I'm a personable, enthusiastic fitness professional with a constant focus on student growth plans; over ten years of experience creating and directing education, sports and human service programs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Jersey City Public schools
01.2006 - Current
Established a health and wellness model of physical education by integrating human physiology and kinesiology into the sport and fitness curriculum
Increased student engagement with and enthusiasm for physical education by 25%
Recognized for innovation and effectiveness in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to student needs
Supervised annual field day planning and developed an intramural program
Spearheaded, developed and executed a staff health and wellness workshop that included a health and physical activity readiness assessment
Coached Middle School athletics
Managed approximately 300 student's individual yearly growth objective with a 35% increase to baseline results
Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
High School Football Official
Independent Contracting
08.2024 - Current
Stopped game to review specific plays and issued penalties or other consequences to maintain orderly game play.
Stored game equipment in correct location after game to facilitate easy retrieval before next competition.
Inspected both teams' equipment before game to verify compliance with established standards.
Signaled beginning and end of game with prescribed body postures and signal flags.
Enforced league rules and regulations to maintain game structure and encourage good sportsmanship.
Developed strong relationships with coaches and team staff members through open communication channels, fostering trust and collaboration between all parties involved in games.
Evaluated player actions within the context of game rules, making objective judgement based on evidence observed during play with 85% accuracy
Conducted pre-game meetings with fellow officials to review key points of emphasis and establish cohesive communication strategies for upcoming matches.
Education
Masters of Science - Physical Education
Brooklyn College, CUNY
New York, NY
01.2004
B.S - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
01.1991
Skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Active listening
Stress management
Problem-solving abilities
Leadership qualities
Time management
Lesson planning
Teaching
Educational technology
Administration
Computer literacy
Certification
Masters of Science in Education
New Jersey State Standard Supervisor Certification
New Jersey State Standard Teacher Certification
Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist
Affiliations
IDEA Health and Fitness Association
New Jersey Education Association
Wayne State University / Brooklyn College, CUNY Alumni Associations
New Jersey, football official association, central chapter
Coachingexperience
Woodbridge High School Athletic Program, NJ, 2016, Summer O-Line Football Consultant
Bishop Ahr High School Athletic Program, NJ, 2014, 2015, Defensive Backs Coach
Plainfield High School Athletic Program, NJ, 2008, 2011, 2018, O-Line / OLB Assistant Coach
Pace University Athletic Program, NY, 2003, OLB Assistant Coach
Brooklyn Technical High School Football, NY, 2001, 2003, JV Defensive Coordinator
University of Detroit High School Athletic Program, MI, 1995, 1996, Defensive Backs Coach
Southfield Falcons Little League Football Program, MI, 1992, 1993, Offensive Coordinator
Wayne State University Football Program, MI, 1985, 1990, Three Year Letterman at OLB/SS
Managementexperience
Case Manager, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC, NY, 01/01/01, 12/31/96, Recruited 100+ volunteers and supervised 40 families annually.
Treatment Director, Wolverine Human Services, MI, 01/01/95, 12/31/91
Timeline
High School Football Official
Independent Contracting
08.2024 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Jersey City Public schools
01.2006 - Current
B.S - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Masters of Science in Education
New Jersey State Standard Supervisor Certification
New Jersey State Standard Teacher Certification
Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist
Masters of Science - Physical Education
Brooklyn College, CUNY
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