Babs Hoffman
West Columbia,SC
Summary
Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes and other youth to build sustainable healthy habits that reach way beyond the sports arena or Sunday school group.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Volleyball Coach
Richland School District One
06.2018 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training plans and conducting regular practice sessions.
- Improved player skills through individualized coaching, tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Motivated athletes through effective goal-setting strategies, resulting in increased drive towards personal improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with players, fostering teamwork and communication on and off the court.
Physical Education and Health Teacher
Richland School District One
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex health concepts through the use of visual aids and hands-on activities.
- Developed effective classroom management strategies to maintain focus and minimize disruptions during instruction.
- Served as a mentor for new Health Teachers entering the profession, sharing best practices and offering guidance on curriculum development.
- Contributed to increased overall school performance by actively participating in professional development workshops and incorporating new teaching strategies into daily practice.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Master of Education - Trauma- Informed Education
Columbia College
Columbia, SC04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2018
Skills
- Volleyball fundamentals
- Strength training
- Physical Conditioning
- Lesson Plan Development
- Health and Wellness Education
- Student Behavior Management
- Physical Education
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Building Relationships
- Small Group Facilitation
- Teaching techniques
- Mentoring Youth
Volunteer Work
- Sports Ministry Mission Trip, Portugal, Summer 2015
- GenSend, Boston, MA, Summer 2016
- Collegiate Mission Trip, China, December 2018
- Refugee Ministry, Greece, Summer 2019
- Youth Ministry, Columbia, SC, Fall 2018- Current
Timeline
Physical Education and Health Teacher
Richland School District One
08.2018 - 05.2023
Head Volleyball Coach
Richland School District One
06.2018 - Current
Master of Education - Trauma- Informed Education
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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