HIRO IMATA

Email: hiro.imata@gmail.com
PERSONAL PROFILE
I am expecting to complete my Bachelor of Education (Elementary) program at St. Mary’s University in
April 2021. I have graduated from the faculty of Kinesiology in Mind Sciences at the University of Calgary
in 2015. I hope to further develop my skills as an educator as I work towards a full-time teaching position.

● Dedicated to completing tasks in a timely and productive manner.

● A hardworking individual who enjoys learning while expanding skills.
● Able to solve problems and generate positive change, individually or as a group member.
● Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

♦ LEADER ♦ PHYSICALLY ACTIVE ♦ TRAINABLE

♦ STRONG WORK ETHIC ♦ MOTIVATED ♦ BILINGUAL

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
SPORTBALL CALGARY - SPORTS INSTRUCTOR FEB 2016 -
PRESENT
CALGARY, AB
● Coached kids ranging from 16 months to 12 years old of varying physical literacy.
● Devised and followed age-appropriate lesson plans for groups of up to 60 participants.
● Motivated children to acquire and try new skills.
● Employed class management techniques to keep children engaged.
● Mentored new coaches to implement lesson plans and run an effective program.

EP FITNESS CALGARY - GROUP, PERSONAL TRAINING JULY 2013 – AUG

2016
CALGARY, AB
● Devised effective class programs for adults.
● Led small groups of adults to improve their fitness.
● Trained individuals with varying health and fitness levels
● Promoted healthy living to participants.

WORLD HEALTH CLUB EDGEMONT - PERSONAL TRAINING SEPT 2015 – JAN

2016
CALGARY, AB
● Led clients through fitness consultations and health education.
● Advised members about exercises.
● Developed personal and team business.

CANADIAN FOOTWEAR - CERTIFIED FIT TECHNICIAN OCT 2013 - SEPT

2015
CALGARY, AB
● Educated clients on gait and different types of orthotics.
● Guided clients in making informed decision about their footwear.
STEVESTON KARATE CLUB/IPPON KARATE DOJO – KARATE INSTRUCTOR
RICHMOND, BC; COCHRANE, AB 2007 -
2015
● Devised effective class programs for youth.
● Taught students of all ages and abilities in a structured class.
● Trained in one-on-one, small, and large group settings.

EDUCATION
St. Mary’s University – Elementary Education SEPT 2019 – MAY
2021
CALGARY, AB
 Learned to create effective lesson, unit, and long-range plans for all core subjects.
 Reflected on the application of theory in unique practicum settings.

University of Calgary – Kinesiology SEPT 2011 – MAY

2015
CALGARY, AB
● Studied human kinetics, anatomy, physiology, and behaviours of the human body through movement
with a special focus on health and sport psychology.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Sports; Baseball, Karate
● Coached competitive Calgary baseball teams ranging in age from 12 to 18 years old.