COBI CHRISTIANSEN
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Experienced with developing comprehensive training programs to enhance players' skills and teamwork. Utilizes strategic game planning and effective communication to drive team success. Track record of fostering positive team environment and achieving competitive results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Women's 14 1's Volleyball Coach
A5 CHATTANOOGA VOLLEYBALL CLUB
11.2023 - Current
- Modified practice plans to meet the needs of all teams when practicing with different age groups and ability levels
- Provided statistics during practice that helped players measure and achieve both team and individual goals
- Mentored coaches from Arizona and Michigan in monthly meetings through the LOVB mentoring program
Assistant Women's Varsity Volleyball Coach
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL CHATTANOOGA
08.2023 - Current
- Generated and analyzed statistics that guided decision making related to line ups and playing time
- Attended a Gold Medal Squared Clinic to implement detailed specifics on fundamentals across all levels in the program
- Collaborated with the head coach to create a more competitive tournament and non-conference schedule for this season
Head Women's 15 1's Volleyball Coach
TEAM ONE VOLLEYBALL CLUB
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Organized practices for seven teams on three courts to ensure maximum participation while addressing the specific needs of each team
- Provided players with “weekly check in's” to encourage gratitude, positivity, and open a line of communication for players to communicate any mental health struggles
Head Women's JV Volleyball Coach
OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Designed a camp held in the summer for the freshmen, JV, and varsity teams
- Evaluated game film in order to determine the necessary adjustments that needed to be made before the next competition
Women's Volleyball Coach
CHARLESTON UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Coached at a variety of levels including assistant varsity, head JV, and head 7th grade coach at the middle school
- Lead tryouts for all levels and coached the 14's team for Selfless Volleyball Club
English as a New Language Teacher
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated schedules to ensure every student received one hour of language support daily
- Designed “Newcomers” curriculum for students who are new to the country learning English for the first time
- Created “Heritage Day” where students celebrated and taught their classmates about their cultural backgrounds
Physical Education/English as a Second Language Teacher
Old Post Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with colleagues to establish a fitness and sports based Physical Education curriculum
- Designed the ESL program to meet the specific linguistic of students and administered annual state wide WIDA assessment
- Managed multiple sessions of intramural sports throughout the school year
English as a Second Language Teacher
Seoul Eonbuk Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated cross-cultural understanding and communication skills by planning, developing, and executing lesson plans
- Collected student interest data to connect new vocabulary and key phrases with students’ personal interests
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Charleston, IL05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Sports Studies with Teacher Licensure (K-12), Minor in Health Education
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Charleston, IL12.2016
Skills
- Motivational leadership style
- Skills assessments
- Creativity and flexibility
- Strategic planning
- Video analysis expertise in Balltime and Hudl
- Volleyball fundamentals
- Player development
- Relationship development
- Goal-setting guidance
- Team bonding
Certification
Tennessee and Illinois K-12 Physical Education, ESL, and Health
Timeline
Head Women's 14 1's Volleyball Coach
A5 CHATTANOOGA VOLLEYBALL CLUB
11.2023 - Current
English as a New Language Teacher
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Women's Varsity Volleyball Coach
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL CHATTANOOGA
08.2023 - Current
Head Women's 15 1's Volleyball Coach
TEAM ONE VOLLEYBALL CLUB
11.2021 - 05.2023
Physical Education/English as a Second Language Teacher
Old Post Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2023
Head Women's JV Volleyball Coach
OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL
08.2020 - 11.2022
English as a Second Language Teacher
Seoul Eonbuk Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2020
Women's Volleyball Coach
CHARLESTON UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2014 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Sports Studies with Teacher Licensure (K-12), Minor in Health Education
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Tennessee and Illinois K-12 Physical Education, ESL, and Health
Master of Science - Elementary Education
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
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