Brenda R. Hardison
Cary
Summary
Dedicated education professional skilled in navigating academic regulations and enhancing student engagement. Expertise in supporting students through career planning and college admissions processes. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and developing effective relationships that motivate students to achieve their educational and personal goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthful Living and Nutrition High School Teacher
Falls Lake Academy Charter School
Creedmoor
08.2018 - Current
- Teach NC Standard Course of Study in Healthful Living, Health Science Nutrition, and Strength Training courses
- Collaborate with students, staff, and administrators for improving student success
- Advise students with courses and plan for semesters
- Use different platforms for differentiate instruction
- Organize and assess students sport activities and health curriculum
- Develop, implement, and educate students in all areas of physical/health activities
- Plan and organize field day and community events related to activities for students
- Maintain and clean all sport equipment and gym facilities
- Mentor for beginning teachers to complete evaluations, observations, enter data, complete assessments, and provide feedback to mentee in weekly meetings
- Teach CPR/AED and first aid classes to students
- Attend committees to develop and improve events for the school
Customer Service Representative-Apparel/Footwear Sales Associate
Bass Pro Shops
Cary
05.2016 - Current
- Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers
- Demonstrates product to customers
- Remains Product 'expert' through ongoing product knowledge training, knowledgeable of advertised sales; maintains pricing and signing
- Assists with 'Seasonal' floor merchandise moves, restocks merchandise as required
- Provides a legendary experience for every customer, every time by assisting customers in making buying decisions by: identifying and evaluating customers' needs, making product recommendations based off of this analysis, promoting programs including, but not limited to CLUB Membership, VOC and In-Store Pick-up
- Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation
American Heart Association CPR Instructor
Carteret Community College
Morehead City
09.2009 - Current
- Instruct BLS, Heartsaver CPR/AED, First Aid, and nursing healthcare provider courses in alignment with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines
- Deliver engaging, hands-on classroom and clinical skills training to healthcare professionals, nursing students, and community learners
- Prepare, maintain, and organize all instructional equipment, materials, and course documentation to ensure readiness and compliance
- Evaluate learner performance and provide clear, constructive feedback to support skill mastery and course completion
- Foster a supportive, interactive learning environment that promotes confidence, engagement and skill development
- Ensure full compliance with American Heart Association (AHA) standards, policies, and certification requirements
Biometric Screener/Health Coach
LifeHealth
Littleton
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided health coaching on individual parameters and advised on strategies to improve well-being
- Screened total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose to identify health risks
- Assessed body mass index and body composition to evaluate overall health status
- Measured blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen level-pulse oximeter
- Completed paper work on employees and patients prior to and after screenings
Wellness Assistant Coordinator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Durham
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Developed and managed incentive, fitness, and weight loss programs, enhancing member engagement and participation
- Created individual fitness programs and fitness assessments
- Taught all formats of group exercise classes and created new formats
- Hired and trained staff/instructors, ensuring high standards of service and program delivery
- Planned and organized annual health fair and 5k races, promoting community wellness and involvement
- Procured fitness supplies and equipment to support program needs
- Ensured site is meeting the standards of The Joint Commission Accreditation
Health Science/Adjunct Faculty
Wake Tech Community College
Raleigh
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Taught Health Sciences courses to college-transfer and curriculum students, promoting academic achievement and professional development in healthcare-related fields.
- Developed and delivered course content through lectures, presentations, assignments, projects, online discussions, quizzes, examinations, midterms, and final assessments.
- Utilized Blackboard to manage course materials, communicate with students, monitor academic progress, and provide timely feedback.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through grading of assignments, exams, projects, and participation.
- Provided academic advising and individualized student support to enhance retention, academic success, and achievement of educational goals.
- Guided students in curriculum planning, course selection, transfer pathways, and career opportunities within the health sciences profession.
- Taught American Heart Association CPR/AED and First Aid certification courses to students and community members.
- Prepared and maintained instructional materials, laboratory resources, and CPR/First Aid training equipment to support effective learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking, active participation, and student success.
- Maintained accurate academic records and complied with institutional policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
Physical and Health Educator K-10th grade
Arapahoe Charter School
Arapahoe
08.2009 - 09.2015
- Educated students and staff for improving positive health outcomes.
- Planned, developed, and implemented health education and exercise programs.
- Taught NC Standard Course of Study for Healthful Living Curriculum including tobacco/alcohol/drug prevention, infectious and non-communicable diseases, environmental health, nutrition and physical fitness, bullying, and teen violence.
- Assessed and evaluated pre-post measures for student physical fitness levels and completed Presidential and Fitness gram testing on all grades throughout the year.
- Completed inventory and purchases materials, resources, and equipment for school.
- Organized, coordinated, and planned a Spring Fling 5k for the community area.
- First Tee Coach for Eastern North Carolina teaching students golf skills while learning how to build character, life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices.
- Coordinated and in charge of field day activities at Camp Seafarer.
- Taught American Heart Association CPR, AED and First Aid to students and staff.
- Communication Coordinator for PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Support) intervention and support all students with challenging social behaviors.
- Safety Committee Team Member/Chairperson for developing, leading, and changing policies/procedures on major issues for the safety of the school and the environment.
Wellness Instructor/Biometric Screener/Personal Trainer and Aerobics Instructor
Rex Healthcare Hospital/Wellness Center
Raleigh
07.2000 - 08.2009
- Motivated and encouraged individuals to meet personal fitness and health goals
- Provided exercise programming, fitness consultations, and exercise assessments
- Developed exercise programs to meet personal and health fitness goals of clientele
- Gathered health history information and maintained comprehensive client records to support personalized fitness plans.
- Proficient in corrective exercises and functional training to clients
- Guided clients in performance improvement by updating exercise programs tailored to individual goals.
- Instructed wellness programs (Rex Way, running clinics, health fairs, etc.)
- Instructed aerobics for TRX, water aerobics, sport conditioning, cycle, boot camps, kick boxing, body shaping, ROM, balance and flexibility, functional training
- Assessed and evaluated clients through surveys, health risk appraisals, personal wellness profiles, and obtaining biometrics
- Measured, checked, obtained blood pressures, heart rates, body fat, body mass index, circumference measures, strength tests, endurance tests, VO2 submax Microfit bike protocols, flexibility sit and reach, and functional corrective exercise data.
- Cholesterol Cholestech certified for full lipid cholesterol profiles for gathering cholesterol data on diverse populations.
- Health coach for the Rex Healthy Way Program.
- Health educator for the Eat Smart Move More Program in Wake County.
- Captain of the American Heart Association for three years.
- Supported health fair events by delivering education, demonstrations, and assessments to promote community wellness.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Health Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, North CarolinaBachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Business
Appalachian State University
Boone, North CarolinaNorth Carolina Professional Educator’s License - Health and Physical Education (K–12)
East Carolina University
Greenville, North CarolinaSkills
- Teaching licensure
- Nutrition expertise
- Nutritional assessment
- Health education
- Wellness program coordination
- Curriculum design
- Fitness curriculum design
- Group fitness instruction
- Aquatic fitness training
- Barre above certification
- TRX suspension training
- Health monitoring
- Student assessment
- Student evaluation
- Lesson planning
- Data-driven teaching
- Project-based learning
- Empathetic teaching
- Instructional adaptability
- Mentoring new teachers
- Community outreach
- Instructional technology
- Team collaboration
- Faculty collaboration
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Problem solving
- Multicultural education
- Subject expertise
- Program evaluation
- Parent communication
- Student motivation
- Student motivation
Certifications Skills
- NC Teaching Licensure Health and Physical Education K-12th
- ACE (American Council Exercise) Personal Trainer
- AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) Group Fitness
- AHA (American Heart Association) CPR and First Aid Instructor
- Barre Above Certified
- PADI-Open Water Diver
- TRX Suspension Certified
- ACE (American Council Exercise) Nutrition Fitness Specialist
- Cholestech-Full Panel Cholesterol Screenings
- CardioChek Plus- Monitor Health
Timeline
Biometric Screener/Health Coach
LifeHealth
06.2023 - 01.2024
Healthful Living and Nutrition High School Teacher
Falls Lake Academy Charter School
08.2018 - Current
Wellness Assistant Coordinator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
06.2017 - 08.2017
Customer Service Representative-Apparel/Footwear Sales Associate
Bass Pro Shops
05.2016 - Current
Health Science/Adjunct Faculty
Wake Tech Community College
09.2015 - 05.2016
American Heart Association CPR Instructor
Carteret Community College
09.2009 - Current
Physical and Health Educator K-10th grade
Arapahoe Charter School
08.2009 - 09.2015
Wellness Instructor/Biometric Screener/Personal Trainer and Aerobics Instructor
Rex Healthcare Hospital/Wellness Center
07.2000 - 08.2009
Master of Arts - Public Health Education
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Business
Appalachian State University
North Carolina Professional Educator’s License - Health and Physical Education (K–12)
East Carolina University