Abigail McIlvain

• Executed individualized education plans (IEPs) for students, collaborating with teachers and administrators to address specific learning needs.
• Supported students with special needs during academic and social activities.
• Monitored student behavior, implementing positive reinforcement strategies to promote engagement and encourage appropriate conduct.
• Supported teachers in managing classroom dynamics and facilitating instructional activities, enhancing overall learning environment.

• Coach of a competitive high school women's lacrosse program. Directed team leadership, developed culture, and planned practices and game strategies.
• Design and implement daily practices focused on skill development, game IQ, and team cohesion while adapting instruction to meet a wide range of athlete experience levels.
• Cultivated a team environment centered on accountability, psychological safety, and shared values to enhance athlete engagement.
• Prioritized personal growth alongside athletic performance to support holistic development of athletes.
• Established strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administration through regular communication and transparent coaching methods.

• Develop a mental health curriculum designed specifically for student-athletes to enhance well-being throughout their athletic experience.
• Designed and contributed to programming addressing team psychological safety, mental health during injury and performance setbacks, and balance between athletics, academics, and personal life.
• Integrated principles of sport psychology and student-athlete experience to create practical resources for implementation within team environments.
• Translated mental health concepts into applied tools enabling athletes to strengthen resilience, communication, and team culture.
• Counseling Center

Managed waitlists to streamline seating process and optimize guest flow.

• Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to optimize table turnover and customer satisfaction.
• Greeted and seated guests, packaged and checked orders in fast-paced dining environment, enhancing guest experience.
• Handled guest inquiries and resolved minor concerns, fostering a positive dining atmosphere.

• Served as camp counselor (2021-2022) and camp specialist (2023-2024), demonstrating leadership and responsibility in diverse roles.
• Led group activities focused on team building and nature, fostering social development, collaboration, and environmental awareness among campers.
• Supervised and ensured the safety of children in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.
• Developed and implemented engaging programming tailored to age-specific groups.
• Coordinated daily operations with staff, effectively addressing camper concerns and ensuring smooth camp experiences.
• Bear-Glasgow Branch