Kaitlynn E. Williams
Professional Objective
To be given the opportunity to shape young minds into understanding the importance of physical education and lifelong fitness by utilizing the knowledge and skills gained through sport, education, and experience.
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that the purpose of a physical education class is to create physically literate individuals in multiple content areas while molding them into good and productive members of society with a high level of emotional intelligence.
Teaching Experience
Student Teaching at Glasgow Elementary School and Beekmantown Middle School
January- May 2024
Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans with adaptations
Manage student behavior and uphold district expectations
Provide appropriate feedback for motor skills as well as cognitive aspects
Use technology to record and self reflect on teaching effectiveness
Effectively communicate with students and colleagues
Permanent Building Substitute at Peru Middle School
2024-2025 School Year
Teaching assigned classes and following lesson plans
Managing student behavior and classroom expectations
Adapting to different classroom environments/ individual needs of students
Uphold district policies and procedures
Pursue disciplinary action when necessary
7th Grade Physical Education/Health Teacher at Dutch Fork Middle School
2025-2026 School Year
Assess and edit various technological platforms
Set up and manage Google Classroom
Follow district Health curriculum as well as PE timeline
Uphold district policies and procedures
Manage student behavior for cohesive learning environment
View and follow IEP/504 plans for indiviual students
Coaching Experience
Adirondack Coast Sports Flag Football (K-12) Winter 2024
AFL Girl’s Flag Football for Peru (3-6) Fall 2024
Head Coach for Varsity Flag Football at Peru Central School (9-12) Spring 2024
Assistant Coach for JV/Varsity Football at Chapin High School (9-12) Fall 2025
Design and implement practice and game plans
Teach offensive routes, defensive zones, as well as strategies and tactics
Ensure the emotional and physical safety and wellbeing of all athletes
Direct, encourage, and motivate athletes in preparation of competition
Support other coaching staff
Certifications
New York Professional Coaching and Teaching Certification March 2025
Concussion Certification September 2022
Belay Certification April 2023
Lifeguard Certification with American Red Cross CPR/AED Valid until June 2025
Education
Masters of Science in Education Anticipated August 2026
State University of New York at Brockport, Brockport, NY
Concentration: School Health Education (K-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education May 2024
State University of New York at Cortland, Cortland, NY
Concentration: Physical Education (K-12)
Associate of Science May 2021
Clinton Community College, Plattsburgh, NY
Concentration: Psychology
Regents High School Diploma June 2019
Peru Central School District, Peru, NY