Chase Casper

114 NE 8th St. Madison, SD 57249

(605)-203-1774
ctcasper7@gmail.com

Education & Certification

Dakota State University, Madison, SD
December 2016
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
Cumulative GPA: 3.624
Minors & Endorsements: Health Education, Computer Education, Basketball coach, Football
coach, K-12 Technology, First Aid, CPR, and AED certified
Lake Preston High School, Lake Preston, SD
Cumulative GPA: 3.581
Honor Graduate

May 2011

Field Experience
Madison after School Program, Madison, SD
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After School Program Employee

o Supervised children grades K-5
o Guided large groups of children while conducting activities in the gym.
o Resolved many confrontational child-to-child situations

Dakota State University Level III Field Experience

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Spring 2015

Guided activities in the gym with 3, 4, and 5 year olds.

Lake Preston Elementary School, Lake Preston, SD

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November 2015-December 2015

Field experience at Madison Middle School

o 40 hours of teaching and observation in the classroom
o Developed and taught lessons throughout the course of a lacrosse unit.
o Observed and learned instructional strategies, grading procedures, classroom
management methods, and communication techniques from cooperating teacher

Dakota State University PE 181 Toddler Gym

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September 2015-Present

Fall 2012

Observed and assisted classroom teachers

Answered student questions on homework, helped with computer skills, assisted students in
reviewing for a test
Taught various classroom lessons and activities

Work Experience

Lake Thompson Recreation Area, Lake Preston SD

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Seasonal Campground Attendant

o Worked in the welcome center, administered entrance and camping fees
o Worked in the campground cleaning bathrooms, cabins, and campground area

City of Lake Preston, Lake Preston, SD

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May 2012-September2012

Summer 2010 and Summer 2011

Youth Baseball Coach

o Coached grades K-6 and was responsible for scheduling games and practices.
o Developed and enhanced individual baseball skills
o Prepared the field for games, organized and managed equipment
o Managed lineups and players during practices and games

Volunteer Experience
Camp Bring It On, Joy Ranch, Florence, SD
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Summer 2014

Camp Counselor
Supervised kids with cancer throughout the day, helped with arts and crafts activities, outdoor
games, and fishing.
Supervised large groups of children and communicated effectively with all ages.

Clubs & Organizations

SHAPE South Dakota
Dakota State University Physical Education and Coaching Club
Dakota State National Society of Leadership and Success
Dakota State Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
Member of Lake Preston Lutheran Church
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Lutheran Youth Organization member from 2005 to 2011

President 2010-2011

Professional Skills
Technology: Microsoft Office, iPads, Promethean Board, Website Design, Blogging, Computer
Hardware, Desire2Learn, Heart Rate Monitors, Pedometers
Dakota State College of Education Dispositions
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Interacting with Students: Caring, Patient, Fair, Open-Minded, Accepting of Others, Flexible,
Creative, Empathetic
Interacting with Peers, Staff, Parents: Reliable, Cooperative, Responsible, Flexible,
Organized, Disciplined, Creative, Adaptable to Change, Effective Communicator
Intrapersonal: Integrity, Hardworking, Life-Long Learner