MARIANNE DIRUPO
Matthews,USA
Summary
Innovative, enthusiastic professional with years of experience, dedicated to promoting physical and mental well-being through dynamic education and training programs that support development. Compassionate, student-centered Health and Physical Education teacher with extensive experience fostering a safe, inclusive, and community-driven learning environment. Committed to developing the whole child through engaging instruction, social-emotional learning, and positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Skilled in creating enriching activities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and partnering with school communities to build a supportive and welcoming culture.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Porter Ridge MS- Union County Public Schools
Monroe, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Created an inclusive PE environment that supports physical, social, and emotional growth for diverse learners.
- Built strong relationships with students and families, fostering a sense of belonging and respect.
- Implemented engaging activities that promoted teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy decision-making.
- Contributed to a safe, structured environment aligned with schoolwide expectations and community values.
- Designed and facilitated school-community partnerships that brought expert guest speakers into the classroom to support whole-child development.
Owner/Lead Instructor
DiRupo Bowling
02.1992 - Current
- Delivered one-on-one bowling lessons to clients ages 7–70, adapting instruction to diverse learning needs.
- Evaluated individual skill levels to develop targeted coaching plans.
- Advised proper fundamental techniques.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote bowling activities locally.
- Established partnerships with local businesses for cross-promotional opportunities.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Sun Valley HS- Union County Public Schools
, NC
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Increased student participation through meaningful, high-interest games that emphasized collaboration, student leadership, and movement-based learning.
- Supported extracurricular programs and athletics to enrich student experiences beyond the classroom.
- Reinforced a positive school culture by modeling respect, responsibility, and healthy peer interactions.
- Partnered with families and staff to support student success and wellbeing.
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Union Academy Charter School
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Utilized Canvas (LMS) to diversify and enhance classroom instruction during remote instruction.
- Instructed students on principles and concepts of healthy living, including benefits of active lifestyles, good nutrition and stress management.
- Delivered instruction that supported the whole child—physical health, emotional wellness, and personal goal setting.
- Used technology to maintain student engagement and accessibility, including during remote learning.
- Maintained safe equipment and learning spaces, reflecting the school’s commitment to student safety.
- Designed lessons promoting lifelong fitness, nutrition awareness, and stress-management skills.
Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Mooresville, NC
04.2019 - 06.2019
- Verifying the information is complete and accurate.
- Establishing and maintaining patient profiles.
- Preparing and processing medical insurance claim forms and records.
- Typing prescribed medications and affix labels.
- Filling bottles with correct medication.
- Mixing pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Double checking prescriptions are filled correctly.
- Maintaining proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
- Managing inventory (receiving and storing incoming supplies, verifying quantities against invoices, checking for outdated medications in current inventory, and notifying the pharmacist with stock needs and shortages).
- Assisting customers by answering telephones, locating OTC items, answering questions, or referring them to the pharmacist for medication information.
Program Lead
C2 Education
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Support the Center Director in meeting sales performance targets and operational excellence standards.
- Conduct conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments.
- Conduct sales conferences with prospective customers to review C2's programs and services and enroll students.
- Provide administrative support including answering phones, managing daily business data, and confirming schedules with students and teachers.
- Manage class schedules to effectively staff sessions and meet company efficiency and usage targets.
- Provide marketing support by participating in school and community events as a C2 Representative.
- Grade student test and monitoring all students' academic progress.
- Help insure flawless execution of C2 programs and initiatives.
Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
, New Jersey
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and organizing stock efficiently.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects clearly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve prescription issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy work area consistently.
- Supported training of new pharmacy technicians on procedures and best practices effectively.
Health / Physical Education Teacher
Jefferson Township High School
01.2005 - 06.2017
- Create lesson plans and deliver instruction to six health and physical education classes with an emphasis on achieving social and life skills through physical activities and teambuilding.
- Implement and utilize team sports to create a sense of unity amongst the students while promoting a competitive desire to improve individual skills.
- Encourage the importance of healthy living, active lifestyle, and human relationships and sexuality to all students through the promotion of accountability in nutrition, physical activity and mature subject matters.
- Arrange guest speakers to talk about drug abuse, Planned Parenthood, Internet safety, turning 18 and the law.
- Correct behavioral deficiencies in a positive manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University Of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01.1990
Skills
- Student-centered instruction
- Community and family engagement
- Positive behavior supports
- Social-emotional development through movement
- Inclusive and differentiated practices
- Collaborative teamwork with staff and parents
- Safety and wellness education
- Enrichment program development
- Student leadership promotion
- Special needs adaptation
- Coaching and mentoring
Affiliations
• Present Member of the NJ State & Morris County Bowling Hall of Fame
• Member of Vise Staff Member Women's International Bowling Congress
• Member Morris County Women's Association
• Member American Bowling Congress
• NJEA
• National PTA
• NFHS Coaches Association
• New Jersey Scholastic Coaches Association
• Member of Vise Staff Member Women's International Bowling Congress
• Member Morris County Women's Association
• Member American Bowling Congress
• NJEA
• National PTA
• NFHS Coaches Association
• New Jersey Scholastic Coaches Association
Additional Information
Middle School Softball Coach 2019-2020, Varsity Softball Coach 2020-2021, Varsity Softball Coach 2021-2022, Varsity Tennis Coach 2021-2023, USBC Hall of Fame 2020
Certification
North Carolina Teaching Certification in K-12 Heath and Physical Education
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year Finalist, 2025-2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Porter Ridge MS- Union County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Sun Valley HS- Union County Public Schools
11.2021 - 06.2024
Health/Physical Education Teacher
Union Academy Charter School
06.2019 - 11.2021
Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2019 - 06.2019
Program Lead
C2 Education
01.2018 - 06.2018
Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2017 - 01.2018
Health / Physical Education Teacher
Jefferson Township High School
01.2005 - 06.2017
Owner/Lead Instructor
DiRupo Bowling
02.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University Of South Carolina