Jordan Ricketts
580 Gregory Ave, Clifton
Summary
Physical education professional who will aid the future generation in achieving their athletic dreams while building them up to be healthy and genuine individuals. Skilled in designing and implementing engaging physical fitness programs for students. Developed innovative curriculum that balances physical activity and health education, fostering overall student well-being. Demonstrated ability to motivate students and cultivate positive and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Housel Fun & Fitness
06.2024 - Current
- Executed various physical education lesson plans with children throughout the summer with differing age groups for an hour per session minimum.
- Lead 14 sessions.
Student Teacher
Long Branch High School
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Observed, aided, and taught full classes in weightlifting and first aid settings.
- Created lesson plans and daily workouts for students to follow while allowing students to be autonomous in the weight room and lead their own workouts once approved.
- Accommodated students of different skill levels to achieve physical milestones tailored to their own goals.
Student Teacher
Township of Ocean Intermediate School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Challenged the students to improve their skills by joining games and playing at a desirable difficulty.
- Educated student-athletes on the importance of composure and maintaining good grades for a future in athletics.
Physical Educator
Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Curated and tailored physical activity lesson plans on locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skills.
Student Teacher
Margaret L. Vetter Elementary
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Initiated a Behavioral Modification Project for a student with disabilities.
- Joined the students in all activities.
Camp Counselor
Spring Lake Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Camp Counselor who supervised, fed, and catered to campers throughout the day.
- Awarded counselor of the week award.
Physical Educator
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Produced and taught physical education lesson revolving around affective, cognitive, and psychomotor skills alongside locomotor, non-locomotor, and object manipulation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education K-12
Monmouth University
05.2025
Skills
- Health and wellness education
- Interpersonal proficiency
- Classroom management
- Athletic coaching
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Technical Proficiency (Microsoft Office)
Affiliations
- New Jersey Association of Health Physical Education Recreation & Dance (NJAHPERD) 2023- Present
Certification
- NJ Health and Physical Education K-12 Teaching Certificate, Anticipated 05/25
- Substitute Teaching, 01723079, 10/18/23
- QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program, 08/29/22
- Alert Lockdown Inform Counter Evacuate Training Program, 08/28/22
- Harassment Intimidation and Bullying Law, 04/26/22
Community Service
- Volunteer Track & Field Coach, Passaic County Technical Vocational Schools, 2021-Present
- Long Branch Beach Clean-Up, 2023
Educational Objective
As a health and physical educator, I aim to inspire students to pursue their physical and wellness goals while fostering healthy, genuine individuals. I value the importance of overall wellness and strive to create a supportive, enjoyable environment where students grow physically and emotionally as a team by building lasting memories together while promoting respect, accountability, growth, and a love for a physically active lifestyle.
Accomplishments
· CAA Honors Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll, Monmouth University, 2024
· Health & Physical Education Department Award, 2024
· Monmouth University Dean's List, Monmouth, 2021
Professional Development
- Vice President of the New Jersey Association of Health Physical Education Recreation & Dance's (NJAHPERD) Future Professional Division
- NJAHPERD Future Professional Conference, 2023 & 2024
- NJAHPERD Adapted Physical Education Conference, 2024
- Monmouth United Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Leadership Program, 2024
- Grand Rounds - Data Science Use Today & In the Future, 2024
- Grand Rounds - The Subject Well-Being Crisis: How Do We Get Upstream?, 2023
- Black Student Athlete Summit, 2023
Activities
- Health & Physical Education Student Ambassador, Monmouth University, 2023-Present
- Resident Assistant, Monmouth University, 2022-2024
- Co-President of Black Student Athlete Huddle, Monmouth University, 2021-Present
- Track & Field Athlete and Team Captain, Monmouth University, 2021-Present
Timeline
Student Teacher
Long Branch High School
09.2024 - 05.2025
Intern
Housel Fun & Fitness
06.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Township of Ocean Intermediate School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Teacher
Margaret L. Vetter Elementary
09.2023 - 12.2023
Physical Educator
Ivy Hedge Early Childhood Learning Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
Physical Educator
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Camp Counselor
Spring Lake Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- NJ Health and Physical Education K-12 Teaching Certificate, Anticipated 05/25
- Substitute Teaching, 01723079, 10/18/23
- QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program, 08/29/22
- Alert Lockdown Inform Counter Evacuate Training Program, 08/28/22
- Harassment Intimidation and Bullying Law, 04/26/22
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education K-12
Monmouth University
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