Richard Muller
Ridgewood
Summary
Dynamic and passionate professional seeking a rewarding position in Physical Education and coaching that encourages extensive skills and experience to promote engaging and innovative learning experiences for students. Known for high energy, creativity, and enthusiasm, with a strong focus on promoting health and wellness through physical activity. Committed to delivering exceptional education and support to students of all ages, ensuring a positive and impactful environment that encourages growth and development.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Full Time High School / Middle School Physical Education Instructor
Dwight Englewood School
Englewood, New Jersey
01.2000
- Full Time High School / Middle School Physical Education Instructor
- Middle School Health Instructor
- Certified American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Williams Award for Creative Excellence 2003
- Personal Advisor 12th Grade
- Home Base Advisor 8th Grade (5 Years)
- Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach (11 years)
- Head Varsity Boys Baseball Coach (3 Years)
- Head Varsity Girls Softball Coach (5 Years)
- Head JV Softball Coach (8 Years)
- Boys Assistant Soccer Coach (14 years)
- Head Middle School Girls Soccer Coach
- Head Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
- Head Middle School Baseball Coach
- Leader of Various Middle School Student Activities
- Co-Director of the Pep Rally Committee
- Director of Middle School Field Day
- Co-created Creative Games and Ultimate Games Units in the 6-12 Grade Physical Education Curriculum
- Director and Founder of the Lady Bulldog’s Girls Summer Basketball League (6 Years)
- Participated in Physical Education and Coaching Workshops
- Organize, Teach and Coach in the Sports Clinics in the DE Summer School Program
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Bergen Community College
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Full Time High School Physical Education / Health Instructor
Elmwood Park Memorial High School
Elmwood Park, New Jersey
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Full Time High School Physical Education / Health Instructor
- Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
- Assisted in Re-writing the Entire Middle / High School Physical Education Curriculum
Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
T. Baldwin Demarest Elementary School
Old Tappan, New Jersey
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
- Boys Middle School Basketball Coach
Part Time Middle School Physical Education and Health Instructor
Paramus Public School
Paramus, New Jersey
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Part Time Middle School Physical Education and Health Instructor
- Freshman Boys Soccer Coach
Boys Basketball Coach
Wandell Middle School
Saddle River, New Jersey
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Boys Basketball Coach
- Girls Softball Coach
Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
Fort Lee Public School
Fort Lee, New Jersey
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
Varsity Girls Soccer
Immaculate Conception High School
Lodi, New Jersey
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Varsity Girls Soccer
- Junior Varsity Softball Coach
Girls Basketball Coach
Wandell Middle School
Saddle River, New Jersey
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Girls Basketball Coach
Athletic Director
Hawthorne Christian Academy
Hawthorne, New Jersey
01.1990 - 01.1996
- Athletic Director
- Physical Education and Health Instructor - grades K – 12
- Participated in Physical Education and Coaching Workshops
- Head Varsity Boys Soccer Coach
- Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
- Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
- Head Varsity Boys Baseball Coach
Athletic Director
Central Jersey Christian School
Asbury Park, New Jersey
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Athletic Director
- Physical Education and Health Instructor - grades K - 12
- Head Varsity Boys Soccer Coach
- Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach (2 Years)
- Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach (2 Years)
- Head Varsity Boys Baseball Coach (4 Years)
Education
Supervisors Certificate -
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJMaster of Arts - Coaching and Athletic Supervision
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJBS - Health, Physical Education and Recreation
The King's College
Briarcliff Manor, NYSkills
- Problem-solving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching experience
- Relationship building
- First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor
- Strong Interpersonal Relationships
- Health Instructor
Accomplishments
- Taught 1000's of students over 40 years on the importance of exercise, fitness, and healthy strategies.
- Worked collaboratively to consistently modify and improve the Physical Education and Health curriculum.
- Strong focus on team building and mentorship.
- Implemented Goole Classroom for classroom activity grades
- Coached thee sports a year for 40 years (except 2020)
- Participated in many Middle school plays
Certification
- Supervisors Certificate, New Jersey
- Physical Education & Health, New Jersey
- CPR / First Aid / AED
Timeline
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Bergen Community College
01.2011 - 01.2013
Full Time High School / Middle School Physical Education Instructor
Dwight Englewood School
01.2000
Full Time High School Physical Education / Health Instructor
Elmwood Park Memorial High School
01.1999 - 01.2000
Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
T. Baldwin Demarest Elementary School
01.1998 - 01.1999
Part Time Middle School Physical Education and Health Instructor
Paramus Public School
01.1997 - 01.1998
Boys Basketball Coach
Wandell Middle School
01.1997 - 01.1998
Part Time Elementary Physical Education Instructor
Fort Lee Public School
01.1996 - 01.1997
Varsity Girls Soccer
Immaculate Conception High School
01.1996 - 01.1997
Girls Basketball Coach
Wandell Middle School
01.1996 - 01.1997
Athletic Director
Hawthorne Christian Academy
01.1990 - 01.1996
Athletic Director
Central Jersey Christian School
01.1986 - 01.1990
Master of Arts - Coaching and Athletic Supervision
Montclair State University
BS - Health, Physical Education and Recreation
The King's College
Supervisors Certificate -
Montclair State University