Alana Embry
Poway,United States
Summary
Motivated and disciplined student-athlete with a background in Division I beach and indoor volleyball, extensive coaching experience, and a passion for youth development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
692 Beach Volleyball Coach
692 Beach Volleyball Club
San Diego
05.2024 - Current
- Coached players in game situations to help them develop their decision-making capabilities.
- Organized and managed team tryouts to assess the skill level of prospective players.
- Monitored athletes' performance during practices and games to identify areas for improvement.
- Analyzed opponents' playing styles in order to formulate effective game strategies.
- Encouraged players to reach their full potential by providing positive reinforcement.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
Children's Church Volunteer
New Hope Oahu
Honolulu, HI
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Facilitated small group discussions with children.
- Encouraged positive behavior among participants at all times.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to plan special events or outings for the youth group.
- Assisted in developing creative ways to teach the Bible to children.
- Encouraged participation from all students during class time.
- Organized and led Bible studies for kids.
Busser
California Pizza Kitchen
Honolulu, HI
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant dining area throughout shift.
- Organized storage areas for clean dishes and stocked linens.
- Provided quick and efficient clearing of tables between courses.
- Adhered to sanitation guidelines when handling food and beverage items.
- Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
- Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.
- Took initiative to help others whenever necessary.
- Swept floors, washed walls and windowsills, emptied trash receptacles and cleaned restrooms when needed.
Host and Busser
Chilis's Bar and Grill
Escondido, CA
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with menus.
- Took reservations over phone and in person.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
- Managed dining room layout to maximize efficiency of staff members.
- Resolved conflicts between customers when necessary.
- Provided customers with accurate wait times and monitored waiting list.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Assisted servers in seating guests by escorting them to their tables.
- Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
Indoor Volleyball Coach
Shinchoku
Las Cruces, NM
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Organized weekly practices and developed strategies to help athletes reach their goals.
- Demonstrated correct form of volleyball skills such as passing, setting, spiking, blocking.
- Provided feedback to players on technique, strategy, and skill development.
- Collaborated with other staff members in developing a comprehensive program for student-athletes.
- Encouraged team spirit by motivating players with positive reinforcement techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in the sport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05-2025
High School Diploma -
Poway High
San Diego, CA06-2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CASkills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Efficient time management
- Strong leadership qualities
- Volleyball fundamentals
- Goal-setting guidance
- Team culture development
- Parent interaction strategies
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Patience and empathy
Accomplishments
- Beach Volleyball All-American
- Two time All-Big West First team
- Multiple Dean's List Honors
- 2024 Academic All-District
Timeline
Children's Church Volunteer
New Hope Oahu
08.2024 - 05.2025
Busser
California Pizza Kitchen
08.2024 - 12.2024
692 Beach Volleyball Coach
692 Beach Volleyball Club
05.2024 - Current
Host and Busser
Chilis's Bar and Grill
01.2023 - 08.2023
Indoor Volleyball Coach
Shinchoku
01.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
High School Diploma -
Poway High
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Grossmont College
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