RESUME
Professional ​
Objective
To educate in a public school within the physical education classroom, to instill the importance of developing, maintaining and enjoying a lifestyle with physical activity. To design a program that meets the needs of all my students. To promote wellness through mind, body, and spirit, therefore, to inspire my students to lead healthy, happy, and physically active and literate lives.
Education
Central Connecticut State University, New Britain,CT January 2018-present
Masters in Teacher Leadership
Current GPA 3.8
Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT September 2001-December 2005 Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
Cross Endorsement in Health Education
GPA: 3.36; Dean's List
Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT September 2000-May 2001 Bachelor of Science in Physical Education & Athletic Training
Area of Study: Physical Education and Athletic Training
GPA 2.7
Skills
Timely
Dedicated
Strong Leader
Collaborative Spirit
Integrates mindfulness into daily teaching
Strong use of multimedia & technology
Languages
English
Polite Spanish
Certification
Professional Experience
New Haven Public Schools
John C. Daniels International School of Communication
New Haven, CT
August 2014-present
Physical Education and Health Teacher
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Regional School District 14,
Mitchell Elementary School
Woodbury, CT
2013- 2014
.3 Physical Education Teacher
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West Hartford Board of Education
William H. Hall High School
West Hartford, CT
2006-2007
Physical Education Teacher
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State of Connecticut:
044 Physical Education PK-12
044 Health Education PK-12
Expire: July 2024
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TEAM Cooperating Teacher
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Co-Facilitator on School Wellness Team
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Consistent use of multimedia
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Strong leadership skills
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Active member of CTAPHERD and AAPHERD
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Dedicated professional
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Understands the importance of collaboration
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Passionate about creating home to school connections for all students
Blaszczyk-O'Shea, D. 2018. Mindfulness in the age of distraction. Central Connecticut State University.
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This research is being submitted for publishing to CTJunkie.com. I look forward to pursing mindfulness practices in my classroom and in my personal life.