Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
Athletic Achievements
Timeline
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Lars Fosstveit

Mountainville

Summary

Dynamic lacrosse coach and former men's varsity player with a strong commitment to team development and positive reinforcement. Proven track record of fostering player growth and enhancing team performance. On Cornwall's 2020 New York State Football Championship Team and SUNY New Paltz Men's Lacrosse Long Pole Defenseman for the 2023 SUNYAC playoff team.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

NY State Certified Lifeguard

NY State Parks
Lake Welch Beach, Harriman State Park
05.2024 - Current
  • Palisades Interstate Park Commission
  • Passed Lifeguard Qualifying Test Requirements
  • Continued all lifeguard duties at a large, extremely busy NY State Beach making numerous saves

Substitute Teacher Assistant / SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Monroe Woodbury Central School District
Woodbury
01.2020 - Current
  • Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups & provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons
  • Taught as a Teaching Assistant for various subjects
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level & maintained effective classroom management
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.

SUNY Cortland

Student Life Center Lifeguard
Cortland
09.2024 - 12.2024

Responsible for the safe and effective day-to-day operation of the Student Life Center pool, locker rooms, and deck area. Enforce facility policy, rules, and regulations to prevent accidents and implement emergency action plans as needed.

Head Lacrosse Coach

Camp Moosilauke
Orford
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
  • Encouraged teamwork among players while also developing each athlete's individual capabilities.
  • Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
  • Instructed players on proper technique for passing, catching, shooting, defending, dodging, cradling, scooping ground balls.
  • providing healthy competition that promotes sportsmanship and teamwork.

Certified Lifeguard

West Point, NY. U.S. Army MWR.
West Point, NY
06.2019 - 08.2023
  • Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid, and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress
  • Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs: maintained lake area
  • Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care
  • Taught, planned, and administered swim lessons creatively and effectively to children ages 5-12

Advanced Lacrosse Training Coach

NJ Advanced Lacrosse USA.com
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Company Overview: Kevin Fahey, Owner/Head Coach
  • Mentored and encouraged youth and adolescents to develop strong work ethic by being a positive role model and practicing skills regularly
  • Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation, & responsibility among athletes & current NCAA players
  • Developed offensive and defensive lacrosse drills
  • Kevin Fahey, Owner/Head Coach

Electrical Assistant

Brady Electrical
06.2019 - 08.2019

Bus Boy/Waiter

Black Forest Mill Restaurant
09.2016 - 08.2017

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teacher K-12

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY
05-2026

Advanced Regents Diploma - Honors & College Courses

Cornwall High School
New Windsor, NY
06.2021

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum design
  • First aid certification
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Lesson planning

Hobbies and Interests

  • Hunter Rifle/Bow Certification For Big/Small Game
  • Fishing
  • Skiing
  • Plays Acoustic & Electric Guitar/ SUNY Cortland Band
  • Physical Fitness

References

  • Mr. Dylan Neisler, SUNY New Paltz Men's Varsity Lacrosse Coach, neislerd@new.paltz.edu, 845-257-3917
  • Mr. Kenny Miller, Associate Director, Camp Moosilauke, kmiller451@gmail.com
  • Mr. Ben Smith, Varsity Lacrosse Coach, Cornwall Middle School, (845) 901-4192, bsmith@cornwallschool.com
  • Mr. Jack Cassel, Varsity Football Offensive Line Coach, Cornwall Middle School, (845) 741-2884, jcassel@cornwalschools.com
  • Mr. Zachary Dunning, Defensive Pole Personal Trainer, (845) 591-4776
  • Mr. Jeremy Arcaro, NY Reign Travel Lacrosse Coach, (845) 913-5527
  • Mr. John Rahn, Believe Elite Athletic Training, (845) 656-5943

Athletic Achievements

  • SUNY Cortland Men's Club Lacrosse, 02/01/25-04/12/25
  • SUNY New Paltz Men's Varsity Lacrosse, 09/01/21- 12/10/23
  • Cornwall High School JV Football, 06/01/17-11/30/18
  • Cornwall High School Varsity Football, 01/01/19-03/01/21
  • Cornwall High School Varsity Lacrosse, 03/01/18-06/01/21
  • Hudson Valley Express Summer Travel Lacrosse, 05/01/16-08/31/18
  • NY Reign Travel Lacrosse, 05/01/19-12/01/2020
  • NY Reign Box League Lacrosse, 12/01/19-02/29/20

Timeline

SUNY Cortland

Student Life Center Lifeguard
09.2024 - 12.2024

NY State Certified Lifeguard

NY State Parks
05.2024 - Current

Head Lacrosse Coach

Camp Moosilauke
06.2023 - 08.2023

Advanced Lacrosse Training Coach

NJ Advanced Lacrosse USA.com
11.2021 - 08.2022

Substitute Teacher Assistant / SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Monroe Woodbury Central School District
01.2020 - Current

Certified Lifeguard

West Point, NY. U.S. Army MWR.
06.2019 - 08.2023

Electrical Assistant

Brady Electrical
06.2019 - 08.2019

Bus Boy/Waiter

Black Forest Mill Restaurant
09.2016 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teacher K-12

SUNY Cortland

Advanced Regents Diploma - Honors & College Courses

Cornwall High School