Caitlyn Sears
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach with 4 years of experience playing basketball and 11 years of experience coaching. Represented school exhibiting leadership qualities and mentoring athletes. Developed athletes physically and mentally to better play game and prepare for life. Experienced leading practices and coordinating with head coach to develop strategies and plays. Advised players in academic areas and provided study support through tutors, study groups and one-on-one support. Assisted players in developing and executing plans to help monitor their time and develop coping skills to deal with the stress & time management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
United State Air Force Academy
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted and advised students on academic issues and goals.
- Assisted head coach with recruiting of new players by attending scouting events and games.
- Led practice sessions with players practicing drills, honing techniques and scrimmaging to put practiced skills into play.
- Assisted in developing student-athletes to fullest potential and performing under pressure.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Represented school and athletic program in positive light locally and in media.
- Counseled athletes on conflict resolution techniques and anger management to improve on-court and off-court behaviors.
Counselor
Thriveworks
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client''s care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Ottawa University
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted and advised students on academic issues and goals.
- Coordinated with head coach and experienced players to develop curriculum and play book.
- Assisted in developing student-athletes to fullest potential and performing under pressure.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Managed team budget for gear and team travel.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
- Assisted athletes in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Utah Valley University
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Assisted and advised students on academic issues and goals.
- Assisted and advised athletes in developing coping skills to manage stress, workload, and increase productivity.
- Assisted head coach with recruiting of new players by attending scouting events and games.
- Counseled athletes on conflict resolution techniques and anger management to improve on-court and off-court behaviors.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Encouraged athletes to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Assisted athletes in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Ottawa University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
Skills
- Motivational Techniques
- Nutrition knowledge
- Strength training
- Team Bonding
- Strategic Planning
- Behavior Modeling
Languages
Cebuano
Professional Working
Timeline
Counselor
Thriveworks
07.2020 - 10.2022
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
United State Air Force Academy
09.2019 - Current
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Ottawa University
05.2017 - 09.2019
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Utah Valley University
09.2015 - 04.2017
Master of Arts - Counseling
Ottawa University
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