John Porter
Health/Wellness Coach
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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To obtain a challenging position in the fitness,health and wellness field, that will allow me to expand my work experience while offering room for growth and advancement in an athletic environment. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor
Planet Fitness - Ardmore, PA
July 2019 to Present
Help members build plan
Teach fitness classes
Instruct members on how to effectively use weight training equipment. Schedule members for fitness sessions
Teach the importance of a healthy diet plan.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
West Philadelphia Highschool - Philadelphia, PA
April 2017 to September 2019
Coordinating workout routines for a variety of sports, managing large groups of athletes students, and assisting with general training regimens.Strong understanding of sports performance nutrition. Promotes activities and coping methods that transform unhealthy habits and fuel healthy minds and bodies. Also participates in mentor-ship for athlete students academics decisions. Health and Wellnes Coach
YMCA - Abington, PA
September 2016 to May 2019
Consulting with clients to develop goals related to nutritional intake, fitness, and their overall health and wellness; and motivating and supporting clients to pursue and achieve their personal goals. Instructing clients on effective equipment usage and safety. Implementing the Ymca 12 week health&weightloss program
Lead Technician/Supervisor
Simpson House - Philadelphia, PA
September 2007 to January 2019
Supervising employees, reading over daily activities with employees Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Perform all assigned tasks in a professional manner in order to reflect the highest integrity of the Environmental Services
Department.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of all floors: tile, carpet,
• Complete work assignments in a timely manner.
• Utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
• Use and maintain equipment properly.
• Operate and maintain all equipment correctly and safely
• Observe safety precautions at all times, uses safety signs “wet floor”
• Ability to work without normal supervision
• Reports safety hazards as appropriate
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Temple University - Phialdelphia
March 2009 to August 2011
Responsibilities
• Helped design core strength, rehabilitation and conditioning programs.
• Perform fitness evaluations and orientations.
• Ensure proper equipment maintenance.
• Develop and maintain individualized fitness programs.
• Develop athletic injury prevention and treatment programs. Wild Cats Little League Football Coach
Delaware County Wildcats Football - Upper Darby, PA September 2006 to December 2008
Responsibilities
• Exceptional knowledge of football strategy
• Excellent at communicating and presenting ideas
• Dedicated to developing players as people and athletes
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong sense of responsibility to players and team management
• Reliable coach who understands the importance effective leadership skills Student Athlete Instructor
ISAA - Philadelphia, PA
January 2005 to April 2006
Assisted Students athletes with their sports training programs and daily requirements of student athletes. Also act as a mentor assisting them with their college entrance materials,and personal academic development.
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Prep Charter High School - Philadelphia, PA
January 2019
• Effectively organize space, equipment, and students.
• Provide adequate equipment that allows all children to be active at the same time (e.g., one ball per child).
• Limit teacher talk or instruction time.
• Plan practice opportunities that are structured for maximum participation (e.g., individual, partner, and small-group activities.
• Structure the class so that learning occurs while students are being physically active.
• With maximum and quality activity time, children become more skilled, knowledgeable, and physically fit.
Education
High school
Center of economics and law charter school - Philadelphia, PA September 1999 to June 2003
Certification in Personal Training & Nutrition
National Council on Strength and fitness
October 2019
In Progress in Liberal Studies,Exercise and Sports Science Temple University - Philadelphia, PA
2009
Skills
• Microsoft Word (10+ years)
• Leadership (6 years)
• Computer Skills (10+ years)
• Communication (10+ years)
• Team Leadership (6 years)
• Nutrition
• Personal Trainer (10+ years)
• Sports Coaching (8 years)
• training
• Coaching
• CPR
• Experience with Children
• Personal Training
• Physical Education (4 years)
• Group Fitness (7 years)
• Customer service
• Heavy lifting
• Documentation review
• Teaching
• Computer literacy
Certifications and Licenses
CPR and AED
June 2021 to June 2023
National Council on Strength and fitness
October 2019 to Present
First Aid Certification
Certified Personal Trainer
First Aid Certification
First Aid Certification
Additional Information
Able to excel within a term environment;well organized; an inquisitive learner, detail oriented punctualcomputer literate, strong desire to achieve, energetic and a natural motivator looking for a great opportunity to expand my knowledge and experience in the health and wellness field.