Junichi Ash
Worcester
Summary
Experienced with creating effective and engaging physical fitness programs tailored to student needs. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to promote physical health and teamwork among students. Track record of fostering positive and inclusive environment that supports students' overall well-being and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Hawthorne Brook Middle School
Townsend, MA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging physical education curriculum for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated team-building activities to enhance student cooperation and social skills.
- Assessed student performance through fitness evaluations and skill assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate health education into physical activities.
Physical Education Instructor
Westfield State University
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with home school students from the ages of 4-16. Was in charge of creating lesson plans and teaching students locomotor skills, manipulative skills, and non-manipulative skills. Created lessons that were aligned with NASPE Shape frameworks and Massachusetts Framework for Physical Education.
Teaching Assistant
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Was the Teaching Assistant for Neuromechanics and Applied Kinesiology Concepts. Assisted the professors in lectures and grading assignments. Taught and assisted students in applying different concepts of Kinesiology in various professions. These concepts included: taking vital signs, creating workout plans, measuring body composition, and performing fitness tests. I held office hours to assist students. Graded and provided feedback for students’ assignments.
Education
Master of Education in Curriculum And Teaching - Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Amherst, MA02-2022
Physical Education Initial Licensure - undefined
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05-2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Enforcing rules and expectations
- Student behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts - Amherst.
- Received the 2023 MAHPERD OFP Award.
- Received the 2023 Tilia F. Fantasia Professional Award.
- Received the 2023 Westfield State University Academic Excellence Award.
Certification
- MTEL Communication and Literacy: Reading and Writing | April 2022
- MTEL Physical Education | June 2022
- MTEL Health/Family and Consumer Sciences | February 2023
- Provisional Physical Education (5-12) License | April 2023
- First-aid & CPR Certification | March 2023
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Hawthorne Brook Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Physical Education Instructor
Westfield State University
09.2022 - 12.2022
Teaching Assistant
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
02.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Physical Education Initial Licensure - undefined
Westfield State University
Master of Education in Curriculum And Teaching - Education
Fitchburg State University