Myles Creek
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Accomplished Coach and Teacher with 6 years of teaching experience from multiple schools. Resourceful and passionate educator with an adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes clear and precise speaking, classroom management and conflict resolution, and interacting with students from a number of different backgrounds.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
High School Theology Teacher
Teurlings Catholic High School
Lafayette, LA
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Teach Old Testament to Freshmen and Sacraments/Morality to Juniors
- Managed six classes a year between 25-30 students
- Helped lead a Bible Study that meets weekly
- Lead the annual Overnight retreat on Prayer
- Lead a Philosophy Club
- Helped lead boys ministry
- Strengthened critical thinking skills among students by encouraging open-ended questions during discussions and debates related to theological concepts.
- Inspired a love of learning among students through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, meaningful assignments about various religious traditions.
High School Tennis Coach
Teurlings Catholic High School
Lafayette, LA
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Junior Varsity Coach - 1 year (2023-2024)
- Head Coach - 1 year (2024-2025)
- Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized training programs and providing constructive feedback.
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
High School Youth Minister
St. Mary Mother of the Church
Lafayette, LA
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Led weekly Bible study sessions, fostering a deeper understanding of scripture among participants for approximately 10-20 people.
- Organized successful summer camp trips, providing opportunities for personal development and community service for approximately 25-30 people
- Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, addressing personal challenges and spiritual questions.
High School Theology Teacher
Notre Dame High School of Acadia Parish
Lafayette, LA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Lead a weekly Bible Study that had about 10-15 people.
- Helped lead an Apologetics Club that meets bi-weekly of about 20 people
- Strengthened critical thinking skills among students by encouraging open-ended questions during discussions and debates related to theological concepts.
- Inspired a love of learning among students through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, meaningful assignments about various religious traditions.
Athletic Director
Our Mother of Peace Elementary
Church Point, LA
08.2021 - Current
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff of six different sports for boys and girls by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with parents through regular communication about athlete progress and upcoming events.
- Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games that showcased athletes'' talents and achievements.
Middle School Theology Teacher
Our Mother of Peace Elementary
Church Point, LA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Teach Theology to 5-8 grade students
- Teach Physical Education and Study Skills classes
- Volleyball Assistant Coach
- Basketball Coach
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adjusting lesson plans to suit individual needs.
High School Theology Teacher
Teurlings Catholic High School
Lafayette, LA
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Taught Theology to high school freshmen and sophomores
- Led a Bible Study for high school juniors and seniors
- Assisted with campus ministry events
- Strengthened critical thinking skills among students by encouraging open-ended questions during discussions and debates related to theological concepts.
- Inspired a love of learning among students through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, meaningful assignments about various religious traditions.
Confirmation Director
St. Mary Mother of the Church
Lafayette, LA
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Organized Confirmation nights and coordinated with Core Team about preparation for Confirmation nights
- Helped organize and lead confirmation retreats with Life Teen Program
Distance Learning Kinesiology Assistant
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Answered incoming phone calls and emails to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Assistant to the Youth Minister
St. Mary Mother of the Church
Lafayette, LA
11.2012 - 05.2015
- Strategized with the Youth Minister in preparation for weekly Life Nights along with other weekly social events
- Led the Core Team in Catechetical preparation
- Led weekly Bible Studies
- Coordinated retreats (of approximately 50+ participants) each semester
Summer Missionary
Life Teen Camp Covecrest
Tiger, GA
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Was one of 12 men chosen nationwide to spend six weeks as a summer missionary
- Led small groups with a different parish each week
- Planned and executed various small group activities
- Guided teens around the campgrounds
- Formulated discussion groups with teens from each parish
Education
Master of Arts - Philosophy
Notre Dame Seminary
New Orleans, LA 08.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
John Paul The Great Catholic University
Escondido, CA 09.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA 08.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
Public speaking
Conflict resolution
Clear and effective interpersonal communications
Implementing organizational procedures
Conflict resolution, Knowledge of microsoft excel, powerpoint, and word
Timeline
High School Tennis Coach
Teurlings Catholic High School
11.2023 - 05.2025
High School Theology Teacher
Teurlings Catholic High School
08.2022 - 05.2025
High School Youth Minister
St. Mary Mother of the Church
04.2022 - 05.2025
High School Theology Teacher
Notre Dame High School of Acadia Parish
08.2021 - 05.2022
Athletic Director
Our Mother of Peace Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Middle School Theology Teacher
Our Mother of Peace Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Philosophy
Notre Dame Seminary
08.2017 - 05.2019
High School Theology Teacher
Teurlings Catholic High School
09.2016 - 05.2017
Confirmation Director
St. Mary Mother of the Church
09.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
John Paul The Great Catholic University
09.2015 - 09.2016
Distance Learning Kinesiology Assistant
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
05.2015 - 08.2015
Summer Missionary
Life Teen Camp Covecrest
06.2014 - 08.2014
Assistant to the Youth Minister
St. Mary Mother of the Church
11.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Louisiana
08.2011 - 05.2015