Mechelle L. Hamblin
Louisville
Summary
Professional educator with a strong foundation in physical education, emphasizing teamwork and student development. Skilled in designing engaging and effective fitness programs for young students. Known for flexibility, adaptability, and fostering a collaborative environment.
Teach reading intervention groups using the UFLI curriculum.
Ready to expand my skill set and continue leadership at another level.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
- Physical Education teacher for grades K-5. Designing and implementing dynamic Physical Education lessons.
- Integrated the Compassionate Schools Program curriculum into my classes.
- Served on our SCM (safe crisis management) team, and PBIS committee.
- Serve as a special area team leader.
- Serve on our school instructional leadership team.
- Collaboration with two of our Doss High School teachers. One collaboration has included Doss High School students teaching our elementary students facts about wellness and nutrition. The other collaboration includes a group of high school students who help to design a few of the station activities for our Field Day event. As well as, serving in various other areas of our field day event.
- I plan and organize our school-wide Field Day, JRFH, and Speed Stack fundraising events.
- Served on our teacher transfer hiring committee.
- Collaborated with Safe Schools bike safety program for two years.
- Coordinated for special events and guest speakers/presenters.
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
- Physical Education teacher for grades K-5. Designing and implementing dynamic Physical Education lessons.
- Integrated the Compassionate Schools Program curriculum into my classes.
- Served on our SCM (safe crisis management) team, and PBIS committee.
- Serve as a special area team leader.
- Serve on our school instructional leadership team.
- Collaboration with two of our Doss High School teachers. One collaboration has included Doss High School students teaching our elementary students facts about wellness and nutrition. The other collaboration includes a group of high school students who help to design a few of the station activities for our Field Day event. As well as, serving in various other areas of our field day event.
- I plan and organize our school-wide Field Day, JRFH, and Speed Stack fundraising events.
- Served on our teacher transfer hiring committee.
- Collaborated with Safe Schools bike safety program for two years.
- Coordinated for special events and guest speakers/presenters.
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
- Physical Education teacher for grades K-5. Designing and implementing dynamic Physical Education lessons.
- Integrated the Compassionate Schools Program curriculum into my classes.
- Served on our SCM (safe crisis management) team, and PBIS committee.
- Serve as a special area team leader.
- Serve on our school instructional leadership team.
- Collaboration with two of our Doss High School teachers. One collaboration has included Doss High School students teaching our elementary students facts about wellness and nutrition. The other collaboration includes a group of high school students who help to design a few of the station activities for our Field Day event. As well as, serving in various other areas of our field day event.
- I plan and organize our school-wide Field Day, JRFH, and Speed Stack fundraising events.
- Served on our teacher transfer hiring committee.
- Collaborated with Safe Schools bike safety program for two years.
- Coordinated for special events and guest speakers/presenters.
Physical Education teacher
Shearer Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Design and implement Physical Education lessons for grades K-5, including interactive technology (digital pedometers, FITNESSGRAM software, video creation, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Served 3 years on our SBDM (school-based decision making) council.
- Served on the principal hiring committee.
- Established and coached our elementary jump rope team for 6 years with community performances including; local parades, the University of Kentucky women’s basketball games, etc.
- Coordinated the Kidz Bite Back program for 4th and 5th graders, organized our Walk to School Day, Jump Rope for Heart, and various other fundraisers and physical activity events, including our school-wide field day.
- Served as a SCM (Safe Crisis Management) team member.
- I coordinated several school-wide assemblies. Some of which included; Chinese Acrobats, FOODPLAY, EKU dance theatre, Science Rocks, Earthman, and Laser Science.
- Served two years as a teacher leader for our related arts team.
- Created and led a “Fit Kids” functional fitness after-school program.
- Received district recognition for creating and implementing what I called, “Pack the Bus” project for tornado victims in West Liberty.
- Received an “Above and Beyond” district award from our superintendent.
Education
Ed.S. Education Specialist - Principal
University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY01-2024
M.S. - Physical Education; Exercise Science
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01-2003
B.A. - Physical Education and Health, P-12 Teaching Certification in Physical Education and Health
Berea College
Berea, KY01-2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Health and wellness education
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Team Building
Certification
University of the Cumberlands, Ed.S-Principal
Timeline
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
Physical Education teacher
Trunnell Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
Physical Education teacher
Shearer Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2016
M.S. - Physical Education; Exercise Science
Eastern Kentucky University
B.A. - Physical Education and Health, P-12 Teaching Certification in Physical Education and Health
Berea College
Ed.S. Education Specialist - Principal
University of the Cumberlands