Kieran McVeigh
Fairfield
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Internship/Student Teaching
Washington Elementary School
Springfield, MA
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Designed and implemented standards-based physical education lessons for elementary students.
- Independently instructed classes of up to 30 students, fostering engagement, skill development, and physical activity.
- Utilized classroom management strategies to create a positive and productive learning environment.
- Modified instruction to accommodate varying skill levels, learning styles, and student needs.
- Evaluated student progress through observation and assessment, using data to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff, and families to support student success and well-being.
- 400 + total hours
Internship/Student Teaching
Springfield Central High School
Springfield, MA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Planned and taught physical education lessons for high school students under the guidance of a cooperating teacher.
- Led warm-ups, skill instruction, and physical activities designed to promote fitness, teamwork, and skill development.
- Utilized classroom management strategies to maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
- Adapted activities and instruction to accommodate diverse student abilities and learning needs.
- Assessed student participation and understanding through observation and feedback.
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to reflect on instructional practices and improve lesson effectiveness.
- 150 + hours
Leader-in-Training (LIT) Director
YMCA of Greater Hartford
Woodstock, CT
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised and mentored Leader-in-Training (LIT) participants, guiding leadership development and camper engagement
- Designed and implemented training programs to prepare LITs for future counselor roles
- Assisted with overall camp operations, ensuring a positive and structured participant experience
- Addressed team challenges by implementing innovative solutions and facilitating brainstorming sessions
- Facilitated team-building activities to enhance communication and leadership skills among LITs
Senior Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
Camp Woodstock
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with campers to help them resolve behavioral, social and personal problems
- Maintained confidentiality of camper records
- Guided residential campers in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement as well as camper camaraderie
- Lifeguard shifts on lakefront almost daily
Junior Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
YMCA Camp Woodstock
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Lifeguard shifts on lakefront almost daily
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
Pizza Delivery Driver
Primo Pizza
Fairfield, CT
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Interacted professionally with customers in person or by phone and acted with sense of urgency to drive positive customer experience
- Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints
- Met promised delivery times consistently by using GPS software to spot and avoid traffic delays
- Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings
Counselor-in-Training
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
YMCA Camp Woodstock
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained high level of confidentiality to comply with all laws governing campers
- Assist senior counselors with programming and camper activities
- Encouraged participants to open up and participate in camp activities
- Performed community service hours in this volunteer position
- Lifeguard shifts on lakefront almost daily
Lifeguard
Lake Hills Association
Fairfield, CT
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns
- Monitored safety of guests in and around lake
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05-2026
Skills
- Behavior Monitoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Peer Counseling
- Mental Health Support
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
Certification
Basic Life Support 11/27
Timeline
Physical Education Internship/Student Teaching
Washington Elementary School
01.2026 - 05.2026
Internship/Student Teaching
Springfield Central High School
09.2025 - 12.2025
Leader-in-Training (LIT) Director
YMCA of Greater Hartford
06.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
06.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
06.2022 - 08.2022
Counselor-in-Training
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
06.2021 - 08.2021
Pizza Delivery Driver
Primo Pizza
09.2020 - 05.2022
Lifeguard
Lake Hills Association
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Springfield College