Mindy Switzer
Mount Pulaski
Summary
Passionate educator recognized for effective student motivation and flexible teaching strategies. Experienced in implementing safety standards and adapting activities for diverse learners, ensuring an inclusive and engaging positive learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Mt. Pulaski Grade School
Mt. Pulaski, IL
08.2017 - Current
- Crafted engaging lesson plans for diverse physical education classes, ensuring inclusivity for all leveled learners.
- Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship through collaborative group activities and exercises.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented safety protocols during physical activities and events.
- Evaluated student physical fitness using standardized assessments, establishing tailored individual goals for improvement.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to engage students with different learning styles.
- Monitored the progress of each student in order to identify areas of improvement or success.
Physical Education Teacher
Chester-East Lincoln
Lincoln, IL
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Planned and led lessons to enhance students' physical abilities, fostering strength, endurance, coordination, and flexibility.
- Taught a variety of activities such as team sports, individual sports, and recreational sports.
- Monitored and evaluated student performance, delivering constructive feedback to support achievement of fitness goals.
- Ensure all students participate safely.
- Adapted activities to ensure inclusion for students with special needs and/or disabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Recreation
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2013
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Organized
- Multi-tasker
- Flexible
- Active listener
- Patient
- Positive attitude
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Health and wellness education
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Mt. Pulaski Grade School
08.2017 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Chester-East Lincoln
08.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Recreation
Illinois State University