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Work History
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Phillip unger

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Summary

Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher with a proven track record at Groton-Dunstable Regional High School. Expert in exercise science and classroom management, fostering inclusive environments. Successfully led professional development workshops for teachers from multiple districts, enhancing teaching strategies through the implementation of the "Long Term Athletic Development" model. Committed to promoting lifelong fitness habits and guiding students in goal setting for healthier lifestyles.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Education/ Health & Wellness Teacher

Groton-Dunstable Regional High School
08.2016 - Current
  • Design and implement engaging physical education curricula that promote student participation and well-being.
  • Facilitate extracurricular fitness programs, fostering goal setting and health behaviors.
  • Teach physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
  • Lead exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
  • Conducted professional development workshops for fellow teachers on topics related to physical education best practices and teaching strategies.
  • Mentor new teachers in the implementation of effective classroom management strategies, fostering positive learning environments.
  • Promote lifelong fitness habits, equipping students with knowledge and skills to maintain healthy lifestyles beyond classroom.

Health Paraprofessional

Lowell Public Schools
08.2009 - 02.2016
  • Applied the positive reinforcement method to redirect negative behaviors
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and story telling.
  • Applied the positive reinforcement method to redirect negative behaviors.

Fitness Instructor

Athletes Edge
01.2008 - 08.2009
  • Developed customized fitness programs tailored to individual client goals and needs.
  • Led group fitness classes, ensuring engaging and safe environments for participants.
  • Monitored client progress and provided ongoing feedback to optimize performance.
  • Educated clients on nutrition and wellness, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Conducted assessments to identify client strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

Education

Exercise Science

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL
08-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology

Concordia University Saint Paul
Saint Paul, MN
12-2009

Skills

  • Exercise Science expertise
  • Professionalism when collaborating w/ teams and individuals
  • Classroom management through the use of routines and rituals
  • Guided goal setting
  • Public speaking (classroom, workshops, conventions)
  • Lesson plan development
  • Working with diverse populations (various ages, special needs
  • Strong understanding of Exercise Science and program design
  • Organizational and instructional skills when working with large groups and individuals

Accomplishments


  • Spoke at the Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (MAHPERD) convention on the implementation of LTAD (Long Term Athletic Development).
  • Two time NSIC all conference (football) selection for Concordia University Saint Paul.

Certification

Functional Movement Screen (FMS 1)

Timeline

Physical Education/ Health & Wellness Teacher

Groton-Dunstable Regional High School
08.2016 - Current

Health Paraprofessional

Lowell Public Schools
08.2009 - 02.2016

Fitness Instructor

Athletes Edge
01.2008 - 08.2009

Exercise Science

Concordia University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology

Concordia University Saint Paul
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