Michelle Tunney

Lead Physical Education for children ages 3-11.

Plan and deliver lessons, schemes of work, assessment

Taught lessons to students in seniors ages 11-16 including GCSE PE.

Organise and facilitate sporting fixtures and tournaments.

Promoted health and well-being, inspiring young people to adopt healthier lifestyles.

• Collaborated with team members to achieve shared goals in physical education initiatives.
• Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
• Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
• Trained and mentored colleagues to enhance overall team effectiveness in delivering physical education programs.
• Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
• Prepared a range of written communications, documents and reports.

• Instructed classes in local gyms, Body Pump, Body Balance, Spinning, Aqua Aerobics, Kettlebells, Dance, Yoga.
• Trained clients from home as a self-employed personal trainer, creating tailored exercise programmes to help achieve specific fitness goals.
• During lockdown taught online fitness classes to clients. Focused mindfulness and health and well-being.
• Held personalised one-to-one fitness coaching sessions with clients.
• Created individual workout routines based on member fitness level.
• Communicated with clients to accurately identify fitness goals.
• Designed fitness programmes based on varying strengths and weaknesses.
• Taught strength-training principles and basic movements to assist clients in beginning fitness journey.
• Helped students achieve fitness goals through constant encouragement.
• Designed customised fitness programmes for clients, integrating nutrition guidance and exercise plans to support individual health objectives.
• Tailored strength training and cardiovascular programmes to suit the needs of clients, from beginners to advanced athletes.
• Provided expert guidance on proper exercise techniques, reducing the risk of injury and enhancing performance.
• Built rapport among diverse groups to foster collaboration.
• Demonstrated exercises and use of specific fitness equipment to teach proper form and safety.
• Listened to clients' concerns, providing additional information to ease anxieties.
• Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing strategies to overcome obstacles and stay motivated.
• Created and led custom and group fitness sessions.
• Guided clients in safe exercise, taking into account individualised physical limitations.
• Instructed participants in correct posture and technique to prevent injury.
• Delivered health education and wellness strategies to optimise fitness and overall well-being for clients.

• Oversaw physical education programme for students aged 11-18
• Built strong relationships with students, parents, teachers and administrators, fostering a supportive educational community.
• Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
• Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
• Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
• Monitored student progress through classwork, coursework and project marking, tailoring support for those needing additional assistance.
• Collaborated with parents and guardians during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns.
• Facilitated a positive learning environment by applying classroom management techniques effectively, fostering student respect and cooperation.
• Mentored and counselled students facing adjustment and academic challenges, helping them realise their potential and enhance academic performance.
• Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to achieve universal success.
• Led and managed a department leading by example.

• Applied knowledge and skills from university degree and PGCE practice in first teaching position to foster student engagement and learning.
• Organised and led inter-school sports competitions, fostering a competitive spirit and enhancing school reputation.
• Adapted teaching methods to meet changing needs of classes and individuals.
• Facilitated a variety of sports activities, promoting teamwork, leadership, and fair play among students.