RECREATION COORDINATOR ~ PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Responsive, innovative, and dedicated teaching professional with extensive exper
ience in special needs students as well as non disabled students, combined with
solid teaching and instructional background, and in-depth understanding of healt
h and physical education subject matter. Strong-minded individual, who is capabl
e of building long-lasting relationships with co-educators, administrators, and
parents of children with special needs. Possess excellent attitude and effective
motivation to develop a learning environment where students with exceptionaliti
es could fully participate. Offer positive interaction skills and creativity to
accommodate unique and diverse student needs. Known as an strategist in supervis
ing numerous learning styles for students in order to formulate an appropriate a
nd thorough delivery of curriculum. Proven dependability in evaluating large vol
umes of complex information, utilizing strong interpersonal skills and the abili
ty to interface with individuals at all levels.
CAREER OVERVIEW
Teaching and Learning Strategies
- Devised and implemented individualized service plan, specialized curricu
lum, and educational materials geared toward each studentâ⠬⠢s needs and abilities utiliz
differentiated school curriculum instruction
Class Administration
- Exemplified strong demeanor to determine the unique needs of students an
d to provide solution to existing issues with diplomacy and tact; maintained hig
h degree of integrity and commitment to conform with policies, regulations, and
codes of conduct governing all aspects of the profession
Individualized Instruction
- Applied comprehensive understanding in identifying distinctive learning
needs of students and in developing individualized teaching and ongoing assessme
nt tools
Team Collaboration
- Demonstrated sincerity in all professional and personal dealings, which
helped built and maintained long-term relations with students and parents to pro
vide total learning and satisfaction
- Cooperated with multidisciplinary team consisting of paraprofessionals,
fellow teachers, administrators, mentors, medical professionals, and school pers
onnel to enhance programs and develop technical competencies
Problem Solving / Research Skills
- Continually developed and customized classroom environment for the indiv
idual needs of students; researched and devised resources for students through t
he use of interest-driven teaching approaches that address special needs and oth
er unique, divergent learning and development needs
WORK CHRONOLOGY
Substitute Teacher, 1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey ~ Belleville, NJ 2009-201
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Adapted Physical Education Teacher, 1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey ~ Bellevill
e, NJ 1990-2009
Classroom Teacher, Washington Academy ~ South Orange, NJ 1986-1990
Recreation Director, Township of Springfield ~ Springfield, NJ 1986
Assistant Recreation Director, Township of Berkeley Heights ~ Berkeley Heights,
NJ 1981-1986
Health and Physical Education Teacher, Saint Michaelâ⠬⠢s School ~ Cranford, NJ 1980-
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Recreation Specialist, United States Air Force ~ Global Locations 1975-197
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Education ~ Major in Health and Physical Education, Minor
in Social Studies
Concord College - Athens, VA; May 1975
CERTIFICATIONS
Teacher of Health and Physical Education, State of New Jersey
Certificate of Eligibility-Teacher of Students with Disabilities, State of New J
ersey