Ron Fisher
Mount Shasta,CA
Summary
Highly organized and motivated Physical Education Teacher offering 24 years' experience in teaching and sports leadership. Outgoing leader seeking to promote health and improve physical education and overall fitness. Demonstrates advanced knowledge in Kinesiology, exercise physiology and physical fitness. Knowledgeable about diverse instructional strategies and technology integration options.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Siskiyou Union High School District
Mount Shasta, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Completely re-developed and implemented physical education curricula for students in grades 9 through 12.
- Instructed classes on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety while participating in physical activities.
- Assessed student performance using rubrics and other evaluation tools.
- Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
- Created and maintained accurate, organized records of student attendance and participation levels during Physical Education classes.
- Planned, organized and implemented various class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop strategies for improving Physical Education programs across grade levels.
- Conducted meetings and had good communication with parents to discuss their child's progress in Physical Education classes.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols when needed during Phys. Ed. classes.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities related to current trends in health and wellness.
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concepts, strategies and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Adhered to applicable fitness program standards and benchmarks.
- Worked with teachers on IEP plans to develop objectives and assess progress.
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Participated in on-campus activities to support students outside of classroom.
- Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
High School Physical Education Teacher
Tokay High School
Lodi, CA
07.2012 - 06.2023
- Built a robust comprehensive PE program and delivered curriculum to over 200 students each year.
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Instructed students on specific exercises, team and individual sports concepts and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Devised safe and effective exercise strategies based on knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and exercise physiology.
- Adhered to California's Physical Education Framework for fitness program standards and benchmarks.
- Monitored student physical fitness with standardized assessments and devised appropriate individual goals.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused class environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Documented individual data and updated classroom records.
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized assessments.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Built life-long fitness learning skills and strong habits in students to help each prepare for continued health and fitness.
- Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level students.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Facilitated student success and academic growth through implementation of weight training, personal fitness and goal orientated curriculums.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Lodi Middle School
Lodi, CA
07.1999 - 05.2012
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Adhered to California's Physical Education Framework for fitness program standards and benchmarks.
- Instructed students on specific exercises, team sports concepts and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Monitored student physical fitness with standardized assessments and devised appropriate individual goals.
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Devised safe and effective exercise strategies based on knowledge of kinesiology, anatomy and exercise physiology.
- Documented individual data and updated classroom records.
- Created and directed after school weight training, table tennis and basketball sports programs, as well as other special events.
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Student Teacher
Oakmont High School
Roseville, CA
08.1997 - 01.1998
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Examined lesson plan impact and made changes to increase learning.
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher on grading and feedback for students' success.
Student Teacher
Dudley Elementary School
Antelope, CA
03.1997 - 05.1997
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Engaged students by focusing on hands-on kinesthetic learning activities.
- Studied lesson plan impact and made changes to increase learning.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
Education
Single Subject Credential - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA12.1994
Associate of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Shasta College
Redding, CA06.1989
Skills
- Physical fitness expert
- Fluent with body composition assessments
- Excellent individual and team sports instructor
- Knowledgeable about fitness training and individual assessment (goal setting)
- Instructional technology
- Kinesthetic & visual teaching expert
- Successful [in-class] conflict mediation
- Differentiated instruction
- Multicultural education
- Interactive classroom instruction
- Coaching experience in Volleyball, Basketball and some Track & Field
- Curriculum Development
- Health and Wellness Educator
- Equipment Storage Organization
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Gym Management
- Exercise physiology implementation
- Strength training educator
Professional Affiliations
- Current member of CAHPERD, California Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
- Member of AAHPERD, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Certification
Siskiyou
- Water Safety, CPR, First Aid, AED certification, American Red Cross - 2022
- CLAD certified, Alliant International University - 2016
- American Master Teacher Program for Physical Education - 1997
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Siskiyou Union High School District
08.2023 - Current
High School Physical Education Teacher
Tokay High School
07.2012 - 06.2023
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Lodi Middle School
07.1999 - 05.2012
Student Teacher
Oakmont High School
08.1997 - 01.1998
Student Teacher
Dudley Elementary School
03.1997 - 05.1997
Single Subject Credential - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
California State University Sacramento
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Sacramento
Associate of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Shasta College
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