Salem State University
Employed through the Sport and Movement Science Department at Salem State University to educate and supervise students in the physical education teacher education program.
- Acton, Massachusetts
- 978.844.1218
- hillary.glencross@gmail.com
Work Experience
Assistant Professor
2023Present
Founder & Owner
March 2026Present
UbD Movement Lab, LLC
Founded a physical education curriculum consulting and professional development company supporting K–12 educators and school districts. Develops standards-aligned curriculum resources, facilitates professional development, and provides consultation in curriculum design, Understanding by Design, standards alignment, SEI, UDL, and instructional planning.
Visiting Professor
20222023
Salem State University
Employed through the McKeown School of Education at Salem State University to supervise physical education teacher education, student teachers in course: EDC 891P - Student Teaching Practicum in Secondary Physical Education.
Physical Education and Wellness Teacher
20132023
Watertown Public Schools
Started as the secondary adapted physical educator for the district, responsible for planning lessons to achieve individualized student goals. Taught adapted physical education for three years, before transitioning to the freshman physical education teacher, responsible for delivery of freshman curriculum: Project Adventure, various sport skills and fitness topics. Designed and teach Personal Fitness & Wellness course.
Volleyball Coach
20182023
Watertown Public Schools
Coached middle school, freshman, junior varsity, and varsity girls' volleyball. Organize practices, oversaw the coaching staff, and coached games.
Class of 2022 Advisor
20182022
Watertown High School
Worked with student government to plan different school events and fundraisers.
Wellness Committee Member
20172021
Watertown Public Schools
Served as a physical education representative for the Watertown Public School Wellness Committee. The committee works with other wellness professionals, parents, and students to ensure a positive wellness impact within the district.
Ski Trip Chaperone
20172020
Watertown Recreation Department
Responsible for students attending the six-week ski trip program to Wachusett Mountain, organized by the Watertown Recreation Department. Responsibilities included: bus monitor to and from mountain and supervision of students on mountain and in the lodge.
Special Olympics Basketball Coach
20152022
Heated Lions, Rivers Academy
Responsible for organizing weekly (Heated Lions) basketball practices for Special Olympic athletes and volunteers. Coached practices and games, as well as made game plans to ensure participation by all Heated Lions athletes.
Site Council Teacher Representative
20142018
Watertown High School
Served as a teacher representative for four years, and was appointed council secretary for two year of the service. Worked to design school improvement plans for Watertown High School.
Education
Doctor of Education
20192021
Northeastern University
GPA 3.949
Master of Arts - Special (Adapted) Physical Education
20152017
Western Michigan University
GPA 3.70
Bachelor of Science - Sport & Movement Science
20102013
Salem State University
Cum Laude - GPA 3.518
Service
Professional Preparation Council Member
2024Present
SHAPE America
Board Member
2020Present
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
2020-2021 VP Elect Adapted Physical Education
2021-2022 VP Adapted Physical Education
2022-2023 Past VP Adapted Physical Education
2023-Present Council for Future Professionals
Teacher of the Year Awards Committee
2026
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
Reviewed and made recommendations for the elementary and secondary physical education teacher of the year awards.
Presentation Session Reviewer
2025
SHAPE America
Reviewed and provided feedback on nine presentation proposals for the SHAPE America Convention, scheduled for March 2026.
Teacher of the Year Awards Committee
2025
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
Reviewed and made recommendations for the elementary and secondary physical education teacher of the year awards.
Teacher of the Year Awards Committee
2024
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
Reviewed and made recommendations for the elementary and secondary physical education teacher of the year awards.
Professional Affiliations
MAHPERD Member
2010Present
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
Member # 2498
SHAPE America Member
2012Present
SHAPE America
RAD Basic Instructor
2015Present
Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.)
Heartsaver First Aid & CPR Instructor
2014Present
American Heart Association
Level 1 Archery Instructor
2015Present
USA Archery
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certified
20182021
National Council for Behavioral Health
Basic Steps Level 1 Zumba Instructor
20122018
Zumba Fitness
Awards & Recognitions
Outstanding Major of the Year
2013
National Association for Sport and Physical Education
Outstanding Future Professional Award
2013
Eastern District Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
Outstanding Future Professional Award
2013
Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
publications
Glencross, H. (Revised manuscript under review). A recipe for crafting the portrait of a physical educator. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators.
Glencross, H. (Contributor). (2026). Appropriate instructional practice guidelines for K–12 physical education. SHAPE America.
Glencross, H. (2021). The Use of Student Motivational Factors to Influence Student Engagement in a Remote Secondary Physical Education Class. Doctoral Dissertation, Northeastern University.
Invited Presentations and Professional Development
Glencross, H. (2026, August 12). Invited conversation with recent EdD graduates [Invited guest speaker]. Dissemination to Impact, facilitated by Kari Thierer and Wendy Crocker.
Glencross, H. (2026, April 2). Curriculum Writing. MAHPERD Leadership Conference, Sturbridge, MA.
Glencross, H. (2026, March 18). Aligning K–12 SHAPE America National Standards and Massachusetts Frameworks [Professional development workshop]. Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle High School, Concord, MA.
Gillenwater-Catrol, T., & Glencross, H. (2025, April 2). Coffee Talk: Research Collaborations. SHAPE America National Convention, Baltimore, MD.
Glencross, H. (2024, March 28). 5-12 Physical Education Curriculum Initiatives [Professional development workshop]. Webster Public Schools, Webster, MA.
Glencross, H. (2024, January 16). 5-12 Physical Education Curriculum Initiatives [Professional development workshop]. Webster Public Schools, Webster, MA.
Glencross, H. (2023, October 11). K-8 Physical Education Curriculum Initiatives [Professional development workshop]. Lowell Public Schools, Lowell, MA.
Invited Podcasts and media appearances
Glencross, H. (2026, May 3). If P.E. is required, then what are we teaching? [Invited podcast guest]. MAHPERD Voices From the Field, hosted by J. Bersin.
Glencross, H. (2025, May 7). Dr. Glencross’s journey [Invited podcast guest]. MAHPERD Voices From the Field, hosted by J. Bersin.
Refereed/Peer-Reviewed Conference Presentations
Gallo, A. M., Glencross, H., Collins, C., Dyckman, E., Katsetos, K., Laford, K., Pecchia, C., Torricelli, N., & Wolff, M. (2025, November 3). Surviving or Thriving in Your First Year of Teaching. Council of Future Professionals, Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Conference, Worcester, MA.
Olson, L. E., Bishop, J. G., Gillenwater-Catrol, T., Glencross, H., Imagbe, S., Jones, E. M., Lawson, L., Liang, T., Miller, S., Mulhearn, S. C., Nieman, C. V., Ramsey, V., & Ramos, N. (2025, April 1). HEPPS: Collegial Discussions about Programming and Teaching in HETE/PETE Programs. SHAPE America National Convention, Baltimore, MD.
Olson, L. E., Bishop, J. G., Gillenwater-Catrol, T., Glencross, H., Imagbe, S., Lawson, L., Liang, T., Miller, S., Mulhearn, S. C., Ramsey, V., & Ramos, N. (2025, April 1). HEPPS: Collegial Discussions Regarding the HETE and PETE Standards Refresh/Revision. SHAPE America National Convention, Baltimore, MD.
Gallo, A. M., Glencross, H., Davis, K., Dyckman, E., Hills, K., Katsetos, K., Lane, B., Lurgio, M., & Pecchia, C. (2024, November 4). Surviving or Thriving in Your First Year of Teaching. Council of Future Professionals, Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Conference, Worcester, MA.
Gallo, A. M., Glencross, H., Conrad, J., Hills, K., Lane, B., Madden, K., McGillicuddy, M.J., Osorio, B., Pires, C., & Richter. (2023, November 6). Are You Ready? Council of Future Professionals, Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Conference, Worcester, MA.
Campus Presentations and Scholarship of Teaching & Learning
Barbosa, P., Condie, C., DeLeon, P., Fitzpatrick, T., Glencross, H., Miller, B., Morton, K., Pilaud, S., & Stahura, D. (2025, May 21). Joy as a Liberatory Outcome: Expanding and Honoring the Sacredness of Teaching. Salem State University CTI Teaching and Learning Symposium, Salem, MA.
Condie, C., DeLeon, P., El-Sherif, J., Fitzpatrick, T., Glencross, H., Miller, B., Morton, K., Naidoo, V., Pilaud, S., & Stahura, D. (2025, May 21). Honoring the Sacredness of Teaching through Zines. Salem State University CTI Teaching and Learning Symposium, Salem, MA.
Condie, C., El-Sherif, J., Glencross, H., Miller, B., Parker, M., & Stahura, D. (2024, May 22). Human-Engaged Pedagogy FPLC. Salem State University CTI Teaching and Learning Symposium, Salem, MA.
El-Sherif, J. L. & Glencross, H. (2013, May 2). Comparing Student Perceptions of Physical Education and Wellness Programs. Undergraduate Research Symposium, Salem State University, Salem, MA.