Physical Education & Health Educator at St. Rose School / Madeleine School, Archdiocese of Portland (2014-01 – Present)
- Designed and implemented comprehensive, National Physical Education & Health Standards-aligned curriculum for 250 students (PreK–8th grade) emphasizing health, fitness, social-emotional learning, and character development
- Differentiated instructional techniques to varied physical abilities, ensuring 100% student engagement in daily, high energy, fun activities that focused on high success for all
- Integrated innovative programming including yoga, fun fitness challenges, gymnastic, dance, zip line activities, golf, pilates, pickleball, flag rugby, lacrosse (I love trying new units!)
- Plan, prepare, and deliver daily instructional activities that promote fitness, wellness, including yoga, pilates, and strength training, that are fun and engaging challenges
- Fostered student health advocacy and personal wellness decision-making
- Created equitable, positive learning environments supporting diverse cultural identities
- Coordinated signature events: interactive movement-based health lessons, cooperative field days, lunch tournaments, teacher vs student friendly competition, & teacher team bonding activities
- Developed monthly video newsletters to strengthen family communication & engagement
- Actively participated in professional learning communities to advance best practices & support colleagues, including creating a PE & Health Facebook Group with 22.3 K
Program Coordinator, Director, Inclusion Specialist, & Teacher at Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District (THPRD) & Mittleman Jewish Community Center (MJCC) (2000-01 – 2012-12)
- Taught a variety of sports & fitness classes for youth, teens, & adults
- Developed and managed New Sports Camp Series serving 2,000+ youth & teens annually across three facilities
- Enhanced 84 camps and 48 recreation classes serving 300+ students (ages 3–17)
- Specialized in inclusion programming for children & teens with developmental and emotional disabilities; achieved 100% success rate in retaining at-risk participants
- Directed 50 adult indoor soccer teams; managed referees, staff, and facilities
- Created marketing materials, promotional campaigns, and web content
- Provided leadership in personnel selection, training & development, and operations management of young adult coaches
Physical Education Educator & Varsity Volleyball Coach at Catlin Gabel High School, Beaverton School District, Conestoga Middle School (2008-01 – 2012-12)
- Transformed high school volleyball program from winless to top-performing team in league through strategic goal-setting, team-building, and leadership development
- Delivered engaging, safe curriculum to 350+ students with emphasis on sports skills, strategy, teamwork, and sportspersonship
- Coordinated Field Day engaging 120 parent volunteers across 50 homerooms and 50 stations, incorporating cooperative learning, fitness, and problem-solving activities
- Communicated regularly with student, families, & colleagues regarding student progress
Physical Education & Health Teacher & Athletic Director & Department Chair, Coach at El Segundo Middle School, El Segundo Unified School District (2000-01 – 2008-12)
- Created and implemented district-wide Physical Education and Health curriculum exceeding state standards; curriculum remains in use today
- Supervised athletic department operations including coach management, officiating, budgeting, and coaching five sports across three seasons
- Creating positive learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds
- Secured $14,000 grant from School Improvement Committee; designed and built Fitness Lab featuring rock climbing wall and cardiovascular equipment
- Evaluated and mentored PE teachers to integrate standards creatively with team-building and leadership components
- Recognition: Nominated for Golden Wings Teacher of the Year Award; honored with yearbook dedication by students
Chief Executive of Operations & Director of Coaching at Soccer Shots – The Children's Soccer Experience (2011-01 – 2013-12)
Led high-growth youth sports company serving 9,000 players annually across 200+ locations in greater Portland Metro Area. Managed comprehensive business operations: 4 directors, 11 full-time staff, 30+ coaches, 300+ weekly classes.
- Successful leader executing a comprehensive youth sports business from the program inception to management, leadership team development 4 directors, 11 full time, 30 coaches
- administration, marketing, community relationships assessment & evaluating, budget serving 9,000 players annually, 4 seasons, 7 days a week, 300 plus classes per week, in 200 plus locations in the greater Portland Metro Area; creating a positive soccer experience for children, families, communities, and schools
- Earned National Franchise of Distinction Award 2014 for: Excellent Staff and Programming - Exceptional Customer Service and Communication; Best Overall Business Practices; and Healthy and Sustainable Business Growth - recognized as leader in industry, first recipient of the award chosen from 150 Soccer Shots Franchises nationally, exhibited 100 program / business development criteria
- Consistently exceeded Industry Average year after year - Yearly High Net Promoter Scores (NPS) - NPS measures "promoters" (parents who would recommend the program to other parents) which correlates to profitable growth
- Education & Curriculum Committee for National Franchise educational representative which developed five age appropriate curriculums (Minis, Classic, Premier, Camp) that are used in 150 franchises nationally
- Single handily responsible for overall sales for newly purchased franchises. Created new partnerships with park and school districts as well as over 100 private schools to maximize growth, created recruitment and retention programs, seasonal training programs, performance development and assessment processes, and follow-up systems
- Developed territory into the fastest growing franchise exceeding $602,644.68 in 4 years, meeting and exceeding enrollment and revenue goals
- Number 2 franchise in revenue in the country after two short years, competing with franchises that have been in business for 12 years plus years. Year after year growth 63% above other franchises, 200% new accounts, 500 to 9,000 students annually, 45% repeat customers seasonally
Creator & Supervisor, After-School Activities Program at Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Department & Lake Oswego Asset Builders Coalition (2006-01 – 2009-12)
- Designed comprehensive after-school program providing leadership, academic, recreational, and mentoring activities for middle school students
- Managed Drug Free Communities grant; collaborated with multiple agencies on curriculum, programming, and audit reporting
- Hired, trained, and supervised teachers, site directors, and high school volunteers across multiple school locations
- Developed programming addressing social-emotional needs: drug and alcohol prevention, depression/loss support, anger management, and life skills
Activities & Fitness Director at Hotel Del Coronado Resorts (1999-01 – 2005-12)
6 years
- Program coordinator, supervisor, and administrator of 25 recreational and wellness programs
- Dynamic, innovative programs such as fitness classes (yoga, pilates, aerobics, aqua aerobics), swimming, children's day camps, historical tours, sailing instruction, and corporate events
Program Coordinator / Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor at The Club at MGM Plaza
- Coordinator and taught adult recreational and wellness programs such as tennis, rock climbing, hiking, volleyball, aqua aerobics, fitness classes (yoga, pilates, aerobics), fitness assessment, personal trainer, and developed special events with health and fitness in mind such as health fairs & fitness challenges
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other staff members, program participants, and the general public
Camp Director at Beverly Hills Sports & Creative Arts Camp
2 years
- Created two musical productions, developing of an original script, selecting music, creating choreography, finding props, and designing costumes and programs with children of various ages
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated staff and coordinated off-site field trips
