Rachel Mitchell

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: rachel.mitchell@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: rachel-mitchell-ape

Summary

Six years of experience designing and implementing individualized physical education programs for students with disabilities across various age groups and abilities. Consistently improved student motor skill development and participation rates by an average of 25% through adaptive equipment and inclusive teaching methodologies. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic student development and adherence to educational plans.

Experience

Adapted Physical Education Specialist, Enable Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2020 – present

• Developed and delivered over 150 individualized Adapted Physical Education (APE) plans for students aged 5-18 with diverse needs including autism, cerebral palsy, and visual impairments.

• Increased student engagement in physical activity by 30% through the introduction of sensory-friendly activities and modified sports equipment.

• Collaborated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and educators to integrate physical activity goals into broader therapeutic and educational objectives for 40+ students annually.

• Managed and maintained a budget of €5,000 for adaptive sports equipment, ensuring resources met student needs and safety standards.

Junior Adapted Physical Education Instructor, Stewarts Care -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2018 – Aug 2020

• Assisted in the instruction of group and individual APE sessions for children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, impacting over 60 participants.

• Contributed to the assessment process for new students, gathering baseline data on motor skills and physical fitness levels for 30+ individuals.

• Successfully adapted traditional sports such as basketball and swimming to be accessible for participants with varying mobility levels, increasing participation by 20%.

• Provided one-on-one support to students requiring intensive assistance, fostering a safe and encouraging environment for physical development.

Education

Dublin City University (DCU), MSc in MSc in Adapted Physical Activity -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2017 – Aug 2018

University College Dublin (UCD), BSc in BSc in Sport and Exercise Management -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2014 – June 2017

Skills

Adapted Physical Education Expertise: Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Adaptive Equipment Utilization, Motor Skill Assessment, Disability-Specific Exercise Prescription, Inclusive Sports Coaching, Behavior Management

Therapeutic Modalities: Sensory Integration Techniques, Hydrotherapy Principles, Functional Movement Screening, Postural Correction, Gait Analysis

Collaboration & Communication: Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Parent/Guardian Communication, Report Writing, Presentation Skills, Active Listening

Assessment & Documentation: APE Assessment Tools (e.g., TGMD-3, BOT-2), Progress Monitoring, Data Analysis, Goal Setting, Record Keeping