Kristen Coutoulakis
Teacher
Warwick,RI
Summary
This experienced, energetic professional is looking to pursue a passion working in the Physical Education and Health field. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of project management and team leadership. Hardworking with relentless work ethic.
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
- 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
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
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
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SitePast-President RIAHPERD , Charter Member of National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy
As President of the Rhode Island chapter of American Assocition
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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