CHRISTOPHER COLON, CSCS
[email protected] Twitter: @ChrisColonPE1
3006 Cumberland Ct., Fort Collins, CO
(720) 468-3969
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN COLORADO Greeley, CO Post-Baccalaureate K-12 Physical Education Licensure
Anticipated Completion: Spring 2019
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY Fort Collins, CO Bachelor of Science: Health and Exercise Science
Graduated Fall 2016
TEACHING EXPERIENCE Secondary School Student Teaching (Windsor High School)
Spring 2019
Fort Collins, CO Taught eight weeks’ worth physical education and weight training lessons to all high school grades to enhance skill and fitness levels of the students Assessed students on an affective, cognitive, and psychomotor level during the unit using various forms of assessments
Fostered an environment that gave students the opportunities to struggle and build their growth mindset through physical and mental tasks Elementary Student Teaching (McGraw Elementary School) Spring 2019 Fort Collins, CO
Differentiated lessons to provide opportunities for growth in the whole child, while also building self-esteem and confidence through equitable activities Used Colorado State Standards to assess students in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains Rotated with other staff members for parking duty and running club
Secondary Practicum (Lesher IB Middle School)
Fall 2018
Fort Collins, CO Taught eight weeks of units and lessons for seventh grade students using the sport education model to enhance relationship building, fitness levels of the students, and teach about equity Used technology to assess students on an affective, cognitive, and psychomotor level during the units using various forms of assessments Geared lessons to IB standards by using the Spirit of the Game, to teach about the importance of having sportspersonship and integrity going forward in life
Elementary Practicum (Jackson Elementary School)
Spring 2017
Greeley, CO Taught and facilitated six lessons of a net sports unit with a team teacher to 12 fourth grade students to enhance skill and fitness levels of the students Assessed students on an affective, cognitive, and psychomotor level during the unit using various forms of assessments Used cooperative learning and play to help students build valuable connections with their peers
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Middle School Assistant Cross-Country Coach
Fall 2018
Lesher IB Middle School Fort Collins, CO Coached and assisted the athletes during practices and competitions to help enhance athlete performance Provided biomechanical and sport performance advice to the coaching staff and athletes Taught about the importance of character and integrity in athletics
Colorado State University Youth Sports Camps
Summer 2016 & 17 & 18
Fort Collins, CO Camp Coordinator
Designed the daily schedule for each different camp the entire summer Planned and coordinated games, sport related activities, and field trips for 125 campers Supervised 11 other counselors and provided them with the schedule and activities for the camp each week
Camp Counselor
Summer 2015
Encouraged healthy lifestyles for children and motivated children to be active Helped create positive experiences with exercise and taught effective communication and teamwork skills Assisted my supervisors in implementing their vision and plan for the camps
Colorado State University Football Strength and Conditioning
Fall 2016
Fort Collins, CO Intern
Coached and assisted the offensive linemen and tight ends during their workouts to enhance their strength Assisted the strength and conditioning staff for the CSU Football Team Motivated athletes during workouts as well as during practices
Rocky Mountain High School
Spring 2016
Fort Collins, CO Student Trainer
Assisted the strength and conditioning coach in the weight room to implement his program for the athletes Expressed personal stories to relate to the athletes and to show the importance of effort and character
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE/VOULUNTEER WORK City of Fort Collins
Spring and Fall 2015
Youth Flag Football Head Coach
Coordinated practices for the teams and created sport specific drills for practices Designed game plans to allow each player to have multiple chances to play multiple positions
Certifications/Licensure
National Strength and Conditioning Association- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist First Aid, CPR/AED USA Weightlifting- L1 Sports Performance Coach National Federation of State High School Associations- Concussion Certification National Federation of State High School Associations- Track and Field Coaching Certification CrossFit- L1 Trainer