M. Jane Toerner, M.A., L.M.T.
Rank: Instructor/Fitness and Wellness Internship Coordinator/Advisor
School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services
University of Northern Iowa
EDUCATION:
M.A.
B.S.
L.M.T.
University of Northern Iowa
University of Cincinnati @ Ohio
Carlson College @ Anamosa, IA
1982
1980
1996
Cardiac Rehab, Exercise Science
Health & Physical Education
Therapeutic Massage (COMPTA)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Higher Education Teaching
1982 – present
University of Northern Iowa
Instructor/Internship Coordinator
1978 – 1980
University of Cincinnati
Instructor for Adult education
1996 – Present
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls Recreation Center
& Community
Instructor and Massage Therapist
1996 – 1997
University of Northern Iowa
Wellness Lab Coordinator
1991 – 2001
Cedar Falls Recreation and
Community Center
Fitness Coordinator
1992 – 1995
Allen Hospital Work Rehabilitation
Rehab Assistant and Exercise
Specialist in Work P.T. and
Rehabilitation
1982 – 1993
Sartori Memorial Hospital
& Covenant Hospital
Consulting and Instruction in
Community Wellness Programming
1986 – 1987
Supervisor of Allen Hospital
Wellness Center, Waterloo, IA
Clientele Advising & Programming
1974 – 1980
Physical Therapy Assistant
Providence Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Assisted L.P.T. in evaluation and
medical programs for patients
Related Experience
Experiences with Diversity
1991 – Present
Volunteer Instructor
Windfield Child Care Center
Work with newborns – 6th grade
various economic and ethnic
backgrounds as well as those
challenged physically or those with
learning exceptionalities.
1982 – Present
University of Northern Iowa
Intermittently teach students who are
challenged physically or those with
learning exceptionalities
1982 – 1983
Instructor at River Hills School
for Special Education
Cedar Falls, IA
Taught two Summer Sessions of
Physical Education classes for
profound to hearing impaired
2012 & 2013
Kindergym Resistance Circuit
UNI Kindergym Program
2010
Stress Reduction for Employees
Kinetic Energy Dance Studio, C.F.
2007
Wellness Programming
Nazareth Church
2001 – 2007
Sports Massage for Soccer
UNI Women’s Soccer Team
2005
Personal Wellness for Shift
ConAgra Foods Employee InService Workers
2005
Get Fit Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Public Television
Program
2004
Mind Body Fitness for High School
UNI 15th Annual PK-12
Learning Sharing Conference
2003
Sports Conditioning
Southdale Elementary
4th – 6th grade
2002 – 2003
Massage for Dancers
UNI Orchesis Dance Program
2002
Stress Reduction Massage
UNI AEOP Spring Workshop for
clerical staff
2001 & 2003
Massage for Athletes
UNI Student Athletic Trainers
2000
Chair Massage/Stress Reduction
Cedar Falls Utilities
1999
Mind Body Fitness
1999
Self Esteem Program
Wellness Retreat for UNI Public
Relations Department
Southdale School Second Graders
Presentations
TEACHING:
Courses
HPE 3118
Teaching Aerobics for Exercise Science & Health Majors
HPELS 1010
Personal Wellness Lecture – Large, Small and Non-Traditional
Decision Making, Exercise Theory, Nutrition, Stress Management
and Contemporary Issues
HPELS 1010
Personal Wellness Lab Sessions
Power Walk Jog
Cardio Kick Boxing
Aerobic Combo
Aerobic Cross Training
Indoor Cycling
Bicycle Conditioning
Mind Body Fitness
Yoga/Pilates
Circuit Weight Training
Aqua Aerobics
Swim Conditioning
PEMES 1A34
Personal Conditioning
PEMES 1A35
Weight Lifting and Heavy Resistance Training
PEMES 1A47
Fitness for Weight Management
PEMES 2015
Lifetime Activities: Group Fitness Resistance Training
PEMES 2021
Anatomy & Kinesiology for Coaching
PEMES 2053
Physical Activity & Nutrition for Health & Fitness
PEMES 3153
Applied Exercise Physiology Laboratories
PEMES 3156
Fitness Assessment and Programming
PEMES 3186
Studies in Physical Education: Group Fitness Instruction
PEMES 3186
Studies in Physical Education: Use of Fitness Equipment
PEMES 3197
Internships in Movement & Exercise Science
SERVICE:
Committees and Responsibilities
HPELS Physical Education Division
Internships and Experiential Experiences in Physical Education
HPELS Dimensions of Well Being Committee Category 1D Coordinating Committee 2013-2015
DMU-Supervised Health Promotion and Prevention Practicum for DPT student, Jan. 2013
Physical Education Division – Scholarship Committee Spring 2012, 2013
Search Committee - Anatomy and Physiology Position Spring 2011
Search Committee - Strength and Conditioning Position Fall 2011
Research Team – Personal Wellness 2008, 2009
Campus and Community
Collaborative and promotional work with WRS Personal Trainer Program and Fitness Classes
Promote and engaged in multiple yearly campus and community events related to fitness and
massage therapy. Health Fairs, SIDS Walk, 5K Runs, Cycling Events.
Substitute Instructor – Cedar Falls Recreation Center – group fitness classes
2010 - Present
Cedar Falls Cross Country Tiger Invitational and other home meets – finish line volunteer
Fall 2007 - 2011
Promoted and Participated in Violent Instructional Defense Strategies Training, Feb. 2013
A-Z Childcare Obstacle Course / Experiential Learning for PEMES Majors, Feb. 2013
Special Olympics Spring Games – Volunteer Track Finish Line, March 2013
Northeast Iowa Food Bank Volunteer monthly Fall 2011 to present
Organizations
ACSM
AMTA
American College of Sports Medicine
American Massage Therapy Association
Acquired Certifications
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, L.P.T.A., OH
ACSM Health Fitness Instructor
Life guarding/WSI
Precision Cycling Instructor Training
Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter
Exposure Control Blood Born Pathogens
Disaster Planning/Group Settings/Homeland Security
Current Certifications
Iowa State Licensure #0089 Massage Therapy
Mandatory Reporting
CPR/First Aid / AED
TRX Suspension Certification: Level 1, Feb. 2013