Mason Pyper
Tennis Coach/Physical Educator
Kailua-Kona,NC
Summary
Passionate teacher and coach with five years of experience building relationships, promoting healthy lifestyles and preparing people for the next challenge in their lives. Skilled and hard working for the purpose of people excelling in their sport and overall well-being. Continuing to evolve my skills as an educator and facilitate the best learning experiences for all people is a top priority.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Konawaena High School
07.2024 - Current
- Teach 6 physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Teach tennis/pickleball to beginners/advanced players
- Head Girls Flag Football Coach
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
- Collaborated with "No Ke Ola Pono O Nā Keiki" to help high school students serve younger children to be physically active.
- Work with "Kona Kids Outreach" serving in communities to promote physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual growth.
Health and Physical Education Teacher
D.H. Conley High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Taught three different classes: weight training, 9th grade health/PE and advanced PE
- Varsity Head tennis coach(20-7 record in 2 years)
- Coached 5 regional qualifying tennis players
- Instructed pickleball and tennis to begginers/advanced players
- Mentored student teachers in implementation of effective classroom management strategies, fostering positive learning environments
- Assist Athletic Director with duties, responsibilities and events
- Collaborated with qualified teachers to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover totality of curriculum
- Volunteered and participated at school functions and fundraisers to support the local community.
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Pine Hollow Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed innovative health, PE, and fitness lesson plans to promote healthy lifestyles
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety
- Collaborated with PLT to ensure creative lesson planning and utilization of technology
- Volunteered time and participated in school functions and fundraisers to support the local community
- Served in the following capacities: Head football and basketball coach, competitive sports club leader and representative of FCA.
Tennis Coach/Instructor
TennisBloc
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Instructed players from age 5-18 through various methods of technique, strategy and drills.
- Taught beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons.
- Coached 3 tennis teams that participated in league gameplay and state tournaments.
- Engaged in functions and outreaches to help implement a strong foundation for tennis in the community.
- Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized training programs and providing constructive feedback.
- Mentored players through a series of seasons that helped them grow mentally, physically and socially.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Health and Physical Education -
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina 08.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Athletic training
Motor Skills development
Player development
Relationship building
Certification
Teaching License in Hawai'i Physical Education and Health
References
Kellye Krug - Athletic Director - Konawaena High School
Email: kellye.krug@k12.hi.us
Phone: (808) 282-7268
Shannon McLaughlin - Athletic Director - D.H. Conley
Email: mclaugs@pitt.k12.nc.us
Phone: (252)-916-7116
Jackson Bowen - General Manager - TennisBloc
Email: jacksonbowen@tennisbloc.com
Phone: (919) 349-6920
Timeline
Teaching License in Hawai'i Physical Education and Health
08-2025
Physical Education Teacher
Konawaena High School
07.2024 - Current
CPR Certified
06-2024
Concussion in Sports
04-2024
Heat Illness and Prevention
04-2024
USTA NetGeneration
02-2024
Health and Physical Education Teacher
D.H. Conley High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Pine Hollow Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2022
Tennis Coach/Instructor
TennisBloc
05.2017 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Health and Physical Education -
East Carolina University
08.2015 - 05.2019