Tonya Everhart
Millersburg,PA
Summary
Motivated Science Teacher demonstrates scientific concepts by using apparatus, experiments, charts, sketches and other instructional aids. Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design and instructs students in proper use, care and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment and plant and animal life. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide orderly, productive environment during instructional activities and support educational mission.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Millersburg Area School District
01.2022 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Improved student performance on standardized tests with targeted review sessions and practice exams.
- Implemented formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
Substitute Teacher
Millersburg Area School District
03.2021 - Current
- Used course materials to teach lessons planned by absent teacher
- Implemented prepared lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity
- Upheld class discipline standards to keep students on-task
- Enforced social distancing protocols in classroom and school common areas
- Left detailed notes to notify classroom teachers of student progress
- Taught lessons to classes in various subjects.
Massage Therapist
Self Employed
12.2012 - Current
- Cleaned, sanitized, and maintained massage area in between sessions
- Reviewed customer needs, requests, and previous treatments before appointments
- Developed unique massage and personal therapy techniques for clients
- Increased client satisfaction through skillful service and friendly attitude
- Offered top-rated massage services customized to client needs and schedules
- Took continuing education workshops to reinforce and update skillset
- Discussed client preferences and special requests and made necessary adjustments
- Met unique client needs by working closely with physiotherapists, chiropractors, and physicians
- Prevented injuries with careful assessments of each client's soft tissue condition, joint quality and muscle strength
- Improved massage experience by relaxing clients with comfortable atmosphere, body oils and aromatherapy
- Addressed injuries, pressure points and specific medical conditions with targeted massage
- Met client needs in office, at businesses or in homes with well-organized treatment schedule
- Educated clients on methods for improving posture, strength and flexibility.
Certified Athletic Trainer
CPRS Physical Therapy
08.2001 - Current
- Assessed injuries and delivered first aid to help stabilize players
- Supervised clearance of injured athletes prior to and during sports seasons
- Reported on athletic injuries and incidents and maintained daily treatment logs
- Restored athletes' strength, stamina, and abilities with well-coordinated reconditioning plans
- Helped athletes recover from injuries through treatment and rehabilitation
- Helped coaching staff evaluate and implement sport-specific conditioning strategies
- Educated athletes on substance abuse, poor nutrition, and other roadblocks to achieving peak performance
- Monitored playing conditions during games and practices to quickly spot and remove potential hazards
- Developed comprehensive rehabilitation programs for injured athletes by working closely with physicians and coaches
- Offered athletes continuous support at home and away games for routine needs and new injuries
- Prevented injuries with use of braces and tapes on frequently injured body parts
- Educated coaches, players, parents, and team personnel in proper care and prevention of different types of athletic injuries
- Protected athletes from re-injury by carefully evaluating readiness to play and managing clearances
- Monitored and reported on recovery progress, working with athletes and coaches to manage timely and safe returns to game play.
Education
TOP Program - Secondary Biology
Wilson College
Chambersburg, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Medicine
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA05.2000
High School Diploma - General Studies
East Juniata High School
Cocalamus, PA06.1994
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Behavior management
- Strong communication
- Parent relations
- Technology Integration
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Lesson Planning
- Student Support
- Project-based learning
Timeline
Science Teacher
Millersburg Area School District
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Millersburg Area School District
03.2021 - Current
Massage Therapist
Self Employed
12.2012 - Current
Certified Athletic Trainer
CPRS Physical Therapy
08.2001 - Current
TOP Program - Secondary Biology
Wilson College
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Medicine
Messiah University
High School Diploma - General Studies
East Juniata High School
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