Jon Martin
Unionville,TN
Summary
Hardworking Physical Education Teacher highly effective at motivating students to achieve full potential. Brings 20 years of experience as an educator along with 10 years of coaching. Excellent classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Bedford County Schools/Southside Elementary School
07.2005 - Current
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging activities and group projects into daily lesson plans.
- Developed individualized fitness programs for students, improving overall physical health and wellness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons that incorporated physical education concepts into other subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers in the implementation of effective classroom management strategies, fostering positive learning environments.
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among 390+ students.
- Conducted professional development workshops for fellow teachers on topics related to physical education best practices and teaching strategies.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at promoting health awareness and encouraging lifelong fitness habits among students.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Established a positive rapport with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and achievements in physical education classes.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Served as a elementary basketball league coach for two years, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
- School Traffic Crossing Guard
Science Teacher
Bedford County Schools/SCHS
08.2004 - 07.2005
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
- Served as a mentor and advisor for students interested in pursuing careers in science-related fields, guiding them through college applications and scholarship opportunities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Served as assistant baseball and assistant basketball coach, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
Education
Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2004
Associate of Applied Science -
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN05.2001
High School Diploma -
Community High School
Unionville, TN05.1998
Skills
- Grading and Reporting
- Equipment Storage Organization
- Student Behavior Management
- Injury Prevention
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Group Instruction
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- Shelbyville Central High School Coaching Staff: 2006, 2009 District 8AAA Boys Baseball Champions
- Shelbyville Central High School Coaching Staff: 2006, 2007, 2008 District 8AAA Boys Basketball Champions
- Shelbyville Central High School Coaching Staff: 2006 AAA Boys Basketball State Runner-Up
- Southside Elementary School Head Coach: 2022-2023 Bedford County Elementary Girls Basketball League Tournament Runner-Up
- Southside Elementary School Head Coach: 2023-2024 Bedford County Elementary Girls Basketball League Tournament Champions
- Multiple Southside Elementary Teacher of the Month accolades
Certification
State of Tennessee, Department of Education Professional Teaching License. Areas of Endorsement: 420 Phys Ed K-12
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Bedford County Schools/Southside Elementary School
07.2005 - Current
Science Teacher
Bedford County Schools/SCHS
08.2004 - 07.2005
Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Associate of Applied Science -
Columbia State Community College
High School Diploma -
Community High School
State of Tennessee, Department of Education Professional Teaching License. Areas of Endorsement: 420 Phys Ed K-12
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