Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
References
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Hillary VanDam

ROCKFORD

Summary

Knowledgeable cheerleading coach with proven track record in coaching cheerleading teams to success. Experienced with developing and implementing effective cheerleading routines praised for their creativity. Spearheaded initiatives that increased team cohesion and utilizes motivational techniques to inspire teams and enhance performance. Track record of fostering positive and disciplined team culture.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Title 1 Reading Specialist

Sparta Area Schools
08.2019 - Current

1. Provide Targeted Instruction

  • Deliver supplemental instruction in reading.
  • Work with small groups or individual students who are below grade level.
  • Use research-based interventions tailored to students’ needs.

2. Collaborate with Classroom Teachers

  • Coordinate with classroom teachers to align support with classroom instruction.
  • Assist in planning differentiated lessons and sharing student progress.
  • Support classroom teachers with instructional strategies and resources.

3. Monitor and Assess Student Progress

  • Use assessments (formal and informal) to identify student needs.
  • Track and document student progress regularly.
  • Adjust instruction and interventions based on data.

4. Develop Individual/Group Plans

  • Create learning plans for students receiving Title I services.
  • Set measurable academic goals and monitor outcomes.

5. Family Engagement

  • Participate in parent involvement activities and workshops related to Title I.
  • Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and strategies to support learning at home.

6. Maintain Compliance and Documentation

  • Maintain accurate records of services provided.
  • Ensure compliance with Title I regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Participate in Title I meetings, trainings, and program evaluations.

7. Participate in Professional Development

  • Engage in ongoing professional learning related to intervention strategies, data analysis, and instructional best practices.

Substitute Teacher

EDUStaff
09.2019 - Current
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification tools
  • Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on set schedule and operating at consistent level
  • Implemented lesson plans outlined by classroom teacher
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher in K-5 classrooms by teachers in Rockford, Sparta, Forest Hills, Comstock Park and Northview based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Varsity Cheerleading Coach

Kent City Schools
05.2018 - 04.2023
  • Organized players' nights and other special events to promote sports program and cultivate positive relations with players, families and local community members.
  • Developed material for football/basketball games for athletes to preform.
  • Readied cheerleaders for challenging event and games schedule with demanding schedule of practices.
  • Communicated effectively with coaches and fellow athletes, including organizing and leading meetings with parents and school administrators.

Customer Care Representative

Priority Health
10.2014 - 01.2016
  • Assist Members with medical benefits and claims information.
  • Communicate with members to problem solve policy discrepancies.
  • Answered 80+ inbound calls per day and directed to designated individuals or departments.
  • Upheld privacy and security requirements established by HIPPA regulatory agencies.
  • Addressed customer service inquiries quickly and accurately.

Assistant Office Manager

Grand Rapids Alternative Care
06.2010 - 10.2014
  • Initial patient contact.
  • Assist with new patient paperwork and completing medical records.
  • Daily tasks include: greeting patients, answering phones, filing, patient consultations, accounts receivable, and balancing patient accounts.
  • Excel in fast paced work environment, cooperative team member, Independent self-starter, minimal supervision needed.

Substitute Teacher

EDU STAFF
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on set schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Implemented lesson plans outlined by classroom teacher.

Nanny/Housekeeper

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Rocca
05.2009 - 08.2012
  • Primary caregiver for two children ages 4 & 7.
  • Weekly cooking and cleaning responsibilities.
  • Run errands, grocery shopping, taking children to and from school and nightly activities.

Freshman and JV Cheerleading Coach

Hudsonville Public Schools
08.2009 - 04.2011
  • Mentored and guided 25-30 cheerleaders through both football and competitive cheer season.
  • Created and taught cheer routines.
  • Organized and led informational parent meetings.
  • Organized details of competitions and cheerleading events.
  • Liaison between Freshman and JV programs and Athletic Director.

Education

Master of Arts - Reading: Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04-2026

Bachelor of Science - Social Science, History

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
2013

Skills

  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organization
  • Problem resolution
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Stunt technique
  • Choreography & Routine development
  • Tumbling instruction
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Community Service

Junior Achievement Volunteer

2011-2013

Sparta Area Schools

Relay for Life Volunteer

2005-2008

Sparta Area Schools

References

Upon Request

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

EDUStaff
09.2019 - Current

Title 1 Reading Specialist

Sparta Area Schools
08.2019 - Current

Varsity Cheerleading Coach

Kent City Schools
05.2018 - 04.2023

Customer Care Representative

Priority Health
10.2014 - 01.2016

Substitute Teacher

EDU STAFF
01.2013 - 01.2014

Assistant Office Manager

Grand Rapids Alternative Care
06.2010 - 10.2014

Freshman and JV Cheerleading Coach

Hudsonville Public Schools
08.2009 - 04.2011

Nanny/Housekeeper

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Rocca
05.2009 - 08.2012

Master of Arts - Reading: Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Social Science, History

Aquinas College
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