Joshua Michael Abruzzo

32118 Loomis, Farmington, MI 48336

Cell (248) 251-9745
joshabruzzo@gmail.com

Work Experience

EduStaff Services Various Districts

Substitute Teacher March 2017- Present

● Executed desired lesson plans as developed by the teacher.

● Adapted teaching style to accommodate a variety of lesson plans, school
procedures, teachers and administrators.
● Collaborated with staff members to help create behavior plans for students.
● Participated in educating K-12 age children including paraprofessional
experience in Autism spectrum disorder classrooms.

iMA Sports Novi Novi, Michigan

Summer Camp Counselor Summer 2018

● Organized and executed daily youth sports activities, which included; martial arts,
tumbling, football, soccer, baseball, dodgeball, handball, inflatable hockey.
● Investigated and explored scientific activities such as rocket building, toothpick
bridge, egg parachute, creating slime.

Kelly Services (Willis Towers Watson) Southfield, Michigan

Benefits Specialist Jun 2016 - Mar 2017

● Articulated strong oral and written communication skills.

● Exhibited a clear understanding of Microsoft Excel and Word.
● Demonstrated strong analyzing, processing and computer skills.

Vision Performance Group and Technologies Adrian, Michigan

Technician Feb 2015 - May 2016

● Tested hardware and software to ensure successful setup.

● Provided support on physical and technical issues.
● Trained, educated and mentored new employees.

Coaching

Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Preparatory Lacrosse Orchard Lake, Michigan

Junior Varsity Assistant March 2019 – Current
 ● Conducted daily practices consisting of creating practice plans, running workouts
● Analyzed game film to ensure practices were used effectively and simulated
game like scenarios
● Facilite and distribute Mulch as team fundraiser

1763 Club Travel Lacrosse Rochester Hills, Michigan

U-14 Boys Coach Oct. 2017 – Current

● Coached weekend clinics and in-season games and tournaments.

● Assisted with tryouts, daily practices and weekly games for spring and summer
seasons.
● Conducted fall and spring team tryouts for levels ranging from beginner to high
school elite players.

All American Lacrosse Pontiac, Michigan

Coach / Instructor Aug 2018 - Current

● Facilitated basic skills clinics with youth and beginner level players.
● Conducted position camps to develop individual position skills.
● Organized off season camps to elevate player’s abilities.

Madonna University Men’s Lacrosse Livonia, Michigan

Assistant Coach – Defensive Coordinator Aug 2016 - Jun 2018

● Conducted daily practices consisting of creating practice plans, running workouts,

and summer conditioning.
● Analyzed film of future opponents to ensure a proper game plan was prepared.
● Managed study hall sessions to ensure Lacrosse players maintained academic
eligibility.
● Escorted prospective student athletes and their family on campus tours to
promote Madonna University in the recruiting process.

Education and Certification

Siena Heights University, Adrian, Michigan

Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education May 2016
Major: Social Studies Minor: English

Michigan Certification in Secondary Education; ​Grades 6-12 Feb 2018

Social Studies: RX English: BA

Professional Preparation

Student Teaching Placement; Onsted High School Jan - April 2016

480 Teaching Hours
 ● Created day to day lesson plans.
● Utilized Project Based Teaching Style.
● Developed and administered tests and exams.

Education Practicum; Morenci Middle/High School Sept - Nov. 2015

● Group Civilization Project
● 100 clinical field hours