Sean Mitchell
Interim Athletic Director | Health & Physical Education Teacher at The Sterling Hall School- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Sarah Nelles
Camp Oochigeas is a non-profit organization that facilitates year-round programs for children (0-18) affected by cancer. As the Director of Programs, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Sean both in a professional capacity through his work at The York School and his incredible 15 years of year-round volunteering at Camp Ooch. Sean is strategic planner who creates intentional programs that set participants up for success and growth. Of his many strengths community engagement, program development, leadership and risk management are stands-outs he has contributed to our organization. Furthermore Sean is a true people person who is able to connect, motivate and support people of all ages, experiences and abilities.
David Hanna
I have worked closely with Sean Mitchell for over a decade. In his role as the Director of Student Life, Sean has demonstrated a skill set that is both unique and essential for any organization. Not only is Sean a highly organized and meticulous coordinator, he is also a passionate advocate for student success and personal growth. Sean has the unique ability to be a prime mover in the cultural development of an organization. He understands human dynamics and has a distinctive ability to elicit the best effort and attitudes from those he works with. Sean is equally capable with both young people and adults. His emotional intelligence is superior. Sean’s contributions to The York School continue to last. He has established traditions and norms that define the institution. He has a highly professional work ethic and superior interpersonal skills that contribute to the successful realization of shared goals and strategic direction. Sean can easily see the big picture.
Sarah Nelles
Camp Oochigeas is a non-profit organization that facilitates year-round programs for children (0-18) affected by cancer. As the Director of Programs, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Sean both in a professional capacity through his work at The York School and his incredible 15 years of year-round volunteering at Camp Ooch. Sean is strategic planner who creates intentional programs that set participants up for success and growth. Of his many strengths community engagement, program development, leadership and risk management are stands-outs he has contributed to our organization. Furthermore Sean is a true people person who is able to connect, motivate and support people of all ages, experiences and abilities.
David Hanna
I have worked closely with Sean Mitchell for over a decade. In his role as the Director of Student Life, Sean has demonstrated a skill set that is both unique and essential for any organization. Not only is Sean a highly organized and meticulous coordinator, he is also a passionate advocate for student success and personal growth. Sean has the unique ability to be a prime mover in the cultural development of an organization. He understands human dynamics and has a distinctive ability to elicit the best effort and attitudes from those he works with. Sean is equally capable with both young people and adults. His emotional intelligence is superior. Sean’s contributions to The York School continue to last. He has established traditions and norms that define the institution. He has a highly professional work ethic and superior interpersonal skills that contribute to the successful realization of shared goals and strategic direction. Sean can easily see the big picture.
Sarah Nelles
Camp Oochigeas is a non-profit organization that facilitates year-round programs for children (0-18) affected by cancer. As the Director of Programs, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Sean both in a professional capacity through his work at The York School and his incredible 15 years of year-round volunteering at Camp Ooch. Sean is strategic planner who creates intentional programs that set participants up for success and growth. Of his many strengths community engagement, program development, leadership and risk management are stands-outs he has contributed to our organization. Furthermore Sean is a true people person who is able to connect, motivate and support people of all ages, experiences and abilities.
David Hanna
I have worked closely with Sean Mitchell for over a decade. In his role as the Director of Student Life, Sean has demonstrated a skill set that is both unique and essential for any organization. Not only is Sean a highly organized and meticulous coordinator, he is also a passionate advocate for student success and personal growth. Sean has the unique ability to be a prime mover in the cultural development of an organization. He understands human dynamics and has a distinctive ability to elicit the best effort and attitudes from those he works with. Sean is equally capable with both young people and adults. His emotional intelligence is superior. Sean’s contributions to The York School continue to last. He has established traditions and norms that define the institution. He has a highly professional work ethic and superior interpersonal skills that contribute to the successful realization of shared goals and strategic direction. Sean can easily see the big picture.
Sarah Nelles
Camp Oochigeas is a non-profit organization that facilitates year-round programs for children (0-18) affected by cancer. As the Director of Programs, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Sean both in a professional capacity through his work at The York School and his incredible 15 years of year-round volunteering at Camp Ooch. Sean is strategic planner who creates intentional programs that set participants up for success and growth. Of his many strengths community engagement, program development, leadership and risk management are stands-outs he has contributed to our organization. Furthermore Sean is a true people person who is able to connect, motivate and support people of all ages, experiences and abilities.
David Hanna
I have worked closely with Sean Mitchell for over a decade. In his role as the Director of Student Life, Sean has demonstrated a skill set that is both unique and essential for any organization. Not only is Sean a highly organized and meticulous coordinator, he is also a passionate advocate for student success and personal growth. Sean has the unique ability to be a prime mover in the cultural development of an organization. He understands human dynamics and has a distinctive ability to elicit the best effort and attitudes from those he works with. Sean is equally capable with both young people and adults. His emotional intelligence is superior. Sean’s contributions to The York School continue to last. He has established traditions and norms that define the institution. He has a highly professional work ethic and superior interpersonal skills that contribute to the successful realization of shared goals and strategic direction. Sean can easily see the big picture.
Experience
-
The Sterling Hall School
-
Canada
-
Primary and Secondary Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Interim Athletic Director | Health & Physical Education Teacher
-
Aug 2019 - Present
-
-
-
WE
-
United States
-
Business Consulting and Services
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Director, Educational Partnerships & Global Program Innovation
-
Aug 2017 - May 2019
WE makes doing good, doable. WE is a movement that believes when we come together we can create an even better world. Designed and executed student leadership programs for youth to build their confidence, creativity, compassion, critical thinking and interpersonal skills Created, built and nurtured strong partnerships with Independent Schools and related organizations to foster a strong sense of community through service-learningPlanned, marketed, recruited, and facilitated Professional Learning opportunities internationally and locally Supported innovative virtual programming designed for youth to engage in service-learning in their communities
-
-
-
The York School
-
Canada
-
Primary and Secondary Education
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Director, Student Life-Senior School
-
Aug 2007 - Jun 2016
Directed all non-athletic co-curriculars, including but not limited to: assemblies, house system, social events, student leadership and Duke of Edinburgh Award.Mentored and facilitated rich learning opportunities to allow students to grow in various communities, teams, and as individuals. Provided reflection and processing techniques to help transfer student learning.Designed, guided and implemented the school’s Student Life portion of the strategic plan. Established and maintained over twenty partnerships with community stakeholders. Produced clear, concise and timely communication materials to students, parents and colleagues. Managed weekly community gatherings to celebrate common values of the community, promote global citizenship, recognize student achievement, support the International Baccalaureate learner profile and provide inspiration for action.Established meaningful service learning opportunities for students, while simultaneously providing direct student mentorship to facilitate integration into students’ everyday lives.
-
-
Teacher Physical Education
-
Sep 1999 - Jun 2016
Planned, facilitated, and assessed an inclusive physical education curriculum for Grade 1-9 students. Guided students in developing the habits and skills necessary to lead well-balanced, healthy-active lifestyles. Coached 19 seasons in basketball, softball, badminton & soccer.Led students to identify and develop their core values and strengths in order to make informed career choices. Additionally, guided students in goal setting through facilitated exploration of personal learning styles and personality types
-
-
Director of External Programs
-
Aug 2005 - Jul 2007
Oversaw the implementation of all aspects of a dynamic outdoor education program, including: risk management, site management, staffing, program and curriculum development and student preparation. Subsequently worked with faculty to ensure transfer of student learning and celebrating student success. Simultaneously planned and coordinated over 250 students on 20 unique one-week trips across the country. Mentored staff to build capacity in linking experiential learning with curriculum. Led student placements, pre/post trip meetings, parent evenings, budgets, research, and marketing.Coordinated reciprocal national and international exchanges for students in Grades 8-10. Directed crisis management systems, liaised with schools and families, prepared communication materials, hosted incoming students, helped process student learning, promoted an inclusive environment for exchange students.
-
-
-
Kilcoo Camp
-
Recreational Facilities
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Director-Leadership Development, Waterfront Director, Canoe Tripper, Swim Instructor, Counselor
-
Jun 1990 - Jul 1999
-
-
-
Lakefield College School
-
Canada
-
Higher Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Residential Don
-
Sep 1994 - Jun 1996
-
-
Education
-
1998 - 1999
University of Toronto - Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Health and Physical Education -
1990 - 1994
Western University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Kinesiology
Community
