AMY MCKAY, M.ED., C.S.C.S PHILOSOPHY Creating opportunities to ensure an attitude that each day is the best day ever. EDUCATION Tarleton State University - 1995 Master s Degree in Education Tarleton State University - 1993 Bachelor s Degree in Exercise and Sports Studies PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1995 Present --- Instructor; Tarleton State University Taught a diverse course load to meet departmental needs (2009-present) HLTH 1301 Wellness KINE 1222 Racquetball KINE 1227 Tennis and Badminton KINE 1232 Water Aerobics KINE 1233 Aerobics KINE 1234 Yoga KINE 2300 Concepts of Physical Fitness KINE 2350 Games and Activities for Children KINE 3320 Theory of Strength and Conditioning KINE 3330 Motor Behavior KINE 3340 Integrated Movement KINE 3380 Adaptive, Corrective, and Developmental Exercise KINE 4380 Kinesiology KINE 4385 Theory of Strength and Conditioning II KINE 4385 Sports Nutrition Member of the College Curriculum Committee (2012-2014) WEAVE online Reporter for Kinesiology Department (2011-2013) Faculty Senate Representative (2009-2011) Texan Stars Dance Team Director (1997) Created & Taught the Faculty/Staff Noon Fitness Program (1997) Tarleton State Summer Swimming Program Coordinator (1995) 4212 Oriole Ct. Granbury, TX 76049 817-229-2866 mckay@tarleton.edu 1993 --- Cardiac Rehab Coordinator; Texas Medical Center; Tyler CERTIFICATIONS Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) --- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Sports Nutrition Specialist --- International Sports Science Association (ISSA) Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Counselor, Step Instructor, Yoga Instructor, Zumba Instructor --- Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
Youth Fitness Training --- International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) AWARDS AND HONORS Outstanding Fitness Professional - awarded by Hood County; April 12, 2012 Excellence In Teaching Award - awarded by Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System; Spring 2012 Excellence In Teaching Award - awarded by Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System; Fall 2011 Outstanding Contributions Award - awarded by TAHPHERD; December 6, 1996 Outstanding Achievement Award - awarded by TAHPHERD; March 30, 1996 PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS Keynote Speaker - Multiple Sclerosis Association of America 2014 July 14 - Better Together Presentation; Arlington, TX April 28 - Nutrition Basics Presentation; Abilene, TX April 21 - Nutrition Basics Presentation; Dallas, TX February 17 - Better Together Presentation; Plano, TX January 31 - Better Together Presentation; West Yellowstone, MT January 30 - Better Together Presentation; Billings, MT January 29 - Handle It Better Seminar; Billings, MT 2013 October 24 - This is Your Now Presentation; Dallas, TX August 18 - This is Your Now Presentation; Amarillo, TX July 16 - This is Your Now Presentation; Waco, TX May 12 - This is Your Now Presentation; Colorado Springs, CO January 14 - Nutrition 101 Presentation; Boulder, CO 2012 September 12 - Nutrition Basics Presentation; Baton Rouge, LA 2011 September 7 - Stress Management Presentation; Dallas, TX July 20 - Nutrition 101 Presentation; Colorado Springs, CO April 20 - Music and Movement; Presentation Dallas, TX March 16 - Better Together Presentation; Fort Collins, CO 2010 July 9 - Presented a Stress Management Seminar; Waco, TX October 15-16 - Nutrition 101 MSAA Women s Retreat; St. Louis, MO August 20 - Nutrition 101 Presentation; Jackson, MS August 13 - Lead a Better Together Presentation; Amarillo, TX July 30 - August 1- HAPPY MSAA Women s Retreat; Dallas, TX May 22 - Yoga Presentation; Albuquerque, NM April 17 - Better Together Seminar; Hot Springs, AR February 23 - Stress Management Presentation; San Antonio, TX
2009 August 8 - Yoga Presentation; Boulder, CO July 11 - Music and Movement Demonstration; Nashville, TN June 13 - Coordinated and Implemented the HELP Program; Colorado Springs, CO April 18-19 - Better Together MSAA Women s Retreat; Little Rock, AR January 23 - Nutrition 101 Seminar; St. Louis, MO DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE TEACHING MATERIALS (2009-current). Developed an informative blog for disseminating fitness & nutrition information. www.revivalbootcamp.blogspot.com (2014). Handle it Better: A handout combining nutritional Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2014). We Work Better Together: A pamphlet designed for symptom management of Multiple Sclerosis exacerbation with nutrition and exercise. Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2014). Nutrition Twister: An interactive game created to use at Family Fitness night at Acton Elementary School; Granbury, Texas. (2014). Safe Cooking Temperatures As Measured with a Food Thermometer: Informational template for Tarleton State Sports Nutrition and Food Safety course. (2013). Sugar Friend or Foe?: A survey and handout created for the Weight Watchers support group at Tarleton State University. This program has also been used staff development day at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2013). Movement is the Key to Unlock Your Strength: A Multiple Sclerosis presentation created to inspire patients that music has a variety of benefits for overall health and wellness especially when coupled with movement. A CD and handout were given to all participants who attended various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2013). Fruit and Veggie Galore!: An easy and colorful handout for Multiple Sclerosis patients encouraging a healthy diet and lifestyle. Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2012). This is Your Now Here is Your How!: A collection of simple ideas to keep your life in balance. A creative and interesting delivery package of handouts on healthy living topics. The cards were designed to fit in small places as reminders of the concepts listed. Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2012). Yoga Kids: Create strong bodies, calm minds, and a happy spirit! This publication was designed to be a resource for Texas physical education teachers. (2012). Artistic Happy: A colorful publication for a creative Multiple Sclerosis Association program at an art studio.
(2010). Yougo-Not BINGO: A publication created to teach the macronutrient types and how these resources are utilized in the body. This publication has been used at AES, MSAA events and in TSU classes. (2010). Nutrition Basics and Health Tips: An informative guide to a healthy lifestyle and nutritional dietary habits. Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. (2009). Calorie Costs in Carrots: A creative and fun game providing a visual example of caloric values. Materials have been used at Tarleton State University as well as various Multiple Sclerosis conferences. UNIVERSITY SERVICE / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2014 2012 2011 2010 2009 Provided Health & Well-being Presentation; ESP Conference, College of Education Attended National Strength and Conditioning Association Endurance Symposium Actively developing and establishing new curriculum for Tarleton State s Performance Nutrition Program Member Grant Review Committee; College of Education Presentation on Healthy 20 Minute Meals for Working Mom s at Tarleton State Attended Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Symposium; Searcy, AR Coordinated Fuel Up to Play event for children at the Stephenville Christian School Presentation for Tarleton State Staff Development Day Commencement Marshall Assisted and Coordinated Fantastic Field Day for children with special needs Ropes Course Facilitator Attended Pearson Publishing Trip for the development of a custom wellness book for the Kinesiology Department Wellness Presentation to McGraw Hill Publishing; New York Kinesiology Representative at Tarleton State Wellness Expo Member of the College Curriculum Committee Judge at the Kinesiology Graduate Symposium Sponsored Outdoor Education trip; Colorado Bend, CO COMMUNITY SERVICE Created and Teaches Revival Boot Camp (2011-Present) A faith-based fitness program that seeks to actively combine body, mind, and fitness with an element of faith and friendship. Volunteer Speaker / Activity Director for Granbury Public Schools (2014) Presentation to Granbury Independent School District (GISD) middle school teaches about developing a healthy campus action plan Presented to Acton Elementary about the career of Kinesiology
Presented Facebook in the Classroom at the Excellence in Teaching Conference for GISD Conducted a Family Fitness Night Coordinator of final program at Royal Family Kids Camp; A summer camp for children in the CPS system Organized and administered a boot camp for children Member of the Granbury Independent School District Instructional Technology Grant Review Committee (2012-2014) Member of the Facility Planning Committee for the Hood County YMCA (2010) Organized and administered a boot camp for children Vacation Bible School Coordinator for First United Methodist Church in Granbury, TX Coordinator for Parents Get Away at YMCA PERSONAL GROWTH 2013 February - Hot Chocolate Half Marathon August - Hottest Half Marathon November 1 - New York City Marathon: Boston Marathon Qualifier November - Clark Garden Half December - Spartan Beast 2012 February - Fort Worth Full Marathon March - New York City Half Marathon April - Oklahoma City Full Marathon December - Spartan Beast 2011 February - Hot Chocolate Half Marathon March - Granbury Road Race March - Dallas Rock N Roll Half Marathon October - Stephenville Half Marathon November - San Antonio Rock and Roll Half Marathon December - White Rock Half Marathon 2010 Disney Full Marathon Rock N Roll Dallas 2009 January - Half Marathon in Benbrook, TX November - Dallas Running Club Half Marathon November - San Antonio Rock and Roll Half Marathon December - White Rock Half Marathon