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JEFFREY "JAY" TUROCI

Griffith,IN

Summary

Dedicated entry-level Physical Education teacher with a solid foundation in education, including classroom management, creative teaching techniques, and student growth. Utilizing excellent communication skills and previous work experience to create a dynamic and effective learning environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pathfinder Teacher Middle/High School

School Town Of Highland
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Pathfinder Teacher Aide Middle/High School

School Town Of Highland
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Supported the head teacher in multiple subject areas including English, Math, and Science.
  • Assisted students with assignments by explaining core concepts and promoting critical thinking.
  • Updated classroom records with information such as attendance, participation and progress.
  • Supervised students during breakfast, lunch and recess as well as escorting multiple students to and from classes in different classrooms.
  • Upheld school discipline standards for individual students and the entire classroom.

Wellness Specialist

New Healthy Me
07.2019 - 02.2022
  • Educated participants on ways to engage in healthier practices and improve their lifestyle.
  • Helped participants create realistic health and wellness goals along with a plan to achieve those goals.
  • Delivered presentations to potential clients on the importance of wellness programs.
  • Created training documents to help employees navigate and use the administrative side of the web portal for data collection and technical support.

Personal Trainer/ Strength Coach

Self Employed
01.2004 - 01.2015
  • Developed, implemented and instructed a variety of group fitness programs.
  • Researched new exercise routines and techniques to develop quality fitness programs.
  • Prepared individualized exercise programs by evaluating health history and fitness assessments.
  • Motivated clients to achieve their goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle through education and positive reinforcement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health and Fitness

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05-2006

Transition To Teaching - K-12 Physical Education

Teachers of Tomorrow
Indiana
08-2025

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Motivating students
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student rapport
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Student engagement

Certification

  • Physical Education K-12
  • Teen Suicide Prevention
  • Sexual Abuse Prevention
  • CPR and First Aid

COACHING EXPERIENCE

  • High School Football
  • Youth and High School Softball
  • Baseball and T-ball
  • Youth Soccer

Timeline

Pathfinder Teacher Middle/High School

School Town Of Highland
08.2024 - Current

Pathfinder Teacher Aide Middle/High School

School Town Of Highland
12.2022 - 05.2024

Wellness Specialist

New Healthy Me
07.2019 - 02.2022

Personal Trainer/ Strength Coach

Self Employed
01.2004 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Health and Fitness

Purdue University

Transition To Teaching - K-12 Physical Education

Teachers of Tomorrow

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