Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Courtney Blankenship

Alvin,Texas

Summary

Teacher and Coach with strong background in leading competitive sports teams. Expertise in training athletes, developing game strategies, and fostering team collaboration. Known for adaptability and achieving results under varying conditions. Strong skills in communication, leadership, and player development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Softball Coach, Special Education Teacher

Pasadena Memorial High School
08.2020 - Current
  • Special Education Support Facilitator at the high school for IPC-A, and IPC-B, Biology
  • Created Individual Education Plans for a caseload of 23 special education students
  • Scheduled all games and tournaments
  • Created productive practice plans and drills
  • Created handbook for softball
  • Implemented successful fundraising opportunities to the program
  • Worked with individual Booster Club to better program

Assistant Softball Coach, Special Education Teacher

Pasadena Memorial High School
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Special Education Support Facilitator at the high school for IPC-A, and IPC-B
  • Created Individual Education Plans for a caseload of 20 special education students
  • Helped design practice plans as well as help make decisions for the better of the program
  • Worked directly with hitters and catchers

Assistant Softball Coach, Health Science Teacher

Santa Fe High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Taught Principles of Health Science and Health Science Theory at the high school
  • Developed Application and Guidelines for Clinical and Independent Study Mentorship Programs
  • Helped design practice plans as well as help make decisions for the better of the program
  • Helped create a workout plan for softball program
  • Worked directly with hitters and catchers

Head Softball Coach, Assistant Volleyball Coach, Health Teacher

Lincoln Junior High
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Taught health at the junior high school
  • Was in charge of planning and running the entire high school softball program
  • Designed practice plans and made decisions for the better of the program
  • Assisted with daily volleyball practice
  • Worked directly with outside hitters and defensive specialists
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
  • Improved overall team ranking by focusing on individual skill development and emphasizing teamwork.
  • Streamlined practice schedules for maximum efficiency, allowing for more focused skill-building sessions.

Softball Camp Counselor

University of Houston
06.2014 - Current
  • Responsible for sport specific activities to optimize camp experience as well as skill improvement
  • Oversee campers adhere to camp policies and procedures
  • Work with other staff members on adjustments throughout camp to create a positive working environment
  • Supported campers in realizing their full potential through guidance and encouragement in skill development sessions.
  • Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.

Camp Instructor

Primetime Softball
05.2015 - 07.2016
  • Monitor stations for athlete skill improvement, safety, and implementation of company philosophy
  • Assist in administrative work during camp including check in, medical forms, and team breakdowns
  • Evaluation of skill and areas of improvement to assist athletes in continuing pursuit of collegiate athletic goals

Assistant Coach

Texas Storm Softball
12.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assist in practice planning, game and tournament scheduling
  • Directly responsible for all offensive duties
  • Responsible for skill development of catchers and game plan implementation
  • Developed training plans to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
  • Conducted comprehensive player evaluations to identify areas for improvement and track progress.

Assistant Coach

Texas Venom Softball
05.2015 - 12.2015
  • Organized travel and assisted in team preparation to compete nationally
  • Worked directly with infielders on enhancing player development
  • Assisted in offensive philosophy and management of player improvement
  • Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
  • Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
  • Strengthened athletic abilities with customized workouts focusing on specific skill development relevant for each sport discipline.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving prowess
  • Strategic planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • American Athletic Conference All-Tournament Team, 2016
  • American Athletic Conference All-Academic Team, 2015
  • All-American Scholar Athlete, 2015
  • 2nd Team All-Conference AAC, University of Houston, 2015
  • 2-Time All Big South Conference Team, Campbell University, 2014, 2013
  • Big South Freshman of the Year, Campbell University, 2013
  • Big South All Freshman Team, Campbell University, 2013
  • 2 Time playoff team as Coldspring-Oakhurst High School Head Coach
  • 2 Time playoff team as Pasadena Memorial High School Head Coach

Certification

  • Certification in Health (7-12), Special Education (EC-12), and Physical Education (EC-12)

Timeline

Head Softball Coach, Special Education Teacher

Pasadena Memorial High School
08.2020 - Current

Assistant Softball Coach, Special Education Teacher

Pasadena Memorial High School
08.2019 - 06.2020

Assistant Softball Coach, Health Science Teacher

Santa Fe High School
08.2018 - 06.2019

Head Softball Coach, Assistant Volleyball Coach, Health Teacher

Lincoln Junior High
08.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Coach

Texas Storm Softball
12.2015 - 07.2016

Camp Instructor

Primetime Softball
05.2015 - 07.2016

Assistant Coach

Texas Venom Softball
05.2015 - 12.2015

Softball Camp Counselor

University of Houston
06.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Health

University of Houston