Jessica J. Secriskey
Cresson,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic Physical Education Teacher eager to assist students in improving physical fitness, health and wellbeing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Bishop Guilfoyle Academy
Altoona, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits among students through interactive activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
- Monitored the progress of each student in order to identify areas of improvement or success.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Penn Cambria School District
Cresson, Pennsylvania
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
Certified Paraoptomatric-Clinical Assistant
Mountain View Eye
Altoona, Pennsylvania
04.2019 - 12.2023
- Conducted preliminary testing on patients to gather important historical and present data for Optometrist
- Worked directly with doctor during examinations for betterment of patients including those with macular degeneration, glaucoma, specialty contact lens needs, and other ocular concerns
Optician
Wise Eyes Optical
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Co-managed an optical center to assist in patients’ visual care
- Obtained insurance authorizations and submitted insurance claims to maximize vision benefits
Painter
Saint Francis University
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Painted and restored campus dormitories, offices, and chapel
- Worked both individually and as a team to achieve goals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Studies, Pre-Allied Health, Psychology, Arts & Letters, Women & the Community
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA05.2017
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Instructional strategies
- Student assessment
- Health education
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Positive reinforcement
Coursework
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II Lecture and Laboratory
- Microbiology Lecture and Laboratory
- Nursing Assessment of the Person Lecture and Laboratory
- Case Management
- Health Care Ethics
- Developmental Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Group Therapy & Practice
Timeline
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Bishop Guilfoyle Academy
07.2024 - Current
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Penn Cambria School District
12.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Paraoptomatric-Clinical Assistant
Mountain View Eye
04.2019 - 12.2023
Optician
Wise Eyes Optical
10.2017 - 04.2019
Painter
Saint Francis University
06.2011 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Studies, Pre-Allied Health, Psychology, Arts & Letters, Women & the Community
Saint Francis University