Michele P. Kornegay
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
To seek a position that will allow me to further my professional strengths of dynamic teaching, ease at public speaking and knowledge of the educational system with my personal strengths of organization, innovative conceptualization, teamwork and enthusiasm.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director and Physical Education Teacher
ST Mary's Catholic School
Goldsboro, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive athletic programs aligned with school mission and values.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance student engagement in sports activities.
- Oversaw scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation for all athletic events and competitions.
- Mentored coaching staff to improve instructional strategies and athlete development techniques.
- Established budgetary guidelines to optimize financial resources for athletic departments and initiatives.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for coaches to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and performance assessments.
Lead Health and Physical Education Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools-Rosewood Elementary and Meadow Lane Elementary
Goldsboro, NC
07.2002 - 06.2024
- Teach 800 pre-K thru 5th grade physical education and with focus upon active learning, participation, high time-on-task with maximally active students through lifetime fitness, skill building, and movement concepts all based upon developmental appropriateness. Clinical Teacher for East Carolina University and Mount Olive University, training and supervising student interns since 2002.
- Researched, introduced and secured funding for a forty foot horizontal rock wall-Dec. 2002.
- Originated “Mileage Club” /Fitness Finders running/walking program at Rosewood Elementary-Nov. 2003.
- Introduced and facilitated “Mileage Club” program to all other elementary schools in Wayne County with 70% implementation of the program at present-2004-present. Established program to several schools in the surrounding counties and supported them during the inception of the program.
- Chaired Southern Accreditation Committees and compiled school-wide presentations for reaccreditation.
- Served as School Climate Chair 2003-2007, assessing staff morale and improvement.
- Represented Rosewood Elementary as Teacher of the Year for the 2003-2004 school year.
- Initiated changes and expanded county-wide Early Dismissal Workshops through restructuring, better planned targeted topics and learning opportunities while serving as the continuing education liaison for elementary physical education staff.
- Maintained top three fundraising status within Wayne County for the American Heart Association throughout tenure at Rosewood.
- Implemented a safe and healthy playground plan for the whole school after researching various programs. Created and assembled training sessions for staff and students. Provided “choice posters”, “rulebooks” and equipment to every classroom.
- Established a Physical Education Portfolio at Rosewood Elementary for all students that allows for written assessment, peer assessment and cross curriculum integration.
- Implemented RWE Health Lab in Fall 2013 to meet NCDPI’s Health SCOSin preparation for upcoming Health EOG.
Physical Education Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools-School Street School
Goldsboro, NC
01.1996 - 07.2002
- Taught pre-K thru 5th grade physical education in a Title I inner city school where I focused on participation, high time-on-task with maximally active students through lifetime fitness, skill building and movement concepts all based upon developmental appropriateness.
- Chaired Southern Accreditation Committees and compiled school-wide presentations for reaccreditation.
- Served as School Climate Chair 1997-2002, assessing staff morale and improvement.
- Nominated School Street School’s Teacher of the Year for the 2001-2002 school year.
- Awarded the Wayne County Special Category Teacher of the Year for the 2001-2002 school year.
- Implemented the Jump Rope for Heart Donation Campaign for the American Heart Association 1998.
Associate Part-time Instructor Instructing Fitness Classes
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC
01.1993 - 07.2000
- Taught accredited aerobics, weight training, step aerobics and walking classes to fulfill college physical education credit requirements.
- Encouraged department head to offer step aerobics, walking classes and cardio-funk aerobics as alternative forms of lifetime exercise by volunteering to write the course descriptions and teach the classes if the new courses are approved.
Program Director and Community Liaison
Sanford Nautilus Club
Sanford, NC
11.1991 - 09.1993
- Developed impactful programs for special populations in collaboration with hospital staff. Enhanced wellness program effectiveness through training and management. Promoted Sanford Nautilus as a recognized spokesperson in the community.
- Achieved increased participation in exercise programs for special populations through strategic program launches. Enhanced wellness for executives and cardiac rehab patients through tailored initiatives. Improved physical activity among seniors via chair aerobics at a local center. Empowered at-risk girls through engaging cardio funk aerobics at Lee County High School. Fostered community health awareness through successful fitness events.
- Developed in-depth aerobics training course to produce well-trained, knowledgeable staff, focusing on exercise physiology and injury prevention.
- Managed financial planning and resource distribution to support streamlined operations.
Group Exercise Classes
Rex Wellness Center, Glaxo Pharmaceuticals, Gold’s Gym, State Employee Security Commission, Executive Fitness Center
Raleigh, NC
12.1986 - 11.1991
- Taught various forms of exercise classes to groups with varying degrees of fitness.
Education
B.S. Exercise and Sport Science with Teacher Certification - Social Science and History
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01-1996
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East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01-1986
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Garner Senior High School
Garner, NC01-1984
Skills
- Facility management
- Creative vision
- Event management
- Program development
- Coordination of facilities
- Effective customer communication
- Team leadership
- Budget management
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Resource allocation
- Problem-solving and decision making
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization and adaptability
- Public speaking and written communication
- Project management and event planning
Timeline
Athletic Director and Physical Education Teacher
ST Mary's Catholic School
07.2024 - Current
Lead Health and Physical Education Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools-Rosewood Elementary and Meadow Lane Elementary
07.2002 - 06.2024
Physical Education Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools-School Street School
01.1996 - 07.2002
Associate Part-time Instructor Instructing Fitness Classes
Wayne Community College
01.1993 - 07.2000
Program Director and Community Liaison
Sanford Nautilus Club
11.1991 - 09.1993
Group Exercise Classes
Rex Wellness Center, Glaxo Pharmaceuticals, Gold’s Gym, State Employee Security Commission, Executive Fitness Center
12.1986 - 11.1991
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East Carolina University
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Garner Senior High School
B.S. Exercise and Sport Science with Teacher Certification - Social Science and History
East Carolina University