Jamie K. Colby

1234 N. Central; Chicago IL 60060 {773} 555 1232
jkcolby@aol.com

Education:

B.S., 2002. Physical Education, DePaul University, Chicago, IL

Certifications:

Illinois Initial Certification in Physical Education, expected July 2002.
First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, 1997-present.

Teaching Experience:

Student Teacher, Lane Technical High School and Lincoln Elementary School, Spring 2002

* Instructed two Physical Education classes and one Health class.
* Directed Teachers of Experiential and Adventure Methodology lessons.
* Developed lesson plans that included physical activity and cognitive learning of physical fitness and sport skills.
* Constructed a four week gymnastics unit.
* Modified teaching strategies to meet the needs of mainstreamed students.
* Involved parents in Mini-Olympics.

Coaching and Recreational Experience:

Head Cross Country and Track Coach, St. Martin High School, Chicago, IL, 2000-present.

* Coached girls and boys teams.
* Arranged schedules, created competitive workouts, oversaw the physical, mental, and emotional well being of student-athletes.
* Founded the girls’ cross country team in 2000.

Basketball Assistant Coach, Latin School of Chicago, 1999.
* Coached Junior Varsity boys’ team to a winning record of 14-1.
* Utilized parents to supervise skill drills.
* Assisted Head Varsity Coach with statistics and strategy during games.

Program Leader, Earth Adventures, Emily Oaks Nature Center, Skokie, IL Summer, 1998.
* Provided fun and memorable outdoor adventures and nature-based camp experiences to children ages 6-11.
* Developed children’s sense of relationship to the natural world.
* Taught basic ecology.
* Taught practical skills for children to feel capable in the outdoors.

Skills and Interests

* Eager to coach track, basketball, or softball. Able to coach any sport. Interested in sponsoring fitness and wellness activities for faculty and staff.