Educator with over 30 years of experience in program development and grant acquisition. Expertise in training for International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program, focusing on team coaching and interdisciplinary practices. Committed to enhancing student well-being and fostering collaborative learning environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health, Physical Education/Fitness Teacher
Quaker Valley School District
Sewickley, Pennsylvania
08.1995 - 08.2025
Delivered health and physical education instruction tailored for middle school students.
Designed and implemented Family and Consumer Science curriculum, mentoring teachers throughout process.
Developed diverse fitness programs while overseeing middle school facilities effectively.
Secured funding to upgrade fitness center and broaden curriculum offerings significantly.
Conducted workshops for external educators focused on improving instructional methods.
Presented at state convention on health education strategies, advocating for best practices.
Coached girls’ basketball, softball, and varsity swim team, strengthening team dynamics and performance.
Integrated technology into educational activities to support enhanced student learning.
Active member of the Student Assistance Program, and Blue Ribbon Committee.
International Baccalaureate Mentor for Middle School Staff and Related Arts Department.
High School Biology Long Term Substitute Teacher
Beaver Area School District
Beaver, Pennsylvania
12.1994 - 07.1995
Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse high school biology topics aligned with curriculum standards.
Facilitated interactive laboratory experiments to enhance student learning experiences.
Collaborated with educators to refine instructional strategies and boost student achievement.
Evaluated student progress through assignments and informal assessments.
Assessed student understanding through regular quizzes and hands-on activities.
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Health & PE
Blackhawk School District
Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania
11.1993 - 07.1995
Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related challenges.
Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to various student skill levels.
Implemented fitness assessments to monitor student progress and health metrics.
Coordinated intramural sports programs to foster teamwork and school spirit.
Cultivated a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
Communicated regularly with parents regarding student participation and development.
Manager
Lady Foot Locker
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
06.1992 - 08.1994
Managed daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies.
Trained and developed staff to enhance customer service skills.
Oversaw inventory management, including ordering, receiving shipments, and stock organization.
Implemented visual merchandising strategies to elevate store presentation.
Resolved customer complaints efficiently to sustain satisfaction levels.
Coordinated promotional events, driving customer engagement and sales.
Conducted performance evaluations to support team development.
Monitored cash, payroll, and inventory processes for smooth operations.
Education
Master of Arts - Technology Education
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Skills
Curriculum development and instructional design
Health and fitness programming
International Baccalaureate training
Grant writing and program implementation
Student assistance program involvement
Classroom management and engagement
Team coaching (basketball, softball, swimming)
Committee participation (Blue Ribbon, digital grant)
Fitness facility design and implementation
Retail operations and supervision
Communication and collaboration skills
Educational technology tools
Accomplishments
Awarded $80,000 in grants to create and implement. a Middle School Fitness room and curriculum
Recognized as Teacher fo the year for going the extra mile in grant writing
Recognized Active Member of the Blue Ribbon Committee
Recognized Trainer/Mentor for the IBMYP Programme accreditation
Certification
Certified International Baccalaureate Trainer for the Middle Years Programme
Group Fitness Instructor Certification
Personal trainer Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health, Physical Education/Fitness Teacher
Quaker Valley School District
08.1995 - 08.2025
High School Biology Long Term Substitute Teacher
Beaver Area School District
12.1994 - 07.1995
Long Term Substitute Teacher/Health & PE
Blackhawk School District
11.1993 - 07.1995
Manager
Lady Foot Locker
06.1992 - 08.1994
Master of Arts - Technology Education
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education