Denali Hussey
Castle Pines,USA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor, Summer Sports
Skyhawks Youth Sports
06.2025 - Current
- Communicated with parents to promote camp programs and support their children's needs.
- Be able to plan drills and activities for the week so that the campers will stay engaged and happy
- Be able to communicate with kids to understand what they need
- Be able to make sure campers get along with other campers and keeping learning fair
Official
USA Hockey
08.2019 - Current
- Reffed hockey games for players of all ages, from kids to adults
- Made quick calls on penalties and goals to keep games fair and safe
- Talked to coaches and players to explain rules and decisions when needed
- Stayed calm and focused during fast-paced or high-pressure games
- Kept up with rule changes through training and referee clinics
- Helped mentor newer refs during tournaments
Host
Brothers Bar and Grill
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Greeted customers, managed the waitlist, and showed people to their tables
- Cleared and cleaned tables quickly so new guests could be seated
- Helped servers by running food and restocking items
- Made sure the dining area looked clean and welcoming
- Worked during busy times and stayed positive and helpful with customers
Coach
Littleton Hockey Association
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Ran hockey drills for kids during summer camps to help improve their skills
- Helped set up fun games and outdoor activities like team competitions and sports
- Made sure everyone had fun and stayed safe, both on and off the ice
- Gave kids encouragement and individual tips to help them get better
- Helped plan each day with other coaches so everything ran smoothly
Assistant English as a Second Language Teacher (Costa Rica Elementary School)
Maximo Nivel-San José
San José, Costa Rica
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Taught basic English to kids in local poorer schools
- Planned fun lessons using games, songs, and activities
- Organized sports days, arts and crafts, and group learning projects
- Worked with other volunteers to make activities fun and interactive
- Helped kids feel more confident and excited about school
Crew Member
Five Guys
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Took customer orders and helped make burgers and fries during busy shifts
- Kept the kitchen clean and followed food safety rules
- Worked with the team to get orders out fast and correctly
- Checked supplies and helped figure out what needed to be restocked or ordered
- Helped open and close the store, including prepping food and cleaning
Volunteer - Bind Hockey Coach
Colorado Visionaries Hockey
- Helped blind and visually impaired kids and adults learn to play ice hockey
- Showed players how to skate, pass, and shoot using special equipment and techniques
- Made sure everyone felt safe, supported, and included on the ice
- Gave one-on-one help and encouragement to build skills and confidence
- Worked with other volunteers and families to keep things organized and fun
- Helped out at events to raise awareness for blind hockey in the community
Education
High school diploma -
Rock Canyon High School
05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, COSkills
- Experience with kids
- Coaching experience
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Lesson creation
- Leadership in youth sports
- Outdoor skills
- Behavior management
- Host/hostess experience
- Guest services
- Food service
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant experience
- Customer service
- Group leadership
Languages
Japanese, Expert
Spanish, Intermediate
Timeline
Camp Counselor, Summer Sports
Skyhawks Youth Sports
06.2025 - Current
Host
Brothers Bar and Grill
09.2024 - 08.2025
Assistant English as a Second Language Teacher (Costa Rica Elementary School)
Maximo Nivel-San José
06.2024 - 07.2024
Coach
Littleton Hockey Association
09.2023 - 08.2024
Crew Member
Five Guys
06.2023 - 08.2023
Official
USA Hockey
08.2019 - Current
Volunteer - Bind Hockey Coach
Colorado Visionaries Hockey
High school diploma -
Rock Canyon High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado At Boulder