Emily Gerstenkorn
Cedar Lake,IN
Summary
Compassionate and innovative professional with extensive experience in child care and youth coaching. Skilled in strategic planning and individualized support, driving student engagement and personal growth. Committed to creating safe, collaborative spaces for learning and development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volleyball Coach
Inferno Volleyball Club
Crown Point, IN
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated communication between athletes, parents, and club management to foster transparency.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Enhanced athletes' skills through targeted drills, strength training, and individualized coaching.
- Provided coaching and support to 13-year-olds to enhance athletic performance and personal growth.
Steam Instructor
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
Crown Point, IN
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Taught many classes like preschool, school age, and middle school culinary, art, constructables, etc.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Camp Counselor
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
Crown Point, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Facilitated engaging activities, promoting teamwork and social skills among campers.
- Supervised daily camp operations, ensuring safety and adherence to policies.
- Developed and implemented creative programs to enhance camper experiences.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing guidance on best practices and conflict resolution.
- Work with school age children.
Kids Zone/Club Guide
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
Crown Point, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with individuals ages 3 months - 12 years.
- Facilitated organization and participation in group activities.
- Oversaw behavior observation and delivered support during conflict resolution processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Purdue Northwest
Hammond, IN05-2027
High School Diploma -
Lowell Senior High School
Lowell, IN06-2024
Skills
- Child care experience
- Parent interaction strategies
- Motivational leadership style
- Strategic planning for small groups and practices
- Technologically proficient
- Innovative problem-solving
- Maintains an active lifestyle
- Time management an organization
Certification
CPR and AED Certified
First Aid Certified
Water Watcher Certified
SafeSport Certified
Timeline
Volleyball Coach
Inferno Volleyball Club
10.2025 - Current
Steam Instructor
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
08.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
05.2023 - Current
Kids Zone/Club Guide
Dean & Barbara White YMCA
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Purdue Northwest
High School Diploma -
Lowell Senior High School