KYLE DOWD
Port Jefferson
Summary
Has worked in multiple forms of student development, including on a personal level and in group classroom settings. Brings a creative background from doing four years of schooling working on a film degree that included a heavy workload of creative writing to the classroom.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
William Floyd School District
Mastic Beach
01.2026 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with mentors to refine instructional techniques and classroom management practices.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluation methods.
Swim Success Facilitator
urSwim
Patchogue
09.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to ensure successful outcomes from each session.
- Communicated with parents about lessons, lesson plans, and swimmers progress.
- Sold lessons to clients, communicating swim school purpose, pricing options, how to schedule, and helping them register.
- Lead team of instructors on lesson plans, schedules, and different ways to teach skills.
Instructor Supervisor
urSwim
Patchogue
05.2023 - Current
- Advised teachers on how they can improve their teaching techniques or create more engaging lessons.
- Organized professional development activities for instructors, encouraging continued growth in their field of expertise.
- Provided instruction and guidance to a team of instructors, ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
- Evaluated lesson plans submitted by instructors prior to implementation in order to ensure quality standards were met.
- Monitored course evaluations from students to assess instructor effectiveness and offer suggestions for improvement.
Mobile Swim Instructor
urSwim
Patchogue
10.2022 - Current
- Provided swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability levels.
- Communicated with parents and guardians about student progress and challenges.
- Created an enjoyable learning atmosphere that motivated students to reach their goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized swim lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities.
- Created a safe and fun learning environment for students.
- Utilized effective communication techniques with both adults and children regarding swim instruction.
Promotions Team Member
JVC Broadcasting
Ronkonkoma
10.2022 - Current
- Created fun and engaging environments for kids and people of all ages at a variety of events.
- Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, posters, and banners.
- Developed creative strategies to promote products and services through social media channels.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - English Adolescent Education Candidate
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY, US06-2026
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Radio & Television
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, New York12-2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Film Production
CUNY Hunter College
Manhattan, New YorkSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Effective lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Scriptwriting
- Creative Writing
Timeline
Student Teacher
William Floyd School District
01.2026 - Current
Swim Success Facilitator
urSwim
09.2024 - Current
Instructor Supervisor
urSwim
05.2023 - Current
Mobile Swim Instructor
urSwim
10.2022 - Current
Promotions Team Member
JVC Broadcasting
10.2022 - Current
Master of Science (M.S.) - English Adolescent Education Candidate
Adelphi University
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Radio & Television
Suffolk County Community College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Film Production
CUNY Hunter College