Josh Prahl
Health And Physical Educator
North Mankato,MN
Summary
Hardworking Health and Physical Education Teacher highly effective at motivating students to achieve full potential. Brings 3 months of student teaching experience as a physical educator at the elementary level, 1 month at the middle school level, and over 100 hours of shadowing at all levels. Greatly enjoys educating students and collaborating with team members.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Specialist (42A)
Army National Guard MN
Wadena, MN
04.2019 - Current
- Completed Basic Combat and Advanced Individual training for Human Resource Specialist.
- Oversee and Manage personnel records. Support unit and battalion level protocols and systems.
- Track battalion level soldier movements during tactic operations.
- Review and prepare administrative documents to support Personnel Officer.
- Monitor Battalion Command Climate and advise on relevant issues.
- Security Clearance Level: Secret
- Responsible for the maintenance of one M1078 LMTV and one M1151 Up-Armored HMMWY worth $250,000.
Junior High Football Coach
Lake Crystal Welcome Memorial High School
Lake Crystal, MN
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Developed an understanding of team's individual and collective strengths and weaknesses to select best plays and maneuvers against given opponent.
Junior High Tennis Coach
Mankato East High School
Mankato, MN
04.2022 - Current
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
Junior High Basketball Coach
Lake Crystal Welcome Memorial
Lake Crystal, MN
11.2021 - Current
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-court.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
Weight Room Supervisor / Coach
Litchfield High School
Litchfield, MN
05.2022 - Current
- Trained clients during strength training, cardiovascular exercise and stretching.
- Minimized injury risks by advising clients about form and proper clothing.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
Lifeguard
Spring Lake Park Spring Facility
North Mankato, MN
05.2022 - Current
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in positive learning environment.
Teacher's Assistant
Little Stars Learning Facility
Mankato, MN
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health And Physical Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN 01.2019 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN 08.2017 - 12.2018
Skills
Positive Interactions
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Enforcing Rules and Expectations
Coaching and Mentoring
Social and Emotional Growth
Equipment Use Monitoring
Creativity and Flexibility
Safety Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
I am a member of a team, and I rely on the team, I defer to it and sacrifice for it, because the team, not the individual, is the ultimate champion.
Mih Hamm
Timeline
Junior High Football Coach
Lake Crystal Welcome Memorial High School
08.2022 - Current
Weight Room Supervisor / Coach
Litchfield High School
05.2022 - Current
Lifeguard
Spring Lake Park Spring Facility
05.2022 - Current
Junior High Tennis Coach
Mankato East High School
04.2022 - Current
Junior High Basketball Coach
Lake Crystal Welcome Memorial
11.2021 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Little Stars Learning Facility
01.2021 - 01.2022
Human Resources Specialist (42A)
Army National Guard MN
04.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Health And Physical Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato
01.2019 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Ridgewater College
08.2017 - 12.2018