John Kapnis

(978)-500-1910
jkapnis@springfieldcollege.edu
School Address: 263 Alden Street Permanent Address: 3 Brooks St.
Springfield, MA 01109 Box #1691 Salem, MA 01970
Objective
To obtain a physical education practicum in order to help develop students growth and make a positive difference
in the lives of youth through physical education and coaching.

Education
Springfield College, Springfield, MA
Bachelor of Science in Movement and Sport Studies May 2018
Licenses: Physical Education, PreK-8, 5-12
Passed all sections of MA Tests for Educator Licensure

Teaching Experience
Student Teacher, Glickman Elementary School, Springfield, MA Fall 2016
Taught students with disabilities in grades 1-4
Developed and implemented lessons on locomotor movements and manipulative skills
Differentiated instruction amongst students with different disabilities

Student Teacher, East Longmeadow High School, East Longmeadow, MA Spring 2016
Taught students in grade 9 in a suburban setting
Developed and implemented lessons on volleyball, floor hockey, water polo, and cooperative games

Student Teacher, Birchland Park Middle School, East Longmeadow, MA Spring 2016
Taught students in grades 6-7 in a suburban setting
Developed and implemented lessons on volleyball and fitness

Student Teacher, Elias Brooking Elementary School, Springfield, MA Fall 2015

Taught students in grades 1-4 in an urban setting
Developed and implemented lessons on gymnastics, rolling, and throwing
Facilitated lessons with a life skills class

Student Teacher, Mary M. Lynch Elementary, Springfield, MA Fall 2015

Taught students in grades 1-4 in a urban setting
Developed and implemented lessons on underhand striking, cooperative games, throwing and catching,
and dance lessons

Coaching Experience
Coach, Springfield Lacrosse Tournament, Springfield, MA Fall 2014-2017
Served as assistant coach for the Ipswich Boys Lacrosse High School team as well as other teams
Arranged logistics and served as a guide to coach and players while on campus
Provided feedback about how to improve team communication and team dynamics

Coach, Salem Parks and Recreation Lacrosse Clinic, Salem, MA Summer 2011-2013
Ran drills that helps developed athletes abilities with catching, throwing, cradling, and ground balls
Helped athletes develop and increase understanding of the game as well as comprehend game strategies
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Campus Involvement
Member, Springfield College Division III Mens Lacrosse, Springfield, MA Fall 2014-Present

Participant, Springfield College Scholars in Action Day, Springfield, MA April 2017

Participated in a campus-wide poster presentation competition about our research on the correlation of
reaction time with a visual stimulus and a auditory stimulus

Volunteer, Springfield College Humanics in Action Day, Volunteer, Springfield, MA Fall 2014-2017
Participated in a day of campus service with the goal of increasing college-community involvement

Member, Springfield College Intramural Flag Football, Springfield, MA Fall 2016

Participated with other students in a team setting for a flag football league

Skills/Certifications
CPR/First Aid/AED Spring 2017