Heather Thompson
Spicer,MN
Summary
Seasoned Swim Coach with background in developing and implementing training programs for various skill levels. Strong knowledge of stroke techniques, safety regulations, and swim meet management contributes to comprehensive coaching approach. Skill set includes communication, leadership, and adaptability, which has resulted in improved performance for swimmers across previous roles. Current USA Swimming Coach Certification Requirements are up to date.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Coach
Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays
09.2016 - Current
- Develop workout plans tailored to the different swim levels and athlete abilities
- Communicate with staff about individual athlete needs
- Created a team bonding program that is continuing to evolve
- Coach athletes through swim meets, including championship level meets
Certified Phamarcy Technician
CentraCare Health System
01.2008 - Current
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care issues related to pharmacy services.
- Adhered to safety policies and procedures while handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Maintained a clean work area by disposing of expired and unused medicines properly.
- Assist with drug distribution, ensuring correct medications were delivered to the correct patient and clinics.
- Receive and verify daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Supported pharmacy operations by answering phone calls and directing queries appropriately.
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Minnesota & Wisconsin River Valleys
09.2005 - 05.2022
- Lead Troop #30578 and Troop #33767 through the Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador programs.
- Organized troop meetings with activities appropriate for the age level.
- Guided both troops through the Bronze Award (the third highest award a Girl Scout can earn). One troop worked with Relay for Life to provide Childhood Cancer Education. The other troop worked with their school social worked to make a Buddy Bench for the playground and became Playground Monitors to make all students felt safe and included during recess.
- Mentored 3 scouts through their Girl Scout Silver Award. These girls held many community meetings educating community leaders on the importance of aquatic programming and worked with many adults to start the Renville County Aquatic Club - a USA Swimming Club that is still in existence today.
- Lead troop members through numerous service projects and community involvement projects, along with cookie, wreath and fall product sales.
Girl Scout Service Unit Manager
Girl Scouts of Minnesota & Wisconsin River Valleys
08.2009 - 08.2018
- Recruited troop leaders
- Provided leader education and resources
- Organized service unit events for all troops
- Planned and trained leaders for the annual cookie sales and other fundraising events
- Promoted Girl Scouts to the local media
Swim Coach
Renville County Aquatic Club
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Started this club from scratch with a group of interested individuals all contributing to club development
- Lead workout sessions written by the head coach
- Coached athletes through meets
- Assisted with marketing and promotion of club
- Gave many presentations to other community organizations on what a competitive swim club is and how it could benefit the community in an effort to develop awareness and raise start up funds
Sunday School Teacher & Superintendant
Cross Of Calvary Lutheran Church
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Planned and carried out weekly lessons
- Coordinate with other Sunday School Staff
- Planned summer Bible School programs
- Planned annual Christmas program
- Chaperoned youth at the annual Junior High Youth Gathering
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Waldorf University
Forest City06-1996
Associate of Arts - Communications
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City12-1995
Skills
- Skills assessments
- Athlete safety
- Strokes and styles demonstration
- Team bonding
- Safety awareness
- Long-term athlete development
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technican through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- CPR/AED Certified through American Red Cross
- Safety Training for Swim Coaches through American Red Cross
- Coaches Advantage Tutorial through USADA
- Athlete Protection Training through USA Swimming
- Concussion Protocol Training through NFHS
Timeline
Swim Coach
Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays
09.2016 - Current
Swim Coach
Renville County Aquatic Club
01.2014 - 07.2016
Girl Scout Service Unit Manager
Girl Scouts of Minnesota & Wisconsin River Valleys
08.2009 - 08.2018
Sunday School Teacher & Superintendant
Cross Of Calvary Lutheran Church
08.2008 - 05.2015
Certified Phamarcy Technician
CentraCare Health System
01.2008 - Current
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Minnesota & Wisconsin River Valleys
09.2005 - 05.2022
- Certified Pharmacy Technican through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- CPR/AED Certified through American Red Cross
- Safety Training for Swim Coaches through American Red Cross
- Coaches Advantage Tutorial through USADA
- Athlete Protection Training through USA Swimming
- Concussion Protocol Training through NFHS
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Waldorf University
Associate of Arts - Communications
North Iowa Area Community College
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