MARK VAN BENSCHOTEN
Saddle Brook
Summary
Physical Education teacher with proven success building programs and coaching championships basketball, is seeking a physical education position.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Instructor
Yeshivat He'atid
Teaneck, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Trained staff on effective teaching strategies for physical education, enhancing instructional quality across the department.
- Advocated for health and wellness initiatives within the school community, promoting lifelong fitness habits among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Physical Education Instructor
Yeshiva of North Jesey
River Edge, NJ
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented diverse physical education curricula catering to varying student needs.
- Facilitated engaging fitness activities promoting teamwork and healthy competition among students.
- Coached boys basketball team to the first school championship in the history of the school in the only year there.
Physical Education Instructor, Athletic Director, Coach of Basketball and Soccer
BEN PORAT YOSEF SCHOOL
Paramus, NJ
09.2015 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented physical education curriculum for pre-kindergarten to eighth grade
- Responsible for all phases of after-school teams and league play
- Coached middle school boys and girls basketball and soccer teams
Boys Head Lacrosse Coach
SADDLE BROOK HIGH SCHOOL
Saddle Brook, NJ
01.2014 - 01.2015
Co-founder, Coach
SADDLE BROOK JR. LACROSSE LEAGUE
Saddle Brook, NJ
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Responsibilities included developing a successful program for Kindergarten through 8th Grade students, along with managing and training all coaches and staff.
Coach
SADDLE BROOK RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
Saddle Brook, NJ
01.2000 - 01.2015
- Coached Saddle Brook Travel Teams in the following sports: Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Lacrosse and Track and Field.
- Served on the Saddle Brook Little League Executive Board as Head of Coaching.
Physical Education and Health Instructor
ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL
West Caldwell, NJ
09.2013 - 01.2014
Athletic Director, Teacher of Physical Education, Coach of Basketball
MORIAH SCHOOL OF ENGLEWOOD
Englewood Cliffs, NJ
01.1984 - 01.2013
- Implemented all phases of the physical education program at the kindergarten through the eighth grade level. This included the development of the curriculum for these levels.
- Coached seventh and eighth grade boys and girls basketball teams with a successful record of 586 wins and 59 defeats. This includes 16 league championships and 25 Division Championships.
Head Director of Summer Program
ELMWOOD PARK RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
Elmwood Park, NJ
01.1980 - 2026
- Supervised counselors and approximately 400 students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade.
- Instrumental in bringing and establishing a water park to the borough of Elmwood Park.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Montclair, New Jersey05-1983
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Coaching experience
- Relationship building
- Class management
- Physical fitness
- Behavior modeling
Certification
CPR Certified.
Timeline
Physical Education Instructor
Yeshivat He'atid
09.2021 - Current
Physical Education Instructor
Yeshiva of North Jesey
09.2020 - 06.2021
Physical Education Instructor, Athletic Director, Coach of Basketball and Soccer
BEN PORAT YOSEF SCHOOL
09.2015 - 06.2020
Boys Head Lacrosse Coach
SADDLE BROOK HIGH SCHOOL
01.2014 - 01.2015
Physical Education and Health Instructor
ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL
09.2013 - 01.2014
Co-founder, Coach
SADDLE BROOK JR. LACROSSE LEAGUE
01.2007 - 01.2015
Coach
SADDLE BROOK RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
01.2000 - 01.2015
Athletic Director, Teacher of Physical Education, Coach of Basketball
MORIAH SCHOOL OF ENGLEWOOD
01.1984 - 01.2013
Head Director of Summer Program
ELMWOOD PARK RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
01.1980 - 2026
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY