Mona Burch
Milton,FL
Summary
Adapted Physical Education teacher with experience designing and delivering adaptive physical education programs for students with disabilities. Develops inclusive lesson plans focused on motor skills development and skill-building strategies. Improves student participation and supports progress toward individualized education goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Escambia Westgate School
Pensacola, Florida
11.2008 - Current
- Instructed students in gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and movement safety to promote physical independence.
- Developed individualized adapted physical education plans to enhance student engagement and participation at Escambia Westgate School.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and families to align student exercise goals with overall developmental objectives.
- Modified activities to accommodate individual student abilities and support needs in the classroom. to fit student abilities and classroom support needs.
Exceptional Student Education Teacher
East Milton Elementary
Milton, FL
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Created and implemented interactive lesson plans that significantly boosted student engagement and participation.
- Designed tailored lesson plans for Exceptional Student Education classrooms, enhancing individualized student learning at East Milton Elementary.
- Applied IEP accommodations and modifications across reading, math, and writing instruction.
- Monitored student progress regularly and adjusted plans to support academic growth.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with parents to foster student learning and development.
Paraprofessional
East Milton Elementary
Milton, FL
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse learners.
- Delivered one-on-one support to students to enhance comprehension of core concepts.
- Assisted East Milton Elementary teachers in delivering effective classroom instruction and facilitating daily lesson activities.
- Prepared materials and resources to support classroom instruction and activity-based learning.
US Army Communications Officer
Department of War-US Army
10.1984 - 04.1992
- Maintained and troubleshot advanced communication equipment, ensuring mission readiness.
- Develop communication protocols to support operational efficiency.
- Conduct training sessions on communication systems to build team proficiency.
- Assessed and coached personnel on equipment use, enhancing operational performance.
- Briefed senior staff on outreach plans and communication priorities, aligning strategies with organizational goals.
- Support crisis communications and maintain rapid response messaging drafts.
- Work with creative teams to develop design concepts for campaigns that communicate key messages.
Education
Certificate - Educator Preparation Institue
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL08-2007
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Benedict College
Columbia, SC05-1985
Skills
- Gross motor assessment
- Adaptive lesson planning
- IEP development
- Student assessment
- Progress tracking
- Inclusive design
- Special education
Certification
- FDOE Professional Educator's Certified-Elementary
- FDOE Professional Educator's Certified-Exceptional Student Education
- FDOE Professional Educator's Certified-Physical Education
- FDOE Professional Educator's Certified-Prekindergarten/Primary Education
Timeline
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Escambia Westgate School
11.2008 - Current
Exceptional Student Education Teacher
East Milton Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2007
Paraprofessional
East Milton Elementary
08.2005 - 05.2006
US Army Communications Officer
Department of War-US Army
10.1984 - 04.1992
Certificate - Educator Preparation Institue
Pensacola State College
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Benedict College