Knowledgeable track and field coach, successful at recruiting and developing athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with athletes of every discipline to build a cohesive and successful team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
Responsible for organizing practice sessions for sprinters, jumpers, throwers and multis resulting in 2 National Qualifiers in High Jump, 14 All-Conference Performances, 43 School Records and over 200 Top 10 performances
Implemented strength and conditioning programs designed to improve athletic performance.
Supervised volunteer coaches during practice sessions and at competitions.
Successfully attracted potential athletes through effective communication methods, building strong connections, and organizing campus tours.
Coordinated with athletic training staff to maintain student athletes' health and wellness
Assisted in budgeting responsibilities related to equipment purchases or travel expenses incurred by the team.
Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used by the Track and Field program.
Resident Hall Director
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - Current
Coordinated and implemented programming initiatives to engage residence hall students.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with student staff, faculty, and other campus partners.
Organized weekly meetings for resident advisors to discuss current issues and upcoming events in the residence halls.
Participated in on-call duty rotation to respond to emergency situations or urgent requests from residents during evening and weekend hours.
Served as a primary point of contact for residents regarding policies and procedures.
Assisted with room assignments and conducted room inspections on a regular basis.
Performed administrative tasks such as developing budgets, tracking expenses, managing paperwork associated with student contracts.
Head Track and Field Coach
Walter Payton College Prep
Chicago, IL
11.2016 - 11.2021
Expanded the range of the team from able to compete in mainly distance events to all events including sprints, hurdles, throws, and jumps
As head coach responsible for setting school records in the 3200m, Discus and 4x200m Relay
Led team to the 2021 Illinois 2A De La Salle Sectional Championship
d planned all travel for distance trips; managed 100% of the budget
Delivered an average GPA above 3.5
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Marietta College
Marietta, OH
05-2016
Skills
Data Interpretation
Recruiting
Compliance knowledge
Athlete Development
Canva
Front Rush
Microsoft OFfice
Video Analysis
Certification
USATF: Level 1, Level 2 Throws
USTFCCCA: Jumps, Sprints, Hurdles and Relays
Timeline
Resident Hall Director
Illinois Institute of Technology
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Illinois Institute of Technology
01.2022 - Current
Head Track and Field Coach
Walter Payton College Prep
11.2016 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Marietta College
USATF: Level 1, Level 2 Throws
USTFCCCA: Jumps, Sprints, Hurdles and Relays
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