Jordan Kohne
Cape Coral
Summary
Dedicated Physical Education Teacher and Coach adept at applying discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of physically educated individuals. Strong motivational team builder with experience in track coaching, athletic program leadership as an Athletic Director, and basketball coaching. Deep knowledge of NASPE K-12 Standards. Additional expertise in adapted physical education and outdoor adventure education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
Lee County School District
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented athletic programs aligned with district goals.
- Collaborated with coaches to enhance student-athlete performance and engagement.
- Managed scheduling for all athletic events and facilities, ensuring efficient operations.
- Oversaw budget allocations for sports programs, optimizing resource utilization.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance program visibility and support.
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
Lee County School District
08.2025 - Current
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and team cohesion.
- Implemented game strategies to improve on-court performance and decision-making.
- Coordinated player evaluations to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication and mentorship.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Lee County School District
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging physical education lessons aligned with state standards.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to foster improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular activities integrating health and fitness concepts.
Track and Field Coach
Lee County School District
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Coordinated team practices, ensuring effective use of time and resources for maximum results.
- Analyzed athletes' performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailored coaching strategies accordingly.
- Fostered a positive team environment that promoted collaboration, motivation, and sportsmanship among athletes.
Elementary Physical Education Student Teacher
Morgan Road Elementary School
- 01.2024
- Taught engaging physical education lessons for 3rd - 5th grade students.
- Designed developmentally appropriate basketball and volleyball physical education units.
- Conducted regular fitness level assessments and recorded student progress.
- Communicated student performance feedback to students and families.
- Maintained positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues.
Middle School Physical Education Student Teacher
Morgan Road Middle School
- 01.2024
- Created and taught developmentally appropriate lessons and units of study for 6th - 8th grade students focused on basketball, rock climbing, lacrosse, ultimate frisbee, swat ball, and project adventure.
- Assessed students using the multi-stage PACER Test.
- Maintained orderly classes through the implementation of proactive classroom management techniques.
- Assisted with non-instructional tasks such as, hall duty, lunch duty, and exam proctoring.
Physical Education Practicum Student
SUNY Cortland
01.2020 - 01.2023
- EDU 256 - Observed PE classes and conducted PE evaluations at Baldwinsville High School, Baldwinsville, NY.
- PED 321 - Designed and taught a comprehensive Pre-K/Kindergarten fundamental movement unit and online instructional component for skills reinforcement.
- EDU 355 - Co-taught an elementary level PE class for 40 students to develop fundamental skills, such as running, jumping, and rolling.
- PED 386 - Wrote and taught 1:1 weekly adaptive swimming lessons to a student with disabilities.
- PED 381 - Participated in Adirondack Mountain outdoor adventure training in Raquette Lake, NY. Practiced team building exercises and outdoor adventure skills, such as, canoeing, orienteering, and map reading.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NYSkills
- Weight Room Techniques & Safety
- Pre-K/Kindergarten Fundamental Movement
- Adaptive Aquatic Instruction
- Outdoor Adventure Education Development
- Rock Climbing Instruction
- Online PE Instructional Design
- Fitness Level Assessments
- Developmentally Appropriate Lesson/Unit Planning
- Proactive Classroom Management
- Secondary Level Coaching- Modified Basketball, Lacrosse and Track
- Extracurricular Club Sport Management
- Facility management
- Scheduling coordination
- Event management
Certification
- Initial Teacher Certification (Pending) K-12 Physical Education NY State Department of Education
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Belayed Rock Climbing Certification
COACHING & COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Morgan Road Elementary School, Run Club Advisor, Liverpool, NY, 2024
- Morgan Road Middle School, Modified Girls Basketball and Boys Lacrosse Coach, Liverpool, NY, 2024
- J.M. McDonald Sports Complex, CHAMP After School Physical Education Volunteer, Cortland, NY, 2022
Timeline
Athletic Director
Lee County School District
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
Lee County School District
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Lee County School District
09.2024 - Current
Track and Field Coach
Lee County School District
08.2024 - Current
Physical Education Practicum Student
SUNY Cortland
01.2020 - 01.2023
Elementary Physical Education Student Teacher
Morgan Road Elementary School
- 01.2024
Middle School Physical Education Student Teacher
Morgan Road Middle School
- 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
SUNY Cortland