Tara Jones
Health and Physical Education Teacher at RIPLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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200hr RYT Yoga Instructor
Yoga AllianceJan, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Nutrition Specialist
American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness)Jan, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Lifestyle and Weight Management Specialist
National Exercise and Sports Trainers AssociationJan, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Personal Trainer
American College of Sports MedicineNov, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Personal Trainer and Nutrition Counselor
American College of Sports MedicineJan, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Health and Physical Education Teacher K-12
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaJan, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
CPR/AED for Adults
American Red Cross
Experience
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RIPLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health and Physical Education Teacher
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2017 - Present
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Seneca Valley School District
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United States
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health and Physical Education Teacher-long term sub
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Feb 2015 - Present
Responsible for planning, preparing and aligning physical education lessons with desired student learning outcomes according to PA and National standards for over 300 students. Also responsible for assessing students, communicating with parents, school nurse and other professionals regarding student goals and educational needs. Provided a safe and respectful learning environment for students, implementing disciplinary tactics in conjunction with school policies. Responsible for planning, preparing and aligning physical education lessons with desired student learning outcomes according to PA and National standards for over 300 students. Also responsible for assessing students, communicating with parents, school nurse and other professionals regarding student goals and educational needs. Provided a safe and respectful learning environment for students, implementing disciplinary tactics in conjunction with school policies.
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Substitute Teacher
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2013 - Present
Teach students in any/all subject areas and any/all grade levels on a daily, as needed basis. Teach students in any/all subject areas and any/all grade levels on a daily, as needed basis.
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Virgin Islands Department of Education
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Virgin Islands, U.S.
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health and Physical Education Teacher
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Aug 2016 - 2017
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Franklin Area School District
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health and Physical Education Teacher
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
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Health and Physical Education Teacher/Track Coach
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Aug 2015 - Jul 2016
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Plus One Health Management Inc
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Exercise Specialist
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May 2014 - Feb 2015
Incentive programs, monthly utilization reports, monthly promotion reports, member enrollment, member education, personal training, new member orientation, group exercise, emergency drills, equipment cleaning and maintenance, community partnership Incentive programs, monthly utilization reports, monthly promotion reports, member enrollment, member education, personal training, new member orientation, group exercise, emergency drills, equipment cleaning and maintenance, community partnership
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Butler County Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Yoga and Pilates Course Instructor
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2013
Taught Physical Education classes in Yoga and Pilates; 6 credit hours per week; Developed unit plans and curriculum for both classes; Instructed in a progressive style for beginner to advanced levels, including modifications and extensions on all poses and exercises; Maintained grades and attendance for all students; Navigated teaching software and college grading system; Incorporated technology into lessons Taught Physical Education classes in Yoga and Pilates; 6 credit hours per week; Developed unit plans and curriculum for both classes; Instructed in a progressive style for beginner to advanced levels, including modifications and extensions on all poses and exercises; Maintained grades and attendance for all students; Navigated teaching software and college grading system; Incorporated technology into lessons
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Grove City YMCA
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Fitness/Wellness Director
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May 2007 - Jan 2012
Managed and Co-managed over 30 Fitness Staff members; established and maintained relationships with members; maintained, repaired or ordered repairs and purchase fitness equipment; developed monthly schedules for fitness center staff and group exercise instructors; substituted for group exercise classes as needed; oriented new members to fitness center etiquette and using exercise equipment; created budgets for the fitness center and group exercise departments; monitored and submitted payroll for employees, bi-weekly; interviewed and hired new staff and interns; carried out disciplinary action with staff as needed; lead staff meetings and training's; created fitness programs including elementary cross country, after-school fitness, weight loss programs and fitness challenges; lead group exercise classes including Hatha and Power Yoga, Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing, Indoor Cycling, Sculpt and Tone, SilverSneakers®, and more; directed races such as 5K running events and triathlons; developed charity events such as spin-a-thons and group exercise holiday food drives; created training programs based on personal needs and goals for clients ranging from 8-92 years; partnered with community businesses for sponsorship and other events to benefit the community; present exercise classes for televised community events to promote YMCA services; taught pre-school swimming lessons, bi-weekly. Show less
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Education
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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors of Science in Education, Health and Physical Education/Fitness -
Logan University
Master of Science (MS), Nutrition and Human Performance -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
BS Health and Physical Education, Health and Physical Education/Fitness