- Hiking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Ballroom Dancing
- Gym Workouts
- Martial Arts
- Graphic Design
- Music
- Adventure Travel
Angela Melendez
Summary
Dynamic Head Instructor and Program Director with a proven track record at Premier Martial Arts, excelling in mentoring teachers and program planning. Leveraged collaborative learning and public speaking to foster student engagement and enhance team skills. Achieved significant student retention and staff productivity improvements, demonstrating both leadership and strategic teaching strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
- Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
- On-Boarding to new students.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Designed and executed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing skills and competencies.
- Event coordinator for quarterly, and yearly events.
Head Instructor
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
- Coordinated after-school lessons for struggling students, leading to increased comprehension and higher test scores.
- Tailored lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of learners in my classroom, using differentiated instruction strategies when appropriate.
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques that improved student behavior and focus.
- Served as a mentor to new instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Created a safe space for all learners by implementing clear expectations for behavior and promoting respect among peers.
- Streamlined curriculum development process, resulting in more engaging and effective lessons for students.
- Actively pursued professional growth opportunities by attending conferences and participating in training workshops relevant to my field of expertise.
- Established open lines of communication with parents through regular meetings and progress reports, fostering strong partnerships in support of student success.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices and develop new teaching strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Personally responsible for retention of a school around 200 students
Event Coordinator
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Facilitated memorable experiences, overseeing creative direction of event themes, decor, and entertainment options.
Kickboxing Coach/Personal Trainer
UFC Gym
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Reduced player injury rates with the implementation of tailored warm-up routines and strength conditioning exercises.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
Elizabethtown, PASkills
- Mentoring teachers
- Group leadership
- Compassion
- Social media management
- Planning and organization
- Teaching strategies
- Program planning
- Event planning
- Public speaking
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Successfully built a martial arts program and school of over 200 members
- First Degree Black Belt Krav Maga Program
- First Degree Black Belt In Taekwondo
- Ranked Top 5 Head Instructors for Premier Martial Arts in the US
- Ranked Top 10 of over 200 Premier Martial Arts schools in the US
Certification
- First Degree in Krav Maga
- Black Belt in Taekwondo
- Level 3 in Joe Lewis Fighting systems
- TRX certified
Interests
Timeline
Program Director
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
Head Instructor
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
Event Coordinator
Premier Martial Arts
06.2020 - Current
Kickboxing Coach/Personal Trainer
UFC Gym
01.2020 - 06.2022
- First Degree in Krav Maga
- Black Belt in Taekwondo
- Level 3 in Joe Lewis Fighting systems
- TRX certified
High School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
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