Bachelor of Science in Education
Central Michigan University - Mount Pleasant, MI
Certification: 02–English (BA)/44-Physical Education (MB), 6-12
Additional Minor: Psychology
Athletic Director
Northport Public School-Northport, MI
Sept. 2011 - Present
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Administered elementary, middle school and high school athletic programming.
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Advised athletic staffing in decisions regarding school policy and educational objectives.
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Collaborated with various other districts in the scheduling of athletic contests.
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Monitored programs to ensure state and conference bylaws were being followed.
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Committed time to ensure every student had an opportunity to reach their athletic potential individually and through team participation.
PE Teacher/Elementary Technology/Michigan Virtual Learning Coordinator
Northport Public School - Northport, MI
Dec. 2010 - Present
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Designed and implemented progressive PE units aligned with state objectives.
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Measured student progress through both performance and media based assessments.
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Coordinated online learning experiences for district students and mentors.
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Guided students grades K-5 in the exploration of technology during weekly lessons.
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Developed relationships with community members and colleagues to help strengthen the support system available for students
Substitute Teacher
Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District - Traverse City, MI
Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2010
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Served as the teacher for students grades K-12 while their instructor was on leave.
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Specified behavioral expectations to maintain a respectful work environment.
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Utilized instructional skills to attend to the needs of previously unfamiliar students
Student Teacher
Elk Rapid High School-Elk Rapids, MI
Aug. - Dec. 2009
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Assumed the role of teacher in courses such as Creative Writing, English 11, Speech, and Weightlifting during an immersive sixteen-week field experience.
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Received superb evaluations from cooperating teacher and university officials.
Senior Project Coordinator
Northport Public School-Northport, MI
Feb 2011-Present
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Coordinated Senior Project Night, inviting community members to a showcase of all final student projects.
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Advised and provided feedback to students during the writing and presentation process.
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Corresponded with staff and parents in an effort to help students create and complete collegiate level projects.
Middle School Exploratory Coordinator
Northport Public School-Northport, MI
Aug. 2012 – Present
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Partnered with another teacher in the planning of dramatic productions,
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talent shows, physical activities.
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Organized all procedures and schedules for a district required Senior Project consisting of a research paper, hands-on product, and final presentation.
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Planned immersive field trips to provide learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
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Empowered students to take develop previously unfamiliar skills and character traits.
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Michigan Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association - Member
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National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association - Member
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National Council of Teachers of English - Member
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American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance - Member
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American Heart Association First Aid & CPR – Certified First Aid & CPR
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Greater Northwest Soccer Conference – President
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Cherryland Athletic Conference – Treasurer
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Michigan High School Athletic Association Coaches Advancement – CAP 2 Course
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Positive Behavior Invention Training – Certified Interventionist
JOSHUA R. VANDER MEULEN RESUME
VANDE2JR@GMAIL.COM
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Education
Master of Arts in Educational Technology
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI
Pending Certification: Educational Technology Endorsement (NP), 6-12.
Leadership Training Institute
National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association - Indianapolis, IN
Pending Certification: Certified Athletic Administrator
