Eileen Hannigan
Windermere,FL
Summary
Dynamic Leader with over 18 years of experience in educational and athletic coaching, skilled in leveraging extensive knowledge in psychology, player development, and team management to enhance corporate training programs. Recognized for achieving high success rates, including multiple championships as a High School Softball Coach and significant AP and AICE exam pass rates as a Psychology Teacher. Committed to developing innovative training strategies that foster professional growth and team cohesion.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
AP and AICE Psychology Teacher
Windermere High School
08.2017 - Current
- 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year for Windermere High School
- Teach College Level Psychology Course to 10th-12th Graders
- 70% Avg Pass Rate for AP Exam - College Credit
- 89% Pass Rate for Cambridge AICE Psychology Course
- Avg 230 students per year with approximately 36 students per class section.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, resulting in a positive and focused learning atmosphere.
- Enhanced student understanding of psychological concepts by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through the use of thought-provoking questions and analytical assignments.
High School Softball Coach
Windermere High School
05.2017 - Current
- Coach of the Year in 2020 and 2023
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling practices, coordinating travel arrangements, and maintaining accurate records of athlete eligibility.
- Facilitated strong communication between athletes, parents, faculty members, athletic administration staff to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects involved in running a successful softball program.
- Mentored athletes on college recruitment processes providing guidance assistance with application requirements.
- Created fundraising opportunities and community outreach to raise over $170K to support the needs of a self-sustaining public school program.
- Consistently maintained high standards leading to a winning mindset and program. Earning Championships in 5 of the 7 years we have existed as a school.
Diamond 9 Events - Director of Fastpitch
11.2010 - 08.2017
- Run national combine camps
- Coordinate and run National and Local softball tournaments
- Schedule tournaments with as few as 10 up to 400 teams
- Work closely with major college programs to execute events with 200+ participants
- Develop and oversee execution of 3 day events including skill building and games
- Recruit players to participate in events
- Business development and expansion.
Asst. Coach
Purdue University
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Defensive Coach - ran team defense
- Support staff to head coach with daily team practices
- National Recruiting for potential student athletes
- Oversaw weights and conditioning for team - worked with Strength coach to develop team goals
- Handled travel for the team
- Scout teams and do reports for game approach
- Work to develop players on and off the field.
Goin Yard, LLC
04.2011 - 08.2015
- Owner/Operator of Softball instruction company
- Private Lessons, Team trainings, Camps
- Consultations and advisement on direction to go within the sport of softball
- College Videos
- Work College Camps
- College Recruiting
- Successfully helped 40 plus athletes commit to play college ball in the last 5 years.
16U Travel Softball Head Coach
Multiple Organizations
08.2011 - 08.2019
- Optimized athlete performance with consistent evaluation and adjustment of coaching techniques based on individual needs and overall team objectives.
- Monitor Academic Achievement
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources including College Coaches to refer athletes to.
- Top 20 finishes for 5 consecutive years at PGF Nationals.
- Managed successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
Frozen Ropes Asst. GM/Senior Instructor
10.2006 - 04.2011
- Responsible for managing staff, scheduling and organizing programs, and overall facility operations
- Train players from ages 3 and up in the skills and rules of baseball and softball
- Focus on training elite travel, high school, and collegiate softball players
- Director of Softball operations
- Work locally and nationally with other corporate staff on special events to promote fastpitch softball
- Ran national showcase camps.
Youth Sports Health Coordinator
Mattapan Community Health Center
02.2006 - 10.2006
- Asses the Community needs and interests for sports and health programs for the youth
- Create and Run programs focused on improving the overall health and participation of the youth in the community
- Work with local community support to improve opportunities for the youth of Mattapan
- Work with Health Center Staff to communicate and improve upon opportunities for increased physical activity for all
- Work in conjunction with Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society.
Education
Master of Education in Counseling and Developmental Studies -
Boston University
12.2004
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Colorado State University
12.2003
Skills
- Former NCAA Division I Softball Player
- Proficient in Quickbooks
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Canvas
- Motivational leadership style
- Recruiting
- Training and coaching
- Team Management
Timeline
AP and AICE Psychology Teacher
Windermere High School
08.2017 - Current
High School Softball Coach
Windermere High School
05.2017 - Current
Asst. Coach
Purdue University
08.2015 - 05.2016
16U Travel Softball Head Coach
Multiple Organizations
08.2011 - 08.2019
Goin Yard, LLC
04.2011 - 08.2015
Diamond 9 Events - Director of Fastpitch
11.2010 - 08.2017
Frozen Ropes Asst. GM/Senior Instructor
10.2006 - 04.2011
Youth Sports Health Coordinator
Mattapan Community Health Center
02.2006 - 10.2006
Master of Education in Counseling and Developmental Studies -
Boston University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Colorado State University
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