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David Collier

Seattle ,Washington

Summary

I am a worker with years of experience in customer service. Food service taught me the skills needed to manage customer needs and ensure quality service. This included developing excellent customer service skills and practicing active listening skills. I also learned how to manage cash drawers and make change promptly and accurately, making sure that customers received the change they were due.

This has segued well into my transition into coaching, in which I actively listen to player feedback and emotional needs to gather the information I need to foster their growth as a player on the field. My decade of experience playing ultimate also lends well to instruction, and i learned how to convey information in a clear and concise manner to draw attention to the skills I needed to teach

The coaching opportunity was associated with Parks Tacoma, which gave me the necessary experience to acquire a job at Star Center as a recreational lead at the childcare area. I learned how to work with a wide age group of children and practice empathy and develop growth while also correcting bad behavior through communicating the importance of boundaries, listening and conflict resolution to the children under my care.

Overview

1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Worker

Parks Tacoma
Tacoma, Washington
05.2026 - Current
  • Supervising children aged 6 months to 12 years at a playground center, providing engaging activities like coloring and playing with toys such as Legos and wooden cars to foster creativity and social skills.
  • Developing and facilitating games that teach toddlers and non-verbal children speech and reading skills.
  • Supervising the children and ensuring they follow the rules and stay safe.
  • Supervising summer camp activities and supporting community events at Star Center in Tacoma.

Ultimate Frisbee Coach

Disc Northwest
Tacoma & Seattle, WA
09.2025 - Current
  • Instructed elementary, middle, and high school students in ultimate frisbee fundamentals, fostering skill development and teamwork
  • Explained skills and drills clearly while encouraging player input to enhance understanding and engagement
  • Provided targeted feedback to players for improvement, promoting individual growth and team dynamics
  • Reported to site leads during emergencies or when players needed time alone.

Barista

208 Garfield
Tacoma, Washington
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Operated a cash register and managed change
  • Crafted coffee and specialty beverages with care and attention to detail
  • Memorized menu items and served customers in a friendly and professional manner
  • Made recommendations for beverages and food, taking into account a customer's dietary restrictions
  • Waited and cleaned tables, delivering prompt service to customers
  • Handled any complaints by apologizing and remaking menu items correctly

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies

Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA
05-2025

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Activity planning
  • Behavior management
  • Safety protocols
  • Educational games
  • Team building
  • Customer relationship management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Instructional coaching
  • Event coordination
  • Child development
  • Child assessment
  • Child safety
  • Social development
  • Patience and empathy

Certification

  • Mast Permit
  • Food Service Card

Timeline

Childcare Worker

Parks Tacoma
05.2026 - Current

Ultimate Frisbee Coach

Disc Northwest
09.2025 - Current

Barista

208 Garfield
06.2023 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies

Pacific Lutheran University
David Collier