JONATHAN ZOLTAN
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Passionate and dedicator educator with 10 years experience developing and implementing engaging Physical Education curriculum benefiting students of all ages and abilities.
Skilled in fostering an inclusive learning environment, promoting teamwork and encouraging lifelong wellness.
Seeking a position at the high school level to use my patient, proactive teaching approach to generate a positive impact on student well being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Physical Education Teacher, Grades K-8
Lashon Academy
Van Nuys, CA
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive PE curriculum covering diverse activities, from team sports and fitness to health education
- Cultivated a positive learning environment placing emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship and physical fitness
- Managed equipment inventory, ensuring adequate resources for all classes and activities.
Baseball Coach
Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy
Thousand Oaks, CA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Taught baseball skills/fundamentals for ages 10 to 17 at local summer camps throughout the Los Angeles area including Dodger Stadium
Physical Education Teacher, Grades K-8
Odyssey Charter School
Pasadena, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Cultivated a positive learning environment by creating engaging physical education activities.
- Adapted lesson plans according to unique needs of over 400 students, ensuring inclusive participation in all activities.
- Facilitated after-school sports clubs in volleyball and basketball, fostering a love for physical activity outside classroom hours.
LAUSD Substitute Teacher
Scoot Education
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Long term Physical Education teacher, El Camino High School (10/21-6/23)
- Full-time roving substitute teacher grades K-12 at various schools in the LA area
Physical Education Coach/Athletic Director
Hebrew Academy Orange County (Grades K-12)
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Led physical education classes, taught personal fitness for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, as well as sports fundamentals for basketball, baseball, football and soccer for over 300 students.
- Established the school’s first after school sports program in 2015 including boys and girls basketball teams. This program evolved to regular after school practices and a competitive league including the neighboring schools.
- Expanded the after school sports program by adding the school’s first boys baseball team (Grades 6-8) in 2018.
- Facilitated, scheduled, and coordinated with activity leaders of the After School Enrichment Program which provided all students an extra hour each week to explore and improve their favorite activity.
Education
Bachelors in Arts - Communication Studies
California State University, Northridge
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
California State University, Long Beach
Skills
- Inclusive teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Motivational skills
- Familiar with American Sign Language
Timeline
Baseball Coach
Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy
06.2025 - 08.2025
Physical Education Teacher, Grades K-8
Lashon Academy
08.2024 - 11.2025
Physical Education Teacher, Grades K-8
Odyssey Charter School
08.2023 - 06.2024
LAUSD Substitute Teacher
Scoot Education
08.2021 - 08.2023
Physical Education Coach/Athletic Director
Hebrew Academy Orange County (Grades K-12)
08.2015 - 07.2019
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelors in Arts - Communication Studies
California State University, Northridge