Anna Piirainen
Assistant Athletic Director
Waterboro
Summary
Proven professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional team collaboration skills, demonstrated through achievements during educating, leading, and serving. Excelled in event management and utilized advanced verbal communication to enhance team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Achieved significant improvements in project coordination and educational outcomes by integrating collaborative learning techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Athletic Director
South Portland School District
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with coaches to develop customized training plans tailored to individual athlete needs and goals.
- Oversaw scheduling of competitions, practices, and facilities usage to maximize efficiency and optimize resources.
- Managed budgets for various athletic departments, ensuring proper allocation of funds for equipment, travel expenses, and other necessities.
- Promoted inclusivity within the athletic department by initiating diversity training workshops for both staff members and student athletes.
- Streamlined communication channels between athletes, coaches, staff members, school administration, parents, and alumni.
- Enhanced student-athlete performance by implementing innovative training programs and coaching techniques.
Athletic Liaison
RSU57
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business.
- Managed complex schedules to coordinate travel, meetings, and events.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Evaluated coaches'' performances annually using clear criteria aligned with department goals.
ELA Teacher
RSU57
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of the connection between subjects.
- Mentored new teachers in effective ELA instructional techniques, contributing to overall school improvement efforts.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Integrated real-world connections into lessons, helping students see the relevance of ELA topics to their daily lives.
- Established a safe learning environment where students felt comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their performance and master course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education - English
Thomas College
Waterville, ME05-2022
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Team collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Verbal and written communication
- Photo and video editing
- Social media and promotions
Timeline
Assistant Athletic Director
South Portland School District
07.2025 - Current
Athletic Liaison
RSU57
08.2023 - 08.2025
ELA Teacher
RSU57
08.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education - English
Thomas College