Mindy McCollow
Savage,MN
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Physical Education Teacher who is highly effective at motivating students to achieve full potential through fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curriculum, promoting fitness and instilling lifelong health habits. Enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Committed to nurturing students' physical, social and emotional well-being through engaging activities and personalized instruction. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential through classroom direction as well as student led instruction. Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with students, colleagues and parents.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Summer Literacy Academy Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Self - Tutor
Self
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
- Organized tutoring sessions to help students struggling in similar areas
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking students learning progress
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over students falling behind in numerous students in K-12 in Reading comprehension and literacy, phonics and Math skills.
Reading Interventionist
St Michaels Catholic School
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design tailored interventions for individual student needs, resulting in improved reading abilities.
- Developed personalized lesson plans that focused on specific areas of improvement for each student, leading to significant progress in reading skills.
- Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
- Delivered differentiated instruction based on individual learning profiles, addressing diverse needs within the classroom setting effectively.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Family Physical Therapy & Wellness Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted my Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Prior Lake-Savage Schools/Teachers On Call - Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles
Millennium Physical Therapy - PTA
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery
- Assisted my Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system
- Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Self - Personal Trainer
Self
07.2006 - 06.2013
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise and stretching
- Developed, planned and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury
- Met health education and wellness objectives with implementation of new training programs
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results
- Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, at home and on vacation
- Promoted total wellbeing by encouraging students to improve nutrition, weight control and lifestyle
Education
DAPE License/certification - Developmental Adapted Physical Education
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN05.2027
Master of Arts - Physical Education And Health
Concordia University, St. Paul
Saint Paul, MN05.2026
Associate of Science - International Studies
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN12.2023
Associate of Arts - PTA
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA05.2015
Associate of Arts - Applied Science
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA05.1996
Skills
- Behavior Modification
- Classroom Organization
- Performance Assessments
- Student-Centered Learning
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- Innovative lesson planning
- Co-Teacher Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
Certification
- Orton-Gillingham Training, 07/2021
- Certified National Tutor, 06/2021
- Fountas & Pinnell Assessments, 03/2020
- Kindergarten Assessments, 03/2020
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
09.2023 - 06.2024
Summer Literacy Academy Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
07.2023 - Current
Self - Tutor
Self
07.2021 - Current
Physical Therapy Assistant
Family Physical Therapy & Wellness Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
Reading Interventionist
St Michaels Catholic School
01.2020 - 08.2023
Prior Lake-Savage Schools/Teachers On Call - Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
01.2018 - 05.2019
Millennium Physical Therapy - PTA
01.2015 - 08.2018
Self - Personal Trainer
Self
07.2006 - 06.2013
DAPE License/certification - Developmental Adapted Physical Education
Bemidji State University
Master of Arts - Physical Education And Health
Concordia University, St. Paul
Associate of Science - International Studies
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Associate of Arts - PTA
North Iowa Area Community College
Associate of Arts - Applied Science
North Iowa Area Community College
- Orton-Gillingham Training, 07/2021
- Certified National Tutor, 06/2021
- Fountas & Pinnell Assessments, 03/2020
- Kindergarten Assessments, 03/2020
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