Dedicated educator passionate about fostering a positive learning environment through engagement and collaboration. Skilled in creating safe, inclusive spaces that promote active participation and self-improvement. Committed to supporting student growth and development through personalized instruction and mentorship. Demonstrated ability to cultivate a love for learning and empower students to reach their full potential.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
GREENBEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Established a positive rapport with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and achievements in physical education classes.
Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
Lower School Fitness Teacher
Capital City Public Charter School
Washington DC
08.2012 - 06.2023
I plan and teach fitness classes for Prek-4th grade students and promote health and wellness at the school. The Fitness Teacher is responsible for working with students, other teachers and staff, and the principal toward achieving the mission and goals of Capital City Public Charter School.
Plan challenging and engaging lessons and experiences for students in fitness and adventure to help students achieve fitness standards. Ensure that lessons and activities have multiple entry points and support structures so that children with abilities and learning styles are successful.
Develop fitness courses for students based on the National Standards, students’ interests, and available opportunities.
Samuel P Massie Academy
District Heights, MD
05.2008 - 08.2012
Develop and facilitate the Physical Education curriculum; actively participate in instructional program planning for regular and special education students.
Create and implement daily lessons to promote the improvement of the physical, cognitive and collaboration skills as well as emotional and personal betterment. Reinforce teamwork, cooperation, collaboration, and problem solving, provide praise and individual support to raise self-confidence and self-esteem.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching-Human Kinetics
Southwestern University Graduate School
03.2014
Bachelor of Education - Physical Education
University Of the East-Manila
03.1995
Ph.D. - EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
CAGAYAN STATE UNIVERSITY
CAGAYAN VALLEY,PHILIPPINES
12-2023
Skills
Effectively differentiates instructions and provides individualizes supports ensuring that all students can succeed
Athletic coaching
Classroom management
Health and wellness education
Lesson planning
Relationship building
Problem-solving skills
Student behavior management
Refereeing and coaching
Enforcing rules and expectations
Sports education
Physical education
Physical fitness
Special needs adaptation
Behavior modeling
Grading and reporting
Certification
ADVANCE CERTIFICATION IN K-12 PHYSICAL EDUCATION, MARYLAND STATE DEPT OF EDUCATION -
Assistant Education Officer at United Nations High Commissioner for RefugeesAssistant Education Officer at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees