Amanda Ferris
Ionia,MI
Summary
Gained & Applied relevant skills and knowledge during current and past education and previous work experiences. I'm a motivated worker with solid experience, managing all levels of large scale projects, customer service, sales, banking skill, coaching, and learning how to be able to solve a problem. I was a representative for ten years of providing solutions to customers and now becoming a head coach finding solutions to help my students become better athletes.. My reputation as team member goes a long way with always gets the job done. It comes from my ability to multi-task. My experience has taught me the importance of being proactive, and adapting to all kinds of situations as they arise. Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities. When i start a job or buissness I have a long track record of keeping long term employment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Coach Senior League
GIYL
Ionia, MI
- Maintained thorough knowledge of all rules, game procedures, coaching techniques and current trends in softball.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others
- Maintained high academic standards for all student athletes and enforced academic discipline
- Maintained safety of all team members during practice, exercise, game play and down times
- Promoted proper stretching, warmup and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Developed guidelines for injury prevention
- Planned exercise regimens that targeted individual needs
- Developed positive relationships with parents, schools and community
- Utilized safe techniques for exercises, equipment use, and training drills
- Acted like positive role model for students
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics
- Learned to Schedule games, set meal/bus request for the season, worked on inventory for PE/Athletics/ Sports I coached and budget meals.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Fostered growth in player attendance through effective operational management.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
- Conducted regular and post-season softball practices.
- Devised lessons on introductory and advanced skills to support safe and guided athlete development.
Owner Brookwood Farms
Self
Ionia, MI
12.2014 - Current
- Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery, and livestock.
- Conducted soil testing to determine nutrient levels and soil composition.
- Negotiated and secured contracts with vendors, suppliers and agricultural partners to support cost-effective operations.
- Maintained detailed records of crop production, soil composition and livestock health.
- Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
- Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
- Identified, isolated and treated diverse pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
- Monitored livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
- Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
- Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
- Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
- Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
- Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
- Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance and feeding schedules.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
- Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
- Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
Tuttle Tots Daycare
Self
Ionia, MI
09.2004 - 09.2015
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest and learning time.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way to achieve Type and Type results.
Education
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI01.2004
Ionia High School
Ionia, MI05.2000
Skills
Strong observational skills
Strong problem solving skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to grasp and adapt to changes in procedure and process
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others
- Ability to coach team
- Coaching and training
- School grounds safety
- Group and individual coaching
- Advising and coaching
- Coaching experience
- Head Coach (softball)
- Teaching
- First Aid
- Teamwork / Collaboration
- Inventory
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Additional Information
High school softball: varsity all 4 years of highschool 2000-2004
All star softball, all state athlete, scholar althlete award, MVP, MIP 3.4 gpa.
High school Volleyball: 2000-2004 MVP, MIP, most kills, most blocks, varsity three years.
Certification
Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aide Certification:
Date Issued: 11/13/17
Renew by: 11/11/19
Certification of Leadership & Management :
Date Issued: 9/8/18
Concussion In Sports Certification:
Date Issued: 9/10/2017
Timeline
Owner Brookwood Farms
Self
12.2014 - Current
Tuttle Tots Daycare
Self
09.2004 - 09.2015
Head Coach Senior League
GIYL
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Lansing Community College
Ionia High School