John Puryear
Denver
Summary
Motivated high school special education teacher with a demonstrated history of inclusive practices and student growth. Skilled in lesson planning, writing IEP's, providing accommodations, co-teaching, and classroom management. Continuous learner. I am currently obtaining my masters in Teaching and Learning with an emphasis on the Principal Licensure pathway.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head JV Boy's Basketball Coach
Mountain Range High School
2024.04 - Current
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Evaluated game film as part of ongoing review process identifying areas of weakness requiring targeted improvements.
ILC ESS Teacher 23-24
Aurora Central High School
2021.08 - Current
- Oversee and support paraeducators providing accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Work with students with intellectual disabilities
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Head Sophomore Basketball Coach
Overland High School
2021.08 - 2024.04
- Implement practice plans and scouted other teams/cut film
- Organize and run successful fundraisers
- Schedule study halls and coordinate volunteer hours.
15U AAU Head Basketball Coach
NC Spartans Basketball
2021.03 - 2021.06
- Worked with camp directors/schools to organize schedules and run team camps
- Collaborated with parents of student athletes around game and practice schedule times/dates.
Special Education Teacher
Durham Public Schools
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Implemented IEP plans & held IEP meetings
- Collaborated with co-teachers to implement accommodations for students
- Collaborated with parents and colleagues to support students with individualized needs.
Head JV Basketball Coach
High Point Central High School
2020.11 - 2021.03
- Boy's varsity assistant basketball coach/ Head JV Basketball Coach
- Helped implement daily practice schedules & focus on skill development
- Helped cut/scout teams on HUDL.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary School Administration/Principalship
Colorado State University Global
06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Teaching
East Carolina University
01.2020
University of Lynchburg
01.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Strategic Planning
- Basketball
- Teamwork
- Sports Coaching
- Organization Skills
- Communication
- Team Leadership
Certification
Colorado Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education
Timeline
Head JV Boy's Basketball Coach
Mountain Range High School
2024.04 - Current
ILC ESS Teacher 23-24
Aurora Central High School
2021.08 - Current
Head Sophomore Basketball Coach
Overland High School
2021.08 - 2024.04
15U AAU Head Basketball Coach
NC Spartans Basketball
2021.03 - 2021.06
Head JV Basketball Coach
High Point Central High School
2020.11 - 2021.03
Special Education Teacher
Durham Public Schools
2020.08 - 2021.06
Master of Science - Secondary School Administration/Principalship
Colorado State University Global
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Teaching
East Carolina University
University of Lynchburg
Colorado Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education
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