Michelle (Shelli) Totton-Peterson
Spokane,WA
Summary
Accomplished educator and coach at West Valley School District, adept in motivational leadership and effective communication. Excelled in fostering team unity, enhancing player skills, and building strong relationships across all levels. Demonstrated success in improving academic and athletic performance, with a focus on creating supportive, achievement-oriented environments. Expertise in team development and interpersonal relationships.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
02.2008 - Current
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
01.2008 - Current
Health and Fitness Teacher
West Valley High School
09.1997 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
High School Varsity Soccer Coach
West Valley High School
08.1998 - 08.2018
- Developed player skills through individualized coaching sessions tailored to each athlete''s strengths and weaknesses.
High School Varsity Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
11.1999 - 07.2002
- Assisted student-athletes in achieving academic success by providing guidance and support throughout their high school careers.
- Enhanced player safety by adhering to proper injury prevention techniques and promptly addressing any health concerns or injuries that arose during practices or games.
- Served as a role model for student-athletes by exhibiting professionalism, integrity, respectfulness in all interactions within the school environment.
- Cultivated a positive atmosphere within the basketball program that fostered team unity and camaraderie among players.
Freshman Girls Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
11.1997 - 11.1999
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Mead School District
11.2003 - 03.2007
Education
High School Diploma -
Mead High School
Spokane, WAMasters In At Risk Youth - Education
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2002
Bachelor Of Arts In Education - Health And Fitness
Eastern Washington University
Cheney WA06.1997
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building Relationships
- Team Development
- Team motivation
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Motivational leadership style
- Team Bonding
- Verbal and written communication
References
Per request
Timeline
Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
02.2008 - Current
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
01.2008 - Current
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Mead School District
11.2003 - 03.2007
High School Varsity Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
11.1999 - 07.2002
High School Varsity Soccer Coach
West Valley High School
08.1998 - 08.2018
Freshman Girls Basketball Coach
West Valley School District
11.1997 - 11.1999
Health and Fitness Teacher
West Valley High School
09.1997 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Mead High School
Masters In At Risk Youth - Education
Gonzaga University
Bachelor Of Arts In Education - Health And Fitness
Eastern Washington University
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