Taggart Ancrum
Manasquan,NJ
Summary
Educational professional prepared to deliver impactful instruction and foster positive learning environment. Proven ability to engage students through well-structured lesson plans and collaborative activities. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in fostering academic growth and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher / Physical Education Intern
Multiple School Placements
09.2023 - Current
- Planned and delivered developmentally appropriate PE and health lessons aligned with NJ Student Learning Standards
- Managed full class routines, fitness activities, and skill-based PE instruction
- Led lessons incorporating sportsmanship, teamwork, and fitness development
- Assisted with assessments, grading, and student skill progression
- Collaborated with cooperating teachers to modify activities for diverse learners
- Field Placements by Semester: Fall 2025: Middle Township High School; Cape May City Elementary School; Spring 2025: Middle Township High School; Cape May City Elementary School; Fall 2024: Williamstown High School; Upper Pittsgrove Elementary School; Spring 2024: Glassboro High School; Fall 2023: Johnstone Elementary School (Vineland); John Winslow Elementary School (Vineland); Vineland Senior High School
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard
Silton Swim School
06.2015 - Current
- Instruct classes of 10-12 children ages 5-9 in survival swimming, stroke development, and water safety
- Ensured safe learning environment and responded to emergencies when necessary
- Communicated progress and safety cues to students and parents
- Collaborated with staff to deliver structured, engaging lessons
Unified Sports Volunteer Referee
Rowan University Unified Sports
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Officiated soccer games and supported athletes with special needs
Volunteer, Community Meal Service
St. Mary's by the Sea Church
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted in serving meals to individuals experiencing homelessness
Volunteer, Farm Restoration & Grounds Crew
Allaire Farm
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Participated in barn cleanup and landscaping after storm damage
Education
B.S. - Health & Physical Education
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ12.2025
High School -
Wall High School
01.2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning aligned to NJ standards
- Student assessment & feedback
- Health & PE curriculum delivery
- Sports coaching & team leadership
- Strength & conditioning
- Skill development & progression
- Fitness programming for youth
- Google Classroom & Google Workspace
- Fitness tracking tools/heart rate monitors
- Basic educational technology tools
Coaching Experience
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard, Silton Swim School, Manasquan, NJ, 06/2015, Present, Instruct classes of 10-12 children ages 5-9 in survival swimming, stroke development, and water safety, Ensured safe learning environment and responded to emergencies when necessary, Communicated progress and safety cues to students and parents, Collaborated with staff to deliver structured, engaging lessons
Awards
- Dean's List
- Spring 2025
- Spring 2024
- GPA, 3.2
- Mr. Shore Soccer, 2019
- 4-Year Varsity Starter & Captain, Wall High School Soccer
- Captain, Wall Cosmos, 4x State Champion youth soccer team
- Member, Rowan Men's Soccer Team, 2020-2022
Timeline
Student Teacher / Physical Education Intern
Multiple School Placements
09.2023 - Current
Unified Sports Volunteer Referee
Rowan University Unified Sports
01.2021 - 12.2021
Volunteer, Community Meal Service
St. Mary's by the Sea Church
01.2019 - 12.2019
Volunteer, Farm Restoration & Grounds Crew
Allaire Farm
01.2018 - 12.2018
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard
Silton Swim School
06.2015 - Current
High School -
Wall High School
B.S. - Health & Physical Education
Rowan University