Kendric Cornelius
Naperville,IL
Summary
Licensed Physical Education teacher and multi-sport coach committed to cultivating lifelong fitness, leadership, accountability, and student growth. Experienced in delivering standards-aligned instruction, building inclusive classroom environments, implementing measurable fitness and performance systems, and mentoring students through academics, athletics, and school-community programming. Strong background in athletic development, classroom management, student engagement, and collaborative leadership within high school settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Neuqua Valley High School
01.2018 - Current
- Develop progressive speed, jumps, and conditioning programs aligned with individual and team performance goals.
- Coach horizontal and vertical jump athletes through technical progressions, meet preparation, video review, and performance feedback.
- Mentor student-athletes in leadership, discipline, competitive mindset, confidence, and accountability.
- Support competitive success through structured training cycles, goal-setting, and consistent communication with athletes and coaching staff.
Community School Coordinator
Lewis University Community Schools Consortium
01.2024 - 05.2026
- Lead structured mentorship, civic literacy, and academic support programming serving high school students.
- Strengthen student engagement through data-informed attendance monitoring, student outreach, and collaborative intervention planning.
- Develop partnerships with families, staff, and community organizations to expand access to enrichment, leadership, and support opportunities.
- Coordinate service-learning initiatives that reinforce accountability, real-world application, student voice, and positive school culture.
Physical Education Teacher
Bolingbrook High School
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Designed and delivered Illinois Learning Standards-aligned curriculum focused on fitness literacy, team sports, movement skills, and wellness.
- Implemented goal-setting, skill development, and fitness assessment systems to track measurable student growth and performance improvement.
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, and varied physical ability levels.
- Cultivated a structured, inclusive classroom culture emphasizing teamwork, resilience, sportsmanship, leadership, and personal responsibility.
- Collaborated with staff to support student success, behavior expectations, and consistent school-wide accountability.
Building Substitute Teacher
Naperville, IL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Delivered cross-curricular instruction while maintaining classroom continuity, routines, and behavioral expectations.
- Reinforced positive classroom management strategies across diverse learning environments.
- Built rapport with students and staff while supporting daily school operations and instructional coverage needs.
Strength & Conditioning Intern
The Prairie School
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted in designing age-appropriate strength and conditioning programs for middle and high school athletes.
- Led dynamic warm-ups and supervised resistance training with emphasis on injury prevention, movement efficiency, and proper technique.
- Supported athletes in developing strength, mobility, speed, and confidence in a structured training environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Carthage College
01-2024
Bachelor of Education - Physical Education
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05-2026
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Athlete development
- Strength training
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative leadership
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator License – Physical Education Content Knowledge
- CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Community School Coordinator
Lewis University Community Schools Consortium
01.2024 - 05.2026
Physical Education Teacher
Bolingbrook High School
01.2024 - 01.2025
Strength & Conditioning Intern
The Prairie School
09.2022 - 04.2023
Building Substitute Teacher
01.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Track & Field Coach
Neuqua Valley High School
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts -
Carthage College
Bachelor of Education - Physical Education
Carthage College