prepared players to eventually excel at recognizing particular weaknesses in opposing players
  • Generated daily practice schedules to include specific skills
  • Assisted and influenced team decision making at varsity level
  • 2004-2006 Franklinville Central School Junior Varsity Baseball Coach
  • Coordinated all drills and activities for practices
  • Generated practice schedules to include specific skills
  • Worked with middle infielders and outfielders on all aspects of the game
  • 2004-2006 Franklinville Central School Junior Varsity and Assistant Varsity Football Coach
  • Coordinated drills and activities for practices
  • Implemented defensive schemes as JV defensive coordinator
  • Assisted in preparation for defensive schemes against weekly opponents (Scout Team Coordinator)
  • Influenced team decision making at varsity level
  • Managed strength training and conditioning program
  • 2003-2004 Ellicottville Central School Junior Varsity Basketball Coach
  • Created offensive and defensive schemes

Timeline

6th Grade Math Teacher

Portville Central School District
01.2018 - 01.2023

6th Grade Math Teacher

Port Allegany School District
01.2009 - 01.2018

5th Grade General Education Teacher

Charles County School District
01.2006 - 01.2008

6th Grade General Education Teacher

Franklinville Central School
01.2004 - 01.2006

Masters Degree - Curriculum and Instruction

Gannon University

Master of Science - Elementary Education, Sport and Rec. Management

University of Pittsburgh At Bradford