Melissa Janvier
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Certified Physical Education teacher (K-12), coach, and student mentor with over 7 years of experience promoting the physical, social, and emotional growth of diverse student populations in urban school environments. Proven ability to develop inclusive instructional plans, manage school-related activities, monitor student progress, and create a safe and engaging learning environment. Strong collaborator with staff, families, and the community to ensure success for every student.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
PS 202K Ernest S. Jenkyns
Brooklyn, NY
09.2018 - Current
- Design and implement daily PE instruction for grades K-5, promoting student fitness, teamwork, and motor skill development.
- Foster a positive classroom environment that supports students' physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development.
- Supervise students in various instructional and recreational settings and ensure safety protocols are followed.
- Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to meet the needs of all learners, including students with IEPs.
- Organize and manage schoolwide fitness events, afterschool athletics, and student mentorship programs.
- Serve as coach for CHAMPS basketball and flag football teams (grades 3-5), promoting sportsmanship and discipline.
- Collaborate with My Brother's Keeper mentoring initiative to support at-risk youth through sport-based leadership activities.
Recreation Specialist
NYC Parks, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
Queens, NY
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Led fitness classes and organized inclusive sports programs for youth and adults.
- Developed curriculum for afterschool and summer programs in compliance with Department of Health standards.
- Maintained recreational spaces, performed equipment checks, and ensured safety in all activity areas.
Education
M.S. - Sports Management
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NYB.S. - Physical Education (K-12 Certification)
York College (CUNY)
Queens, NYSkills
- Fluent in Haitian Creole
- Curriculum development
- Fitness assessment
- Student supervision
- Safety management
- Event organization
- Instructional differentiation
- Team coaching
- Youth mentorship
- Recreational management
- Effective communication
- Special needs adaptation
- Proficient in educational technology platforms (eg, Google Classroom, ClassDojo)
Certification
- New York State Certified Physical Education (K-12)
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Technical And Language Skills
- Fluent in Haitian Creole
- Proficient in educational technology platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, ClassDojo)
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
PS 202K Ernest S. Jenkyns
09.2018 - Current
Recreation Specialist
NYC Parks, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
07.2017 - 08.2018
M.S. - Sports Management
Brooklyn College
B.S. - Physical Education (K-12 Certification)
York College (CUNY)