MICHAEL POSILLICO
East Meadow,NY
Summary
Highly skilled, results-oriented professional with a proven ability to achieve goals, maintain high standards, and drive business growth. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to identify key stakeholders and close opportunities. Computer skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and digital reporting platforms.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Manhattan Center for Science and Math
New York, New York
08.2025 - Current
- Deliver high-energy lessons to diverse high school students, simplifying complex information and motivating engagement.
- Elevated overall class average from a B- to an A- in five months by restructuring curriculum delivery, diversifying teaching methods, and holding students accountable to measurable performance standards.
- Diversify instruction and communication methods (visual demonstration, step-by-step breakdowns, hands-on repetition) to ensure students understand and process key concepts.
- Enhanced classroom dynamics by formulating trust and tailoring instruction to diverse learning styles for 30+ learners.
- Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to implement programs that improve student performance and well-being.
Head Track and Field Coach
Manhattan Center For Science And Mathematics
New York, New York
11.2025 - Current
- Led and managed a 90-athlete Track & Field program, developing individualized training plans for both elite competitors and beginner athletes in a highly diverse environment.
- Guided multiple athletes to qualify for City Championships, with select athletes advancing to National-level competition.
- Designed performance-driven training systems focused on measurable improvement, injury prevention, and competitive readiness.
- Managed team budget, allocating funds for equipment, uniforms, meet registrations, and travel while maintaining financial accountability.
- Coordinated meet logistics including athlete registration, scheduling, transportation, and compliance with league regulations.
- Established a culture of discipline, accountability, and high performance across a large roster of student-athletes.
Sales Representative
Ruggero's Bake Shop
Copiague, New York
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Prospected and developed new wholesale business by visiting large supermarket accounts including BJ’s, Stop & Shop, and Stew Leonard’s.
- Achieved 30% quarter-over-quarter revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities, executing consultative sales presentations, and managing follow-up to secure repeat wholesale orders.
- Delivered consultative product pitches and sampling to decision-makers, aligning recommendations to customer demand and store needs.
- Handled rejection professionally and built trust through consistent follow-up, relationship development, and value-based communication.
- Supported pricing conversations and order coordination to ensure on-time, complete fulfillment and repeat business.
Physical Therapy Clinic Observation
Professional Physical Therapy
Levittown, New York
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Studied clinical decision-making processes by observing patient assessments, rehabilitation protocols, and equipment utilization within a high-volume outpatient physical therapy environment.
- Gain expertise in musculoskeletal conditions and treatment options, improving patient education strategies and supporting medical device development.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Wellington C. Mepham High School
Bellmore, New York
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Successfully managed rotating classroom assignments by establishing immediate credibility with students and staff, ensuring continuity, engagement, and measurable learning outcomes.
- Maintained positive, professional relationships with students and staff, demonstrating adaptability and leadership.
Sales Representative
Lululemon
Garden City, New York
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered consultative product recommendations by identifying customer needs and aligning solutions to performance goals, driving repeat business and brand loyalty.
- Contributed to store revenue growth by executing personalized product demonstrations and upselling complementary items to maximize transaction value.
- Built rapport quickly with diverse customers, addressing objections confidently while maintaining high customer satisfaction standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team members to exceed daily and monthly sales goals while maintaining a high-performance, team-driven culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, NY12-2024
Certification
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
• CST (Physical Education)
• EAS Professional Memberships
• Road Map to Adapted PE Certified
• CST (Physical Education)
• EAS Professional Memberships
• Road Map to Adapted PE Certified
Activities
- SUNY Cortland Club Soccer Team
- SUNY Cortland APEM Club
- Manhattan Science and Math Center Weight Room Club Coordinator
Timeline
Head Track and Field Coach
Manhattan Center For Science And Mathematics
11.2025 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Manhattan Center for Science and Math
08.2025 - Current
Physical Therapy Clinic Observation
Professional Physical Therapy
06.2025 - 11.2025
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Wellington C. Mepham High School
01.2025 - 07.2025
Sales Representative
Lululemon
06.2024 - 01.2025
Sales Representative
Ruggero's Bake Shop
06.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Education
State University of New York At Cortland