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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Ben Newman

Wilmette,IL

Summary

Dynamic and empathetic professional with a proven track record in child and athlete development, notably with the Wilmette Baseball Association. Excelled in creating safe, engaging environments, enhancing sportsmanship, and improving performance through meticulous time management and critical thinking. Demonstrated reliability and a strong work ethic, achieving significant progress in clients' skills and behaviors.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Baseball Umpire

Wilmette Baseball Association
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
  • Fielded questions from athletes and coaches regarding specific scenarios and calls.
  • Promoted fair play by consistently enforcing baseball regulations throughout each match.
  • Communicated effectively with scorekeepers to ensure accurate record-keeping of game events.
  • Collaborated with fellow umpire team members to ensure accurate decision-making during games.
  • Conducted pre-game meetings with team captains to review ground rules, clarify expectations, and address any concerns.

Private Baseball Lesson Coach

Self-employed
06.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated improvement in specific skills such as technique, theory, or performance through targeted exercises and practice routines.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents, regularly updating them on their child's development and achievements.
  • Maximized lesson efficiency by implementing detailed but flexible lesson structures based on each athlete''s needs.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple private lessons, ensuring timely communication with athletes and families.

Babysitter

Self-employed
06.2024 - Current
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Sustained a neat and orderly space for child care.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.

Education

New Trier High School
Winnetka, IL

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

Class of ‘26 Service Project Leader - Sophomore

Bridge Builder (peer mentor for sophomores) - Junior

Peer Tutor - Junior

Adviser Chair Leadership Council - Junior

Math Team

2nd place freshman at regionals

Debate

Novice Illinois State Debate Champion

Tests

1550 SAT

Baseball

8 years of Competitive Travel Baseball

Piano

14 years (10 classical and 4 jazz)

ILMEA District 7 Jazz Band 1

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Private Baseball Lesson Coach

Self-employed
06.2024 - Current

Babysitter

Self-employed
06.2024 - Current

Baseball Umpire

Wilmette Baseball Association
05.2021 - 08.2023

New Trier High School
Ben Newman