Michael Magaraci
Edgartown,MA
Summary
Adept at fostering student growth and promoting health and wellness, I leveraged lesson planning and relationship-building skills to enhance physical education at City Of Hartford BOE. By implementing differentiated instruction and organizing school-wide events, I significantly improved student engagement and fitness levels, embodying a blend of coaching expertise and interpersonal acumen.
Experienced with creating effective and engaging physical fitness programs tailored to student needs. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to promote physical health and teamwork among students. Track record of fostering positive and inclusive environment that supports students' overall well-being and development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Town of Oak Bluffs BOE
09.2010 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address the individual needs of each student while promoting an inclusive learning environment for all learners.
- Organized school-wide events such as field days and fitness challenges to promote a healthy lifestyle among the entire school community.
- Developed strong relationships with students by fostering trust, respect, and open communication in the classroom setting.
- Utilized various teaching methods, including hands-on activities, visual aids, and demonstrations, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Enhanced student physical fitness by implementing fun and interactive activities during classes.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their child''s progress, challenges, and achievements in the program.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to introduce fundamental movement skills and build athletic confidence in students.
Office Manager
Vineyard Complementary Medicine Inc.
09.2005 - Current
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
- Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and productivity.
- Oversaw office budget, ensuring all expenditures were within allocated funds and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Resolved office disputes swiftly and equitably, maintaining harmonious workplace.
- Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Reduced overhead costs significantly through negotiation of vendor contracts for office supplies and services.
Physical Education Teacher
City Of Hartford BOE
09.1997 - 06.2001
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- 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.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-1997
Skills
- Classroom management
- Health and wellness education
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Coaching and mentoring
- Student behavior management
- Refereeing and coaching
- Certified coach
- Enforcing rules and expectations
- Group instruction
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Town of Oak Bluffs BOE
09.2010 - Current
Office Manager
Vineyard Complementary Medicine Inc.
09.2005 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
City Of Hartford BOE
09.1997 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Southern Connecticut State University
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