ADAM MOHNING

16163 Davenport St.

Omaha, NE 68118
armohning@gmail.com
(703) 282-6236

CAREER OBJECTIVE
To teach Physical Education to all grades of students with the goal of helping each child
develop the skills necessary to remain physically active for a lifetime.

EDUCATION
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, California (May 2015-Present)
Master of Arts: Kinesiology
Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa (May 2002)
Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science
Certified Pre K-12 Health and Physical Education
Overall GPA 3.44
Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa (May 2000)
Bachelor of Arts: Sports Administration with Wellness Emphasis
Minor: Business Management
Overall GPA 3.20

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Physical Education Teacher, Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School,
Omaha, Nebraska, 2013- Present

Teach physical education to all students in grades K-5 using Millard Public School Curriculum
Implement International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program into all classes. Modified program
to successfully teach all physical education classes from concept based approach.
Developed a fitness program to improve individual physical fitness scores to include a warm-up
and practice routine focusing on individual areas of need. Fitness scores have improved during
first year of the program.
Worked with school administration and other specialists to increase instructional time for physical
education class from 50 minutes a week to 70 minutes a week.
Presented several lessons and district level and have recently been chosen to assist with
curriculum revision process.
Lead daily Walking Club for approximately 90-120 students each morning. Over 180 students
participate on a regular basis.
Serve as Olympic Day coordinator. This is an all school event containing 20 stations aligned with
20 separate countries. Oversee a committee of four and over 100 volunteers. Responsible for
designing activities for each country, securing supplies, coordinating help, preparing students for
the opening and closing ceremonies, and communicate all responsibilities to school staff.

Physical Education Teacher, Wolftrap Elementary School, Vienna,

Virginia, 2007- 2013

Instructed students in grades K-6 using new Fairfax County Physical Education Program of Studies
Differentiated instruction within full inclusion setting and adapted lessons to meet the needs of all
learners to include Advanced Academics and special needs students
Developed full year, unit, and daily lesson plans containing motor learning, cognitive, and affective
objectives for grades K-6
Introduced fitness based warm-up to ensure daily practice of all Virginia Wellness related fitness
components. Fitness scores improved each year under the current program.
Implemented use of the Presidents Challenge fitness program which includes the National and
Presidential fitness awards. Helped over 400 students earn National and Presidential Awards over a
five-year period.
Administered assessments of student learning to include skill rubrics, written examinations, visual
assessments, running records and video analysis
Organized cooperative games and activities for first ever 3rd Grade Challenge Quest to improve
cooperative skills among student from general and advanced academic classrooms
Taught after school classes on team sports, Sports Performance, Kinect to Fitness, and Sport and
Game Creation
Organized Help the Homeless Walkathon for three years and raised over $40,000 for the Northern
Virginia Family Service
Expanded school dance performance to include kindergarten through third grade
Worked with administration to increase physical education instruction time for kindergarten students
from 30 minutes per 10 days to 90 minutes per 10 days
Served on School Improvement Plan committee with an emphasis on character education
Performed pilot for Microsoft Corporation using Xbox 360 Kinect in physical education classroom
and provided feedback regarding implementation into learning environment and learning outcomes

Physical Education Teacher, Timber Lane Elementary School, Falls

Church, Virginia, 2002- 2007

Developed full year, unit, and daily lesson plans containing motor learning, cognitive, and affective
objectives for grades K-6
Co-taught to grades K-6 using a variety of team teaching methods
Differentiated instruction within full inclusion setting and adapted lessons to meet the needs of all
learners including ESOL students from over 30 different countries
Introduced fitness based warm-up to ensure daily practice of all Virginia Wellness related fitness
components
Developed and implemented plan that has improved Timber Lanes student fitness scores for four
straight years
Administered assessments of student learning to include skill rubrics, written examinations, visual
assessments, running records, and journal writing
Designed and taught SOL review lessons using physical education skills to assist with core
curriculum objectives
Organized multicultural games and activities for annual International Night
Integrated technology into physical education classes through the use of 50 Polar heart rate monitors
and implemented them in 60% of daily lessons for grades 4-6

Planned activities, organized community helpers, and developed themes for Timber Lane Field Days
Served as specialist team leader on the Principals Instructional Leadership Team
Served as PTA faculty representative for four years working as a liaison between school staff and
PTA board members

Nominated for First Year Teacher of the Year Award

2002-2003

Nominated by school administration for Fairfax County Public Schools First Year Teacher of the
Year Award. Fairfax County Public Schools is the 12th largest school district in the country.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Fitness Instructor for Custom Fitness Concepts, LLC

2002 Present
Leads group exercise classes at corporate and community sites
Provides individual exercise assessments to clients via personal fitness training services
Mentors new instructors on exercise techniques, group management, and exercise prescription

Wellness Coordinator for Wolftrap Elementary School

2007 Present
Coordinates wellness activities to include health and fitness promotions, exercise instruction, and
seasonal flu shots
Helped Wolftrap achieve the Golden Wellness Award in 2010, 2011, and 2012. The Golden
Wellness Award is the highest-level achievement award for outstanding wellness in a school
setting.

Safety Patrol Coordinator for Wolftrap Elementary School

2007-Present
Coordinates Safety Patrol team of 40 -50 fifth and sixth grade students responsible for bus and
walker safety
Conducts Safety Patrol training course for patrols teaching them proper bus evacuations and safety
protocols.
Schedules and administers monthly patrol and grade level safety meetings with school safety
officer
Responds to patrol reports and works with bus drivers to prevent accidents and address safety
concerns

Fairfax County Climbing Wall Instructor

2006 2009
Hosted Climbing Wall Safety Workshop 3-4 times per year for FCPS teachers
Familiarized teachers with proper safety procedures and protocols
Modeled and provided instructional methods to ensure safety and proper use of climbing walls

Tiger Clubs After-School Program Coordinator

2005 2007
Originated after school clubs at Timber Lane Elementary
Prepared and managed budget, scheduled classes, recruited teachers, organized payroll procedures,
and coordinated bus transportation to increase student participation
Expanded program to include 8 classes, 105 participants, and 9 instructors
Received Distinguished Service Award from the Safe Community Coalition for providing positive
afterschool activities for at-risk youth

Presenter

Fairfax County Physical Education Teachers In-service (January 2005)

Core Curriculum Integration Techniques for Physical Education
Fairfax County Physical Education In-service (November 2004)

Multicultural Games and Activities

Fairfax County Physical Education Assistant Principals Conference (May 2003 & 2004)
Looking Good at the Office: Daily Exercise Procedures and Benefits

References
Susie Melliger, Ed. D., Principal, Aldrich Elementary School
(402) 715-2020
Dr. Melliger is my current Principal. She has been my supervisor for the 2013-2014 and the 2014-2015
school years.

Teresa Khuluki, Principal, Wolftrap Elementary School

(703) 319-7300
tmkhuluki@fcps.edu
Mrs. Khuluki was my Principal for the 2012-2013 school year and also served as the assistant principal for
the 2011-2012 school year.

Anita Blain, Ed.D. Retired Principal

(703) 239-1709
Aoblain48@gmail.com
Dr. Blain was my principal at Wolftrap Elementary for five years and at Timber Lane Elementary for three
years. We worked together until 2012.

Diane Connolly, Retired Principal

(540) 668-6311
dcconnolly24@gmail.com
Ms. Connolly was my Principal for two years and my assistant principal for three years at Timber Lane
Elementary School. She was also a physical education teacher for over 20 years.