ELLA C. DAVIS
Richmond,Virginia
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lacrosse Skills Instructor
Self-employed
Richmond, VA
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluate athletes' progress and provided constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
- Design and implement individual lesson plans tailored to specific positional requirements.
- Craft customized training programs addressing various skill levels and learning preferences.
Child Care Provider
Self-employed
Richmond, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Deliver attentive, nurturing care to children of all ages in a safe environment.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate educational activities to enhance cognitive and social skills.
- Manage daily schedules, including meal times and activities, to promote structured routines.
- Establish strong relationships with children and families through effective communication.
Animal Caregiver
Self-employed
Richmond, VA
06.2019 - Current
- Provide attentive in-home care for pets, including feeding, exercise, medication support, and companionship.
- Communicate regularly with pet owners to share updates, discuss behavior, and ensure peace of mind during their absence.
- Manage multiple clients simultaneously, coordinating schedules and adapting to last-minute requests.
- Establish consistent routines to reduce stress and support pets' emotional and physical well-being.
Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Yellow Jackets South
Richmond, VA
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted the Head Coach in planning and executing daily lacrosse practices, emphasizing skill development, tactical drills, and fitness conditioning.
- Provided individualized coaching for specific positions (e.g., defense, midfield), enhancing players' technical skills and overall team performance.
- Developed and communicated advanced offensive strategies and defensive schemes, playing an active role in shaping and executing game plans.
- Conducted lacrosse lessons for players of varying skill levels, delivering personalized instruction to enhance gameplay and understanding of the sport.
- Monitored and assessed athletes' progress, providing constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement and development in lacrosse skills.
Restaurant Host
The Continental Westhampton
Richmond, VA
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Greeted guests with professionalism, coordinated seating efficiently, and contributed to a strong, positive first impression.
- Coordinated waitlists, reservations, and table assignments to optimize service efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management to maintain smooth operations.
- Provided accurate wait-time estimates and addressed guest questions with professionalism.
- Managed opening and closing tasks for daily operations, ensuring efficient operations for a restaurant serving over 50 customers per shift.
- Trained new employees on front-of-house procedures, customer service standards, and daily operational tasks.
Concessions Associate
Ridgetop Recreation Association
Richmond, VA
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Streamlined customer transaction processing to ensure swift service during peak hours.
- Supported daily operations by preparing and serving food safely.
- Executed inventory restocking to maintain supply levels and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Business Minor
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC05-2027
Douglas Freeman High School -
Douglas Freeman High School
Richmond, VA05-2023
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability
- Detail-oriented
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Building
- Game Analysis
- Team Strategy
Athletics
NCAA Division I Student-Athlete (Scholarship) — Women’s Lacrosse, Wofford College
- Maintained Division I athletic scholarship while balancing full academic course load and 25+ hours per week of training, competition, travel, and film analysis
- Contributed to team strategy through film review, practice execution, and high-performance preparation
Additional Athletic Experience
- Three-Time State Championship Winner, Lacrosse (High School)
- Selected to American Select Lacrosse Team (DC–VA–MD), competing at an elite regional level
- Four-Year Varsity Athlete, Lacrosse & Basketball — Douglas Freeman High School
Awards/Honors
- Big South Presidential Honor (2023–2025)
- Wofford Old Main Scholarship (2023–Present)
- USA Lacrosse Jackie Pitts Award (2023)
- Lady Maverick Award & Scholarship (2023)
- First Team All-Region, Lacrosse (2023)
- Second Team All-State, Lacrosse (2023)
- State Championship Winner, Lacrosse (2021–2023)
- Second Team All-Region, Lacrosse (2021, 2022)
- National Honor Society (2021–2023)
- Honor Roll (2019–2023)
Collegiate Activities
Orientation Staff (Peer Leader), Wofford College
- Selected as an upperclassmen leader to mentor and support 20 incoming freshmen through orientation and First-Year Initiative (FYI) programming
- Led small-group activities during move-in and a multi-day orientation retreat, fostering confidence, community, and a smooth transition to college life
- Served as a primary resource for first-year students, sharing academic strategies, campus resources, and personal guidance
Community Service
- Volunteer at Tuckahoe Elementary School, 2019-2025
- Community Volunteer (Lakewood Senior Living, National Kidney Foundation, Maymont Park), 2019-2023
Timeline
Lacrosse Skills Instructor
Self-employed
12.2023 - Current
Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Yellow Jackets South
05.2023 - 01.2025
Restaurant Host
The Continental Westhampton
05.2020 - 08.2023
Child Care Provider
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
Animal Caregiver
Self-employed
06.2019 - Current
Concessions Associate
Ridgetop Recreation Association
05.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Business Minor
Wofford College
Douglas Freeman High School -
Douglas Freeman High School