Accomplished educator and Xxxxxx native who has recently returned from instructing out of state seeking a challenging role as a Physical Education (PE) Teacher and Coach.

  Passionate PE Teacher and Coach with experience teaching students from elementary to high school.

  Helped coach a state champion varsity basketball team in 2016-17, and led team to six straight post-seasons.

  Educated and mentored boys and girls student-athletes in football, baseball and softball.

  Impeccable ethics and judgment to serve as a role model to adolescents.

  Proficient with TESA; Divergent Learning; Cooperative Learning; PowerSchool; Peer Mentoring; Baby Think It Over; PowerPoint; Edmodo; USA Test Prep; Agile Math; and TI-NSPIRE.  

Certification to teach PE K-12, State of Xxxxxx; in progress

Bachelor of Science (BS) Physical Education, K-12, with a minor in Coaching; earned 1988

University of Xxxxxx, Minneapolis

  Played on the JV Basketball Team.

1981 Graduate, Richfield High School Richfield, XXXXXX

  Earned the Spartan Spirit Award and played on an undefeated basketball team (16-0 in Lake Conference).  

Richland County (South Carolina) School District 2011-2017

Mathematics Teacher & Basketball Coach (Assistant Varsity/Head JV), Lower Richland High School

  Helped coach the state champion varsity basketball team in 2016-17, and led team to six straight post-seasons.

  Served as Assistant Coach Softball (2015-2017) and Baseball (2013-2014); B-Team Baseball Coach (2012-2013).

Sumter (South Carolina) School District 2006-2011

PE Teacher & Head JV Football, Basketball and Baseball Coach, Lakewood High School (2010-2011)

  Also served as Assistant Football Coach for the varsity team (wide receivers, running backs and quarterbacks).

PE Teacher, Pocalla Springs Elementary School, PK-5 (2008-2010)

Mathematics Teacher, Lakewood High School (2007-2008)

PE Teacher & Assistant Football Coach, Furman Middle School, 6-8 (2006-2007)

  Helped led the football team to its first conference championship while mentoring the offensive line.

Alexander County (North Carolina) Schools 2005-2006

PE Teacher & Assistant Football/Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach, Alexander Central High School

Harnett County (North Carolina) Schools 2002-2005

PE Teacher & Assistant Football/Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach, Overhills High School (2004-2005)

PE Teacher & Assistant Football/Head JV Boys Basketball, Western Harnett High School (2002-2004)

Public Schools of Robeson County (North Carolina) 1988-2002

PE Teacher, Fairgrove Middle School, 4-8 (1988-2002)

  Re-launched the athletic program, serving as Athletic Director and coach of football, basketball and baseball.

  Earned Who s Who Among American Teachers recognition in 1998.

PE Teacher, Green Grove Elementary School, K-3 (1988-1996)

Member, National Association of Basketball Coaches; North Carolina Coaches Association; South Carolina Athletics Coaches Association; and Shape America

AAU Head Boys Basketball Coach, 16-under Robeson (North Carolina) Lakers

AAU Head Boys Basketball Coach, 10-under Lumberton (North Carolina) Lakers

YBOA Head Girls Basketball Coach, 14-under Carolina Force

Counselor, Jack Armstrong Niagara University Basketball Camp

Dear Hiring Manager:

I have recently relocated back to Xxxxxx, so with this letter, I wish to express my strong interest in joining your school district as a (INSERT JOB TITLE HERE).

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am an accomplished educator and Xxxxxx native who has recently returned from instructing out of state. I am a passionate PE Teacher and Coach with experience teaching students from elementary to high school. Among my unique skills, qualifications and achievements:

  Helped coach a state champion varsity basketball team in 2016-17, and led team to six straight post-seasons.

  Educated and mentored boys and girls student-athletes in football, baseball and softball.

  Impeccable ethics and judgment to serve as a role model to adolescents.

  Proficient with TESA; Divergent Learning; Cooperative Learning; PowerSchool; Peer Mentoring; Baby Think It Over; PowerPoint; Edmodo; USA Test Prep; Agile Math; and TI-NSPIRE.  

I grew up in Xxxxxx, graduating in 1981 from Richfield High School. As a basketball player, I earned the Spartan Spirit Award and played on the school s first undefeated team (16-0 in the Lake Conference). Later, I played JV Basketball at the University of Xxxxxx, Minneapolis, where I also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physical Education, K-12, with a minor in Coaching, in 1988.

Upon graduation, I relocated to Carolinas to begin my teaching career where I remained until this spring. I am excited to be back in my home state of Xxxxxx. To this end, my certification to teach PE K-12 is in progress and should be achieved soon.

As your educator, you will find me committed to improving student achievement and creating the future leaders of tomorrow. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your district, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Owen Giese

xxx-xxx-xxxx

Dear (Person You Interviewed With):

I am writing to personally thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (TITLE OF EACH JOB OPPORTUNITY) position currently available at your school district. Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident I can exceed your performance expectations immediately.

As discussed, I am an accomplished educator and Xxxxxx native who has recently returned from instructing out of state. As a passionate PE Teacher and Coach, I have experience teaching students from elementary to high school. I ve educated and mentored boys and girls student-athletes in football, basketball, baseball and softball. I love teaching and also possess impeccable ethics and judgment to serve as a role model to adolescents.

Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the interview. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

Owen Giese

xxx-xxx-xxxx