Open To Work
Roni M Taborn
Snellville,GA
Work Preference
Summary
EXPERIENCED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL WHO WILL GET THE JOB DONE.
Accomplished Health/Physical Educator offering 15+ years of expertise having worked in various New York City Governmental Agencies. Committed to comprehensive training in First Aid/CPR and Sports Fitness focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems negatively impacting well-being on academic success. Go above and beyond to enhance student experiences and help students reach their full potential.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Gwinnette County Public School
Suwanee, GA
01.2025 - Current
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Substitute Teacher, K-12/Coach
Yonkers Public Schools
New York , New York
11/7/15 - 04.2026
- Substitute predominately on long-term assignments in Physical Ed
- Coached Girls Varsity Volleyball and Girls Varsity Softball.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
Parent Advocate (Part-time)
Choices: CASES
New York , New York
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Provided individualized support to families; explaining the Family Court process to families from intake through supervision.
- Accompany families to court appointments for support.
- Participate in weekly case review meeting.
Lead Teacher/Physical Education Supervisor
PSAL: Big Apple Games (Summer Interim)
New York , NY
07.2001 - 07.2015
- Trained, led and delegated the entire Recreational Program including: Teachers, College Interns, and H.S. Aids.
- Responsible for recording and monitoring daily attendance for staff .including filling accident reports..
- Overseeing the Recreational Program to insure that it is running, efficiently
- Worked closely with education staff to manage production and delivery of all recreational programs
Health/Physical Education Teacher
NYCDOE: Frederick Douglass Academy
New York, NY
10.1991 - 07.2012
- Developed innovative curriculum in Health, FLSE and CPR/F.A.
- Lectured students on various Health and Sex Education topics.
- Health Resource Coordinator in Condom Availability Room counseled students, individually and distribute condoms.
- Performed daily attendance and monthly statistical data.
- Coached Girls Varsity Tennis; Girls Volleyball and Boys/Girls Handball.
- Monitored students physical fitness with standardized assessments.
- Encouraged socialization, sportsmanship, team spirit of students so physical fitness will be an enjoyable part of life.
Instructor of Health Careers Exploration/Practicum
Adult & Continuing Education:NYCBOE
East New York, NY
09.1990 - 10.1991
- Specialized program for Adults that allowed students to explore a variety of occupations within the Allied Health Field.
- Instrumental in designing the Career Internship Module with various health care agencies that allow students to obtain training-related experiences in Hospital's and Nursing Homes throughout NYC..
- Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students, utilizing instructional techniques, hands-on activities, laboratory curriculum, and quizzes.
- Evaluated and monitored the progress of 35 students to promote a positive outcome.
Education
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
New York, NY06.1997
Master of Science - Health Education
Herbert H. Lehman College
The Bronx, NY01.1988
Bachelor of Science - Health, Medicine & Society (HMS)
CUNY B.A. Program/City College
New York, NYSome College (No Degree) - Recreation Therapeutic M.S. Ed Program
Herbert H. Lehman College
The Bronx, NYSome College (No Degree) - Community Health Services 12 Credits
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NYSkills
- Therapy and counseling
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Behavior modification
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum Development
- Proposal writing
- Excellent verbal skills
- Interscholastic sports skills
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor - 12/31/2026 Cert ID: 00JB858
- Licensed NYSED-PHYSICAL EDUCATION DHS/JHS
- Licensed NYSED -HEALTH EDUCATION DHS/
Accomplishments
- Became Specialized Substitute for Health/ Physical Ed classes.
- Utilized Elaboration to dramatically enhance learning.
- Received consistent recognition as a proficient and reliable Health and physical Educator.
- Created effective Sports Safety Training for PSAL Coaches.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Gwinnette County Public School
01.2025 - Current
Parent Advocate (Part-time)
Choices: CASES
03.2015 - 10.2015
Lead Teacher/Physical Education Supervisor
PSAL: Big Apple Games (Summer Interim)
07.2001 - 07.2015
Health/Physical Education Teacher
NYCDOE: Frederick Douglass Academy
10.1991 - 07.2012
Instructor of Health Careers Exploration/Practicum
Adult & Continuing Education:NYCBOE
09.1990 - 10.1991
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
Master of Science - Health Education
Herbert H. Lehman College
Bachelor of Science - Health, Medicine & Society (HMS)
CUNY B.A. Program/City College
Some College (No Degree) - Recreation Therapeutic M.S. Ed Program
Herbert H. Lehman College
Some College (No Degree) - Community Health Services 12 Credits
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Substitute Teacher, K-12/Coach
Yonkers Public Schools
11/7/15 - 04.2026