Current trends in Physical Education utilizing technology
Kristen Coutoulakis
Teacher-North Kingstown Schools
Warwick,RI
Quote
"You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation."
PLATO
Summary
An energetic fitness enthusiast with years of experience working with Special Olympics and Adapted Physical Education. Certified Adapted Fitness Instructor with collegiate coaching experience. Family means the world—includes a supportive mom, brother, identical twin, a beloved cat, and a wonderful spouse. Passionate about helping others achieve their best through inclusive and adapted fitness.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Physical Education & Adapted Education
East Providence School Department
East Providence, RI
08.2001 - Current
- Department Chair for Health & Physical Education High School, (2016-2022) Teacher Evaluator – Rhode Island Model -RIDE, Wellness Committee Chair East Providence School Department, Presenter for Professional Development- Evaluation/Technology requirements, Crisis Intervention Team – East Providence High School, School Improvement Team (2002, 2005), Principals Advisory Committee (2002-04), East Providence Education Association Union Delegate (2003-2011)
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Athletic Coach
Ohio & Rhode Island
- SO Coach, East Providence High School (Girls Basketball, Unified Basketball, Unified Volleyball), Trotwood-Madison Coach (Boys Golf, Basketball, Volleyball), Sinclair Community College (Head Volleyball Coach), Ohio State University/Lima Technical College (Head Women’s Basketball), Ursuline Academy (Field Hockey), Deer Park High School (Basketball)
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Established strong working relationships with news media outlets, school administration and team parents.
- Scheduled and organized team events, dinners and field trips to cultivate relationships and build rapport.
Department Head
Trotwood-Madison School District
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Department Head (1999-2002), Trotwood-Madison Educational foundation Golf-outing committee, Strategic Planning Committee, Building Representative -Levy Campaign, District (2000) Evaluator, Mentor for first year teachers (1999-2002), Novice computer trained/ staff trainer (Apple), Crisis safety team Coordinator (1998-2002), Social Committee Chairperson (1999-2002)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education, Adapted Physical Ed
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05.1991
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, ORSkills
- Department Vision
- Personnel Management
- Community Outreach
- Faculty Leadership
- Performance Assessment
- Program Evaluation
- Policy Implementation
- Grant Writing
- Budget management
- Physical Education
- Adapted Physical Education
- Health Education
- Fitness Education
- Education Policy
Academic And Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science: Xavier University
- Masters of Education: Concordia University
Career Achievements
- Wall of Fame inductee (2025) East Providence Local Advisory Committee
- Outstanding Coach of the Year 2023 (Cox Communications)
- Life Changer Achievement Award Nominee
- Exemplary Partner Award- Rhode Island College
- Rhode Island Physical Educator of the Year 2009
- Silver Key Leadership Award, Xavier University
Professional Accomplishments
- Curriculum Writing Team for District Health and Physical Education 2011-present
- Department Chair Health & Physical Education 2016-2020
- RIDE PREP-RI Review team URI 2017
- East Providence School District Wellness Committee Chair, co-chair
- CPR Instructor –Bristol County Fire Dept. 2016- present
- Task Force Health and Physical Education Team 2011-
- Alliance for a Healthier Rhode Island Committee member
- Rhode Island Association of Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance (RIAHPERD) President (2009-2010) current Executive Board
- Rhode Island College Cooperating Teacher (2004-present)
- National Education Association of Rhode Island-Delegate (2005-11)
- Rhode Island Healthy Coalition-Steering Committee Member (2006-11)
- Sales Professional New York & Ohio
Hobbies and Interests
- Special Olympics of Rhode Island –Current Games Management Team
- Presenting state/district-wide on current methods and materials used in Education
- Golf
- Tennis
- Kayaking
References
- Greg Amore, RI Secretary of State, gamore@sos.ri.gov, 401-203-7195
- Catherine Moffitt, Ed. D, RIAHPERD, 401-447-3195 cell
- Valerie Lawson, Senator, senlawson@rilegislature.gov, 401-316-5666
- Karin Wetherill , Rhode Island Healthy School Coalition, 401-339-2524
Past-President RIAHPERD , Charter Member of National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy
Vice President elect of Sports and Physical Activity for the National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy
- leadership role is which will help educate our youth about physical activity and sports and the impact we can have on our future.
Executive Board/ past President for the Rhode Island Association of Health Physical Education Recreation and Dance
- leadership role that promotes/advocates for Standards-based education for all youth
Certification
- PROFESSIONAL All Grades Physical Education Teacher, Grades PK-12 5/1/2025 7/31/2030
- PROFESSIONAL All Grades Health Teacher, Grades PK-12 5/1/2025 7/31/2030
- PROFESSIONAL All Grades Adapted Physical Education Teacher, Grades PK-12 5/1/2025 7/31/2030
Interests
Fitness & Exercise within a Special Population
Affiliations
- National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy
- Rhode Island Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
- BeReal National Ambassador
- Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Software
PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Canva
Google Sites
Timeline
Health Physical Education & Adapted Education
East Providence School Department
08.2001 - Current
Department Head
Trotwood-Madison School District
01.1999 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education, Adapted Physical Ed
Xavier University
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Athletic Coach
Ohio & Rhode Island
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