Anthony Petella
Carol Stream
Summary
Results-driven Physical Education Teacher with over 10 years of experience in lesson planning, physical fitness instruction, and classroom management. Successfully organized and coached multiple sports teams, promoting student engagement and physical well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
BSD 111
Burbank
08.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, fostering inclusivity and participation.
- Instructed students in physical fitness and health education.
- Organized and led extracurricular sports activities and events, promoting teamwork and physical fitness among participants.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning.
- Planned class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
- Provided coaching for 6th and 7th grade girls in Track and Field, focusing on skill development and teamwork.
Physical Education Teacher
CCSD 130
Blue Island
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Designed inclusive lesson plans that catered to diverse student needs, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Engaged parents through regular communication on student progress, enhancing support for academic growth.
- Incorporated technology into lessons, boosting student engagement and facilitating interactive learning experiences.
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Physical Education Teacher
Great Lakes Academy Charter School
Chicago
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Designed lesson plans to engage diverse student groups and promote active participation.
- Led instruction in physical fitness and health education, fostering students' understanding of wellness.
- Educated students on fitness, health, and well-being concepts, encouraging lifelong healthy habits.
- Maintained school equipment, ensuring gyms and fields were safe and functional for student use.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
Physical Education Teacher
Bremen School District 228 (Hillcrest High School)
Country Club Hills
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated and led extracurricular sports activities and events to enhance student engagement and physical fitness.
- Instructed students in physical fitness and health education.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and needs.
- Instructed students on fitness, health, and well-being concepts to promote lifelong healthy habits.
- Coached freshman and sophomore basketball teams, achieving conference championships each year.
Physical Education Teacher
SD 160 (Southwood Middle School)
Country Club Hills
08.2010 - 06.2016
- Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student groups, fostering inclusivity and participation.
- Instructed students in physical fitness and health education.
- Coordinated and facilitated extracurricular sports activities and events, enhancing student engagement and teamwork.
- Organized and coached teams (Boys' basketball and we finished 4th in state for the IESA program)
- Tracked student attendance and participation levels to monitor progress and inform lesson adjustments.
Physical Education Teacher
CCSD 62 (Iroquois Community School)
Des Plaines
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Instructed students in physical fitness and health education.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to the diverse needs of students, enhancing their physical fitness and health education.
- Coached and organized 6th to 8th grade boys' and girls' basketball teams, fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Collaborated with students needing extra support to create personalized assistance plans that addressed individual learning needs.
- Adhered to applicable fitness program standards and benchmarks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teacher Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12-2007
Associate of Arts - General Education Classes
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL06-2003
Skills
- Physical education curriculum
- Lesson planning
- Physical fitness instruction
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Skill assessment
- Skill development
- Team coaching
- Practice planning
- Game plays
- Physical fitness assessment
- Coaching techniques
- Extracurricular organization
- Team management
- Leadership ability
- Motivational leadership
- Student engagement techniques
Certification
CPR and AED Certified
CPI Certified
CPI Certified
Accomplishments
2024 Freshman Boys' Basketball CCL Champions (St. Laurence High School)
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
BSD 111
08.2023 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
CCSD 130
08.2018 - 06.2023
Physical Education Teacher
Great Lakes Academy Charter School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Physical Education Teacher
Bremen School District 228 (Hillcrest High School)
08.2016 - 06.2017
Physical Education Teacher
SD 160 (Southwood Middle School)
08.2010 - 06.2016
Physical Education Teacher
CCSD 62 (Iroquois Community School)
08.2008 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education Teacher Education
Illinois State University
Associate of Arts - General Education Classes
College of DuPage