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Sophie Chapman

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Becoming a PE and Health teacher offers the opportunity to inspire and shape the Taha Hinengaro and Taha Tinana of students, allowing for lifelong healthy habits and a love for physical activity and health. It also plays a crucial role in the development on young people, helping contribute to their social skills, team work and confidence.

Work History

Assistant Rowing Coach

Christchurch Girls' High School
Riccarton, Christchurch
2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with the head coach to develop team strategy for races.
  • Mentored athletes in sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership skills.
  • Provided constructive feedback to rowers on technique, conditioning, and mental preparation.
  • Organized practices that focused on proper technique as well as physical conditioning.
  • Conducted pre-race meetings with rowers to discuss race strategies.
  • Ordered equipment needed for practice sessions or competitions.
  • Created and utilized training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
  • Notified head coach of problems with discipline, performance and other decision-making areas.

Road Testing PE Knowledge In Schools

SPEX316 Practicum Paper
  • Providing practical assistance with weekly PE lessons.
  • Attending and supporting staff and students on an outdoor education experience/camp.
  • ‘Shadowing’ a teacher for a day and observing the nature of their work.
  • Solving a problem of relevance to the school/teacher that fits with your skills/knowledge (e.g. finding a way to increase the participation of a reluctant participant in PE).
  • Communicating your own PE journey to a selected group of students.

KidzActive After-School Care and Holiday Programme

SPEX316 Practicum Paper
  • A sport and movement programme for children between the ages of two and nine.
  • Develop leadership and communication skills within a work-based environment.
  • Apply theoretical and academic knowledge into daily practice.
  • Gain an insight into the demands of after school programme delivery.
  • Develop an understanding of the practical applications of the instructing process.
  • Develop communication, interpersonal and group management skills.

Supporting Outdoor Education in Schools

SPEX316 Practicum Paper
  • Placed in local schools where outdoor education programmes are in action.
  • Develop personal philosophy of outdoor education.
  • Assist experienced staff with established outdoor education programmes in local schools.
  • Develop a working understanding of health and safety practices and regulations which is applied in schools and outdoor settings.
  • Critically reflect on the merits of outdoor experiences for young people.
  • Practice communication and group management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Activity And Health

Otago University
Dunedin
12-2024

NCEA Level 3

Christchurch Girls' High School
Christchurch
12-2021

Skills

  • Communication
  • Critical Thinker
  • Organised
  • Patient
  • Time Management
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Team Player
  • Problem Solving

Accomplishments

  • 2021 - Christchurch Girls' High School Head of Rowing - Head of Rowing for Christchurch Girls’ High where I had the opportunity to lead a group of 60 girls. I worked alongside the teacher in charge and the coaches.
  • 2021 - Christchurch Girls' High School Rowing Values award - I was awarded the Values Cup for demonstrating the values of CGHS Rowing Club.
  • Child Protection in Play, Active Recreation and Sport e-module - Completed the Child Protection in Play, Active Recreation and Sport e-module through Sport Tutor NZ.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Rowing Coach

Christchurch Girls' High School
2021 - Current

Road Testing PE Knowledge In Schools

SPEX316 Practicum Paper

KidzActive After-School Care and Holiday Programme

SPEX316 Practicum Paper

Supporting Outdoor Education in Schools

SPEX316 Practicum Paper

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Activity And Health

Otago University

NCEA Level 3

Christchurch Girls' High School

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