Samuel Bennett Westra is a student at the University of Northern Colorado pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education. He has extensive experience working with students in K-12 physical education settings through various field experiences and student teaching. Westra also has relevant experience as an assistant baseball coach and working with children in after school programs. Upon graduation in Spring 2021, he will be eligible for Colorado Department of Education licensure.
Samuel Bennett Westra is a student at the University of Northern Colorado pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education. He has extensive experience working with students in K-12 physical education settings through various field experiences and student teaching. Westra also has relevant experience as an assistant baseball coach and working with children in after school programs. Upon graduation in Spring 2021, he will be eligible for Colorado Department of Education licensure.
Samuel Bennett Westra is a student at the University of Northern Colorado pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education. He has extensive experience working with students in K-12 physical education settings through various field experiences and student teaching. Westra also has relevant experience as an assistant baseball coach and working with children in after school programs. Upon graduation in Spring 2021, he will be eligible for Colorado Department of Education licensure.
Samuel Bennett Westra is a student at the University of Northern Colorado pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education. He has extensive experience working with students in K-12 physical education settings through various field experiences and student teaching. Westra also has relevant experience as an assistant baseball coach and working with children in after school programs. Upon graduation in Spring 2021, he will be eligible for Colorado Department of Education licensure.
Education___________________________________________________________________________ University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2021 Cumulative GPA: 3.54
Ken Caryl Middle School Littleton, CO Drake Middle School Arvada, CO Student Teaching 6th – 8th Grade, January 2021 - May 2021 ● Participated in a Full-Time teaching experience with Licensed Cooperating Teachers, resulting in learning to be a part of a school community and create a successful, welcoming, standards-based physical education program. Platte Valley High School Kersey, CO TH TH Field Experience 9 -12 Grade, October 2020 ● Implemented two standards-based week long units over a course of 25 practicum hours; assessments demonstrated student improvement mentally, physically and socially, by meeting daily objectives observed in class. Jackson Elementary School Greeley, CO rd Field Experience 3 Grade, January 2020 - May 2020 ● Independently designed the initial remote Unit Plan and created video activities for students to complete. Students followed the plan for Physical Education at home, which resulted in healthier living for students at home during the pandemic based on required video submitted by students. Platte Valley Middle School Kersey, CO TH TH Field Experience 6 -8 Grade, October 2019 ● Created lesson plans developmentally appropriate for students ages 6th-8th grade over 10 practicum hours, which resulted in motor skill development. Madison Elementary School/Centennial Elementary School Greeley, CO Field Experience 3rd – 5th Grade, August 2019 - May 2020 ● Assisted with data collection and implementation of a Response to Intervention Directed Study, which resulted in students improving their basic motor functions as measured by video analysis. . Rangeview Elementary School Severance, CO th Field Experience K-5 Grade, January 2019 - May 2019 ● Observed/Assisted with units over 25 observation hours, which resulted in greater experience and understanding of elementary physical education for myself as well as a very positive experience for students. . Relevant Experience ______________________________________________________________ Conifer High School Conifer, CO Assistant Baseball Coach, March 2021 – Present ● Assistant Coaching at the Junior Varsity level; this experience is resulting in positive player-coach interactions, which helps team morale, mental health and baseball skill development. Windmill Child Enrichment Center Windsor/Severance, CO Child Care Job K-5th After School Program, May 2018 – August 2019 ● Worked Full-Time in a Summer Camp and After School program with students from the ages of 4-12. With becoming an educator on my radar, I accepted this job and was ecstatic to solidify my passion of working with children while at Windmill. I knew at this point that teaching was for me. Ascension Lutheran Church Littleton, CO Volunteer Vacation Bible School Teacher/Leader, June 2012 – June 2017 ● Volunteered with multiple age groups. Though campers had specific assignments throughout the weeks of Vacation Bible School, this experience gave me the opportunity to prioritize building relationships with kids and recognize how important those relationships can be. Employment Experience______________________________________________________________ Starbucks Corporation Greeley, CO June 2016 – August 2017, May 2020 – December 2020 Englewood, CO ● Applicable Skills: Time Management, Teamwork, Customer Service (even in tough situations), Respecting Chain of Command, Punctuality Under Armour Outlet Loveland, CO July 2019 – August 2020 ● Applicable Skills: Organization, Communication, Collaboration, Patience, Stress-Management, Professionalism
Certifications________________________________________________________________________ Anticipated Colorado Department of Education Licensure, May 2021 CDE Comprehensive Health Education Certification, December 2020 Google Educator (Level 1), December 2020 Presidential Youth Fitness Program Certification, May 2020 American Red Cross - CPR, First Aid and AED Certificate, May 2018 Medical Administration, May 2018 Standard Precautions, Including Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases & Immunizations, May 2018
Memberships _______________________________________________________________________ UNCO PE Club, Fall 2019 – Present Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity Fall 2017 – Fall 2020 SHAPE Colorado, Fall 2019 – Present SHAPE America, Spring 2020 – Present
References__________________________________________________________________________ References available upon request.
