Education
CUNY Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY August ****
Master of Science in Students with Disabilities, Middle Childhood Generalist 5-9
SUNY Cortland, Cortland, NY May 2010
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, K-12
Certifications
Students with Disabilities, All Grades, Professional
Physical Education K-12, Professional
Teaching Experience
Physical Education Teacher December 2012-September 2025
City Polytechnic High School, Dept. of Education NYC – Brooklyn, New York
Department Chair of Physical Education
Designed and implemented physical education curriculum and unit plans for grades 9-12
Consistently utilized technology for streamlined attendance, planning, grading and parent outreach
Adapted lessons in order to meet a variety of learners in different settings, while keeping participation at a high percentage (creating and modifying new games/activities, playing in non-traditional spaces, etc.)
Upheld standards of safety and student behavior in a gymnasium and weight room setting
Collaborated and co-taught on a daily basis with physical education department members
Established a substantial and ongoing rapport with students, parents, and faculty
Head Dean of Students January 2014 – February 2017
City Polytechnic High School, Dept. of Education NYC – Brooklyn, New York
Charged with managing student behavior and disciplinary outcomes
Conducted investigations, collected statements, entered and updated OORS reports, attended hearings
Maintained building safety by working morning scanning, clearing hallways, tending to classroom behavioral management difficulties, and communicating with parents regularly
Worked closely with staff and administration regarding school culture and student behavior
Facilitated student mediation and problem-solving
YABC Health Education Teacher January 2011 – June 2013
FDR High School, Dept. of Education NYC – Brooklyn, New York
Planned and taught high school health lessons for two sections of Young Adult Borough Centers classes
Physical Education Teacher September 2010 – December 2012
Academy for College Preparation & Career Exploration
Erasmus Hall Campus, Dept. of Education NYC – Brooklyn, New York
Worked as a full-time physical education teacher
Planned and implemented physical education lessons to a variety of classes, grades 6-12, including special education students
Utilized scaffolding and differentiated instruction to accommodate students with disabilities and their specific goals and needs
Coaching Experience
Varsity Handball Coach March 2016 – June 2016
George Westinghouse Campus, Dept. of Education – Brooklyn, New York
Organized weekly practices and travelled with a team of 10 high school girls to meets
Assistant Football Coach June 2008 – November 2010
Lafayette High School, Dept. of Education NYC– Brooklyn, New York
Assisted in coaching boys grades 9-12; specifically coached the defensive line and linebacker positions