Developed and implemented engaging physical education lesson plans for students in grades K–4, tailored to a diverse range of physical abilities and developmental stages.
Promoted student safety and well-being by consistently enforcing school policies and maintaining structured, inclusive classroom management.
Adapted activities to meet the needs of an underserved student population, fostering both physical literacy and social-emotional growth.
Musician
GUITAR PLAYER
Windber, PA
03.2019 - Current
Perform with several local bands including Bo & Tucker (Moore & Moore), The Stone Bridge Blues Band, and solo acts
Volunteer performances for non-profit organizations and schools
Embed music in health and PE classes to promote student engagement
Resource Room Specialist
Central Cambria High School
Ebensburg, Pennsylvania
08.2023 - 05.2024
Manage Resource Room for students grades 6-12 that receive emotional support and/or face behavior /academic challenges
Facilitated communication between home and school by providing feedback about student progress
Develop positive behavioral management strategies as needed
Created a safe learning environment for all students
Case manager for students with IEPs, which includes progress monitoring, attending IEP meetings, and monitoring behavior plans
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Central Cambria School District
Ebensburg, PA
08.2022 - 06.2023
Teach Health and Physical Education K-5
Create lesson plans to promote engagement and inclusiveness for all students
Constructed ongoing formative assessment strategies to monitor developmental and academic progress (Ex: FitnessGram PACER Test)
Developed and conducted an assembly for the American Heart Association's "Kid's Heart Challenge" including raising nearly $12,000 for the cause
Created and presented self-care strategies for K-12 teachers during in-service (music and meditative practices)
Worked with faculty to embed other curriculum areas into instruction
Assisted students in developing motor and social skills while cultivating an interest in physical activity
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Ignite
Johnstown, PA
05.2021 - 06.2022
K-12 substitute teacher at Windber, Westmont, and Greater Johnstown School District
Student Teacher- Health and Physical Education
Richland & Westmont School Districts
Johnstown, PA
01.2022 - 05.2022
Taught K-12 Health and Physical Education: responsible for lesson plans, classroom management, and student growth and development
Worked with special needs students to provide adaptive physical education classes to meet their specialized needs
Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement
Health and Physical Education/Music Instructor
Greater Johnstown SD
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
06.2021 - 08.2021
Created lesson plans for music, physical education, and SEL classes
Taught lessons to K-5 students in the Solomon and Oakhurst housing communities
Built relationships with students through implementing lessons which included SEL, music, and movement
Trained in district PBIS initiatives and simulated in programming