Donna Kelly-Jackson
Hazel Crest,IL
Summary
Action-focused individual with an exceptional background of 33 years spent in personal training field. Engaging demeanor, works with all different age groups.
Dedicated, caring and passionate track and field coach with a proven track record, successfully leading specialized training groups and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with coaches, administrators and parents. Well versed in the sport of track and field and innovative coaching methods with 32 years of experience.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Personal Trainer
K & M Fitness
01.2012 - Current
- Assesses clients' current level of fitness.
- Designs and implements workout routines based on clients level of fitness. Includes mobility and flexibility components.
- Sets attainable fitness goals for clients.
- Motivates clients to pursue lifelong exercise.
- Researches and monitors current exercise trends to maintain creative and productive workouts
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Lincoln-Way East High School
08.2019 - Current
- Trains athletes for competition in the horizontal jumps
- Facilitates team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and team unity.
- Develops relationships with athletes to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Collaborates with the head coach, designing unique training sessions and meet line-ups.
- Designs and implements preseason conditioning workouts for sprinters, jumpers and hurdlers.
- Trains athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Guest Teacher
Flossmoor School District 161
05.2023 - Current
- Instructs students in lesson plans that have been created by teacher.
- Follows classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upholds classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Fills in for ill, vacationing or serving classroom teachers faced with jury duty or other demands.
Master Personal Trainer
East Bank Club
07.1990 - 07.2015
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Mother McAuley High School
01.2007 - 07.2019
- Trained and prepared athletes for competitions in the sprints, hurdles, jumps and relays.
- Developed relationships with athletes to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Provided guidance to athletes in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Encouraged athletes to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize athletes' success.
Head Track and Field Coach
Thornton Fractional South High School
09.2000 - 01.2005
- Trained and prepared athletes for competition multiple events.
- Scheduled and organized home track meets.
- Supervised and collaborated with assistant coaches to promote team unity and synergy.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage athletes in their competitive journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN12.1989
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the 2022 Assistant Coach of the Year Award by the Illinois Track and Cross Country Coaches Association.
- Coached 9 Illinois All-State athletes including 2015 long jump state champion and 2021 long jump state runner up.
- Invited to and led the Women In Coaching panel discussion at the 2023 Illinois Track and Cross Country Coaches Association Annual Coaches Clinic.
- East Bank Club, Employee of the Month, June 1992
- East Bank Club, Employee of the Month, August 1993
- East Bank Club, Employee of the Year, 1993
Certification
- Certified, American Coaching Effectiveness Program, Illinois High School Association
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Guest Teacher
Flossmoor School District 161
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Lincoln-Way East High School
08.2019 - Current
Owner, Personal Trainer
K & M Fitness
01.2012 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Mother McAuley High School
01.2007 - 07.2019
Head Track and Field Coach
Thornton Fractional South High School
09.2000 - 01.2005
Master Personal Trainer
East Bank Club
07.1990 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Indiana University Bloomington
- Certified, American Coaching Effectiveness Program, Illinois High School Association
- CPR/AED