Travis Santarina
Sacramento
Summary
Dedicated physical education teacher with a strong focus on classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in adapting programs to meet diverse student needs and promoting effective parent communication to ensure student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Valley High School
Sacramento, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging physical education curricula for diverse student populations.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Assessed student performance and provided tailored feedback to enhance physical fitness levels.
Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach
Valley High School
Sacramento, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed game strategies to enhance team performance and competitive edge.
- Conducted skill development sessions focusing on individual player growth and teamwork.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of gym facilities and resources.
Unified Basketball Coach
Valley High School
Sacramento, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Mentored student-athletes, fostering personal growth and teamwork skills.
- Coordinated practice schedules and game logistics to maximize efficiency.
- Modified skills to ensure equal opportunity for all unified athletes
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Elk Grove Unified School District
Sacramento, CA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with other educators and therapists to create comprehensive plans addressing each student's specific needs.
- Developed strong communication skills between students, parents, teachers, therapists, and administrators to ensure success for all parties involved in the program.
- Established positive relationships with families, providing regular updates on student progress and involving them in educational decisions related to their child's needs.
Physical Education Teacher
Renaissance Academy
San Jose, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented dynamic lesson plans to enhance student engagement in physical education activities.
- Fostered a positive learning environment promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle choices among students.
- Assessed student performance and progress, providing constructive feedback to support individual growth in physical fitness.
Recruiting Coordinator
San Jose City College Men's Basketball
San Jose, CA
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated recruitment processes for prospective student-athletes, ensuring alignment with program goals.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for interviews, campus visits, and recruiting events.
- Developed and maintained relationships with high school coaches to identify talent and promote program offerings.
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Branham High School
San Jose, CA
10.2022 - 05.2023
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
San Jose, CA
08.2020 - 05.2022
JV Boys Basketball Head Coach
Oak Grove High School
San Jose
09.2020 - 05.2022
Physical Education and Adapted PE Teacher
Lompoc High School
Lompoc, CA
08.2019 - 05.2020
JV Boys Basketball Head Coach
Lompoc High School
Lompoc, CA
08.2019 - 05.2020
Freshman Boys Basketball Head Coach
Buchanan High School
Clovis, CA
08.2015 - 05.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science - Adapted Physical Education
San Jose State University
San Jose, CAAdapted Physical Education
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CABachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Health and wellness education
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Coaching experience
- Parent communication
- Progress monitoring
- Adaptive equipment
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Coach of the Year
- Rebuilt the school's boys' basketball program. By year three, we accomplished the best season the boys' basketball program has ever had at Valley in the last 15 years
- Brought in approximately $9,000 each season in fundraisers
- Coordinated the first ever basketball camps at the school
- Hosted the first ever Elementary and Middle School Nights for the boys basketball program
Certification
- Adapted Physical Education Added Authorization
- CPR & AED
- Coaching Certifications
Timeline
Unified Basketball Coach
Valley High School
03.2025 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Valley High School
08.2024 - Current
Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach
Valley High School
08.2023 - Current
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Elk Grove Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
Recruiting Coordinator
San Jose City College Men's Basketball
10.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Branham High School
10.2022 - 05.2023
Physical Education Teacher
Renaissance Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
JV Boys Basketball Head Coach
Oak Grove High School
09.2020 - 05.2022
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
Physical Education and Adapted PE Teacher
Lompoc High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
JV Boys Basketball Head Coach
Lompoc High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Freshman Boys Basketball Head Coach
Buchanan High School
08.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Adapted Physical Education
San Jose State University
Adapted Physical Education
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Fresno
Other
- Built a strong presence on campus as a teacher and coach in just three years
- Built relationships and communicated with feeder elementary and middle schools
- Brought college coaches and Kings employees to be guest speakers at basketball camps
- Coordinated team bonding events and retreats