Elijah Pollack
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced youth athletic professional with a strong desire to share my love of fitness and sports with all people. I'm inspired to help individuals improve their health and confidence by getting to know their bodies and learning to have fun exercising.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
William Howard Taft High School
06.2023 - Current
- Proficient in comprehension, implementation, and data documentation associated with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students.
Varsity Football Coach
Taft High School
05.2023 - Current
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared and executed practice plans.
Personal Trainer
Midwest Strength & Performance
12.2016 - Current
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
Fitness Specialist
Proforce Sports Performance
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Developed and instructed seasonal, sport specific youth programs.
- Led a foundational fitness class, equipping K-4th grade kids with a kinetic base in balance and coordination, increasing bodily awareness and function while challenging the nervous system via cumbersome bodyweight movements.
- Coordinated healthy and safe use of fitness tools, equipment and spaces to prevent injuries.
Clinical Massage Therapist
Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Currently pursuing continuing education in manual therapy.
Team Chaplain
Top Gun Express 7v7
07.2013 - Current
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
Youth Pastor
Realife Church
02.2007 - Current
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
Team Leader
Chick-fil-A
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Lead Server Trainer
Egg Harbor Cafe
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Judson University
Elgin, ILBachelor of Science - General Education
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILClinical Massage Therapy
The Soma Institute, The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
Chicago, IL11.2021
Health And Physical Fitness
National Academy Of Sports Medicine
07.2019
High School Diploma -
Saint Charles North High School
Saint Charles, IL05.2011
Skills
- SafeSchools Compliant
- IHSA Compliant
- CPR/AED Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Concussion Compliant
- Special Needs
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
William Howard Taft High School
06.2023 - Current
Varsity Football Coach
Taft High School
05.2023 - Current
Clinical Massage Therapist
Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
Lead Server Trainer
Egg Harbor Cafe
10.2018 - 04.2023
Team Leader
Chick-fil-A
09.2018 - 02.2021
Personal Trainer
Midwest Strength & Performance
12.2016 - Current
Fitness Specialist
Proforce Sports Performance
07.2014 - 11.2016
Team Chaplain
Top Gun Express 7v7
07.2013 - Current
Youth Pastor
Realife Church
02.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Judson University
Bachelor of Science - General Education
Elgin Community College
Clinical Massage Therapy
The Soma Institute, The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
Health And Physical Fitness
National Academy Of Sports Medicine
High School Diploma -
Saint Charles North High School
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