Roosevelt N. Williams Jr
Educator
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Highly energetic and dedicated physical education/health teacher with 8 years of career experience in coaching, education, and community service. Alongside teaching, I am the head coach of the school’s dance program, and professional dancer for the Indianapolis Pacers. Using excellent communication skills, motivational techniques, and cooperative learning, I empower students with the tools they need to become ambassadors of knowledge and valuable members of society.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Lifetime Fitness, Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
07.2019 - Current
- Incorporates various teaching methods to effectively deliver an academic based Fitness for Life curriculum
- Collaborates with other physical education teachers in designing, planning and implementing a balanced curriculum for the students of Warren Central High School
- Maintains attendance reports, checklists, census forms and other record-keeping documents
- Incorporates various teaching methods to effectively deliver an academic based Fitness for Life curriculum
- Serves as the “Down But Not Out” Boxing club sponsor
- Establishes a strong classroom culture in which it is aligned with the overall school’s culture
- Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
Head Dance Coach
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
12.2013 - Current
- Applies different and suitable teaching techniques for each age group
- Conducts enough physical exercises for each student
- Encourages students through appreciation
- Provides information about the origin of a particular dance to the students
- Motivates students by creating engaging and challenging learning
- Creates lesson plans and journal assignments for students to complete
- Heightens self-motivated skills by accomplishing tasks without supervision and managing the dance center when the supervisor is not there.
Professional Dancer
NBA, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, IN
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Trained and exercised in order to maintain high levels of physical ability and fitness
- Attended dance classes to gain technical proficiency
- Interacted with fans, teammates, and staff in an appropriate manner
- Took cues from music and adjust routine according to rhythm
- Promoted performances if necessary
- Took cues and instruction from the choreographer.
Professional Dancer
WNBA , Bankers Life Fieldhouse
Indianapolis, IN
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Trained and exercised in order to maintain high levels of physical ability and fitness
- Attended dance classes to gain technical proficiency
- Interacted with fans, teammates, and staff in an appropriate manner
- Took cues from music and adjust routine according to rhythm
- Promoted performances if necessary
- Took cues and instruction from the choreographer.
Physical Education Intern
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Co-taught sports and recreational activities during the morning summer school sessions
- Created dance routines to teach during the afternoon physical education courses
- Supervised students as they arrive and depart from school
- Created a syllabus for the first day of classes
- Assessed students' knowledge daily with an exit ticket.
Substitute Teacher
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Provided students with feedback on their work and on how to improve themselves
- Updated student attendance, grades, and administrative records
- Supported the school during short term periods of teacher absence
- Ensured classroom management by setting rules and limits
- Communicated with parents, pupils and other teachers on a regular basis
- Prepared and administered tests and exams
- Wrote up and left the teacher a report about how the school day went
- Returned books, instructional materials, equipment, and keys to their proper place.
Hip Dance Instructor
Hip, Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed a lesson plan, syllabus, and class description per class
- Taught fundamental hip-hop skills and techniques in a dance studio setting
- Developed choreography that is relevant to the youth and age appropriate
- Informed students of the history of hip hop and helps make relevant connections to today’s culture
- Influenced students' understanding of dance education and the importance of versatility in their dance training
- Promoted self-esteem and confidence through performance in and outside of the classroom.
Education
Indiana Teaching Certificate -
Teachers of Tomorrow
Indianapolis, IN 09.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities, Health Education, Physical Ed
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN 08.2015 - 05.2019
40 Diploma -
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN 08.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
Health education
Group Instruction
Verbal and written communication
Relationship building
Problem-solving skills
K-12 education
Educational leadership
Technology integration
Differentiated instruction
Certification
First Aid and CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Improved physical fitness scores with key improvements to program strategies.
- Took over underperforming dance program and achieved results in student performance, team involvement, and grades.
Affiliations
- Spring 2017 Initiate of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
Timeline
First Aid and CPR Certified
01-2022
Indiana Teaching License
01-2022
Youth Suicide and Prevention
01-2022
Water Safety Instructor
08-2021
Indiana Teaching Certificate -
Teachers of Tomorrow
09.2019 - 12.2021
Indiana Teaching Permit
09-2019
Physical Education Teacher
Lifetime Fitness, Warren Central High School
07.2019 - Current
Physical Education Intern
Warren Central High School
06.2019 - 07.2019
Hip Dance Instructor
Hip, Warren Central High School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Professional Dancer
NBA, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
04.2018 - 07.2021
Professional Dancer
WNBA , Bankers Life Fieldhouse
04.2017 - 10.2019
Substitute Teacher
Warren Central High School
06.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities, Health Education, Physical Ed
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
08.2015 - 05.2019
Head Dance Coach
Warren Central High School
12.2013 - Current
40 Diploma -
Warren Central High School
08.2011 - 06.2015