Joseph Brittain
Hummelstown,PA
Summary
Accomplished Driver's Education Instructor and Physical Education Teacher with a proven track record at Milton Hershey School and Harrisburg School District. Expert in stress management and student assessment, enhancing behind-the-wheel confidence and physical wellness. Achieved significant improvements in student driving skills and physical fitness levels, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and active listening abilities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver's Education Instructor
Milton Hershey School
09.2008 - 10.2024
- Reviewed process, requirements and registration information with students to facilitate driver education enrollment.
- Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
- Moved vehicle to assigned location and checked and inspected vehicle components to maximize safety.
- Administered driver education course and knowledge test to assist students with earning learner's permits.
- Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
- Verified proper use of safety restraints by vehicle occupants to comply with PA law.
- Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.
Physical Education Teacher
Harrisburg School District
08.2001 - 09.2021
- Identified and participated in variety of different activities with students to enhance muscle development.
- Interacted with other members of team in staff and IEP meetings to discuss student progress and adjust plans to meet changing demands.
- Helped cultivate interest in overall wellness by implementing interactive and fun fitness activities.
- Encouraged and worked with young students on IEP goals to develop gross motor skills.
Machine Operator
Ferro Corporation
08.1994 - 08.2001
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Physical Education Teacher/. Coach
Warren County School District
08.1991 - 06.1994
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
Education
Master of Science - Principal Equivalency
Temple University
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Science - Physical Education And Health
West Virginia State University
Institute, WVMaster of Science - Education Administration
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05-1985
Skills
- Stress management techniques
- Active listening abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Student assessment abilities
- State driving requirements
- Student observation
Certification
- Driver's Instructor License
- PA Driver's Instructor Certificate, PA
- Physical Education Certificate, PA
- Health Education Certificate, PA
Timeline
Driver's Education Instructor
Milton Hershey School
09.2008 - 10.2024
Physical Education Teacher
Harrisburg School District
08.2001 - 09.2021
Machine Operator
Ferro Corporation
08.1994 - 08.2001
Physical Education Teacher/. Coach
Warren County School District
08.1991 - 06.1994
Master of Science - Principal Equivalency
Temple University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Health
West Virginia State University
Master of Science - Education Administration
Duquesne University
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