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Philip Knapp

Philip Knapp

Buena Park,CA

Summary

Energetic individual with a background in promoting and encouraging a solid interscholastic athletic experience for young men and women. Confident Athletic Director touting exemplary organizational skills and a bold vision that delivers excellence.

Intelligent History and Religion teacher at St. Pius V Catholic School with two years of experience preparing lesson materials, moderating and leading discussions, handling students with 504ers and IEPs, and grading assignments and tests. In-depth knowledge of various philosophical systems, historical events and concepts and religions paired with excellent critical thinking and organizational skills. Committed professional dedicated to development of student achievement.

Student Teaching at San Clemente High School with 11th graders for United States History. My experience was great, I loved doing what I do and that is teaching history, which I am well advanced in distance and in-person learning, and built upon my skills as a future educator. Lesson planning, state curriculum approach and mentoring students are some responsibilities and achievements that I did over my student teaching.

The time at Edison High School being a baseball coach resumes molding and shaping students in the fundamentals of baseball but also as young men for the future. Other then being a great coach, I am also the strength and conditioning coach for the team.

Majored in History at Biola Unversity, were I minored in Theology and also played on the baseball team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Athletic Director

St. Pius V Catholic School
Buena Park, CA
06.2023 - Current
  • Drafted, implemented, and monitored athletic policies and procedures.
  • Developed and managed athletic budgets.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised coaches and staff members.
  • Scheduled practice times for teams in accordance with facility availability.
  • Monitored academic progress of student-athletes to ensure eligibility requirements were met.
  • Managed program's budget, including coach salaries and pay rates.
  • Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.

Physical Education Teacher

St. Pius V Catholic School
Buena Park, CA
06.2023 - Current
  • Organized and coached teams in a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, tennis, and volleyball.
  • Instructed classes on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety while participating in physical activities.
  • Provided individualized instruction to help students reach their fitness goals.
  • Created lesson plans that focus on developing physical literacy skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching.
  • Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
  • Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
  • Devised safe and effective exercise strategies based on knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and biology.

History/Religion Teacher

St. Pius V Catholic School
Buena Park, CA
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Encouraged students expand horizons by sharing thoughts during class sessions while also being mindful of others' opinions.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Delivered exciting and informative lectures on various philosophy subjects, including ethics, critical thinking and contemporary moral issues.
  • Taught 6th, 7th and 8th Grade History and Religion with the average number of students per class is 30.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to address teaching issues.
  • Read, evaluated and edited manuscripts or other materials submitted for publication.
  • Coordinated and developed theme and design concepts for annual yearbook.

Student Teacher, 11th Grade

Capistrano Unified School District
San Clemente, CA
01.2021 - 06.2021

Responsibilities:

-Daily Lesson Planning.

-Providing necessary materials for the students so they could grasp the content.

-Creating a safe and healthy learning environment.

-Emailing students and parents about grades, behavior, etc.

-Took over the class the 2nd week of January.

-Creating the homework, tests and quizzes.

Achievements:

- Know how to do both distance and in-person learning.

-Developed great relationships with my colleagues.

-Great classroom management, to create a safe and heathy learning environment.

-Created relationships with students that will shape them for the better for the rest of their lives.

Baseball Coach

Lightning Baseball Club
Huntington Beach, CA
09.2018 - Current
  • Started Coaching the Edison High School "Feeder" Program also known as Lightning Baseball Club in 2018. Coaching with Nick Cappuccilli who is now the head coach at Edison High School.
  • Developed individualized training programs for each player based on their skills and abilities.
  • Instructed players on the fundamentals of baseball, such as batting and base-running techniques.
  • Motivated players by setting achievable goals that encouraged growth both mentally and physically.
  • Provided feedback to players on their strengths and weaknesses in order to help them reach their full potential.
  • Provided guidance on nutrition habits for optimal performance on the field.

Assistant Baseball Coach

Huntington Beach Unified High School District
Huntington Beach, CA
06.2019 - 09.2021

2019: Freshman Assistant

-Coached Freshman the basics of hitting, and playing the outfield.

-Strength and Conditioning Coach for all 3 levels.

2020: Junior Varsity Head Coach

-Practice planning

-Transpiration arrangements

-Coaching hitting and playing the outfield

-Manager of the JV team

2021: Varsity Assistant- Coached outfield and strength and conditioning coach for these student athletes.

Server

Sandy's Beach Shack
Huntington Beach, CA
06.2020 - 02.2021
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
  • Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Kept track of event finances, including initial deposits, due payments and final balances.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

Instructional Aide

Huntington Beach Unified High School District
Huntington Beach, CA
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of any student absences.

Youth Baseball Coach

Downey Dirt Devils
Downey, CA
08.2018 - 09.2019

-Coached minorities about the fundamentals of baseball at a young age.

-Provided equipment for the players to be successful

-Kept a safe and learning environment for my players.

-Manager of the youth program.

Education

Teaching Credential - Education

National University
La Jolla, CA
06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - History

Biola University
La Mirada, CA
12.2018

Skills

  • Competitive Analysis
  • Parent Relations
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Competition Preparation
  • Community Outreach
  • Great with students and student-athletes
  • Lesson Planning and Practice Planning
  • Great using PowerPoint, Zoom, Microsoft word and excel
  • Student Advising
  • Work Organization and Prioritization
  • Student Data Analysis
  • Lecture and Discussion Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Work Ethic
  • Athletic Department Services
  • Event Management
  • Game Management
  • Eligibility Requirements
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Certification

Single Subject Teaching Credential

Affiliations

  • Coaching Baseball from youth level to Varsity level in High School
  • Proud member of the Knights of Columbus of Buena Park
  • Eucharistic Minister for School Mass
  • Workout 4-5 times a week

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Athletic Director

St. Pius V Catholic School
06.2023 - Current

Physical Education Teacher

St. Pius V Catholic School
06.2023 - Current

History/Religion Teacher

St. Pius V Catholic School
08.2021 - 06.2023

Student Teacher, 11th Grade

Capistrano Unified School District
01.2021 - 06.2021

Instructional Aide

Huntington Beach Unified High School District
10.2020 - 12.2020

Server

Sandy's Beach Shack
06.2020 - 02.2021

Assistant Baseball Coach

Huntington Beach Unified High School District
06.2019 - 09.2021

Baseball Coach

Lightning Baseball Club
09.2018 - Current

Youth Baseball Coach

Downey Dirt Devils
08.2018 - 09.2019

Teaching Credential - Education

National University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Biola University

Single Subject Teaching Credential

Philip Knapp