Snowboarding
Matthew Kelly
Physical Education Teacher
Denver,CO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College
Denver , CO
2018.08 - Current
- Created a peer to peer program where high school students are paired up with middle school students with disabilities
- Provided adapted physical education services to students with intellectual disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injuries, orthopedic impairments, or other disabling conditions
- Instructed students, using adapted physical education techniques to improve physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual-motor skills, or sports and game achievement Coordinated field trips and Special Olympic events
- Interacted with other members of team in staff and IEP meetings to discuss student progress and adjust plans to meet changing demands.
- Carried heavy caseload of approximately 150 middle school and high school students every year
Physical Education Teacher
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College
Denver , CO
2017.08 - Current
- Designed each class to match skill and learning levels of all participants
- Instructed classroom students and team groups in proper exercise techniques
- Participated in development and implementation of scheduled objectives
- Created and implemented virtual learning curriculum during COVID-19 pandemic
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Head Baseball Coach
Head High School Baseball Coach
Denver , CO
2017.08 - Current
- Trained inexperienced players in rules and fundamentals of baseball
- Built strong personal relationships with players on team
- Supervised academic performance of students to make sure of players’ eligibility
- Devised successful programs to increase athlete skill, strength and agility.
Unit Leader
Camp Kesem
East Lansing , MI
2011.08 - 2015.05
- Ran a free, week-long overnight camp for children whose parents have or have had cancer
- Supervised group of 6 college students in day-to-day camp activities
- Organized various fundraising events to eliminate costs to families
Education
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL 2015.01 - 2018.12
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 2010.08 - 2014.05
Skills
First Aid/CPR
Certification
Colorado Professional Teaching License
Interests
Hiking
Cooking
Spending time with family and friends
Timeline
Certified in First Aid & CPR
2020-01
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College
2018.08 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College
2017.08 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
Head High School Baseball Coach
2017.08 - Current
Colorado Professional Teaching License
2017-07
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Chicago State University
2015.01 - 2018.12
Unit Leader
Camp Kesem
2011.08 - 2015.05
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science Education
Michigan State University
2010.08 - 2014.05
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