Dynamic volleyball coach with extensive experience at Glendale Union High School District, fostering teamwork and individual growth. Expert in volleyball fundamentals and motivational leadership. I successfully enhanced player performance through tailored coaching and innovative drills, cultivating a positive learning environment that promotes confidence and skill development. While also focusing on developing the whole person, both on and off the court.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
JV Volleyball Girls Coach/Assistant Varsity Coach
Glendale Union High School District
08.2015 - Current
Served as the freshman coach for 3 years and the JV coach for 7 years.
Assistant Varsity Coach for 4 years.
Worked with players to set and met team and individual goals.
Demonstrated and coached proper technique and position specific skills to improve player levels.
Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills.
Implemented game like drills to enhance team performance.
Prepared athletes for games and tournaments.
Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
JV Boys Volleyball Coach/Boys Varsity Assistant Coach
Apollo High School
02.2024 - Current
Worked with players to set and met team and individual goals.
Demonstrated and coached proper technique and position specific skills to improve player levels.
Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills.
Implemented game like drills to enhance team performance.
Prepared athletes for games and tournaments.
Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
Club Volleyball Coach
Oasis Volleyball Club
06.2025 - Current
12 National Head Coach
Expanded the club's reach in the community by helping with clinics for younger children interested in learning about volleyball fundamentals.
Established a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship and mutual respect among players.
Mentored athletes in goal setting, time management, and personal responsibility, fostering well-rounded individuals.
Increased player skill levels through tailored coaching sessions focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing strategic training plans.
Collaborated with parents to ensure clear communication and support for each athlete''s development both on and off the court.
Club Volleyball Coach
Momentum Volleyball Club
10.2022 - 04.2024
13 Regional Head Coach, 14 Regional Assistant Coach
Mentored athletes in goal setting, time management, and personal responsibility, fostering well-rounded individuals.
Implemented innovative drills that focused on enhancing teamwork, communication skills, and tactical understanding.
Established a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship and mutual respect among players.
Middle School Volleyball Coach
Woodmont Middle School
07.2021 - 11.2021
Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills.
Mentored youth on proper volleyball techniques
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Developed a good team culture both on and off the court
Club Volleyball Coach
Carolina One
11.2021 - Current
Coached 14 State
Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Stretched, warmed up and completed conditioning exercises properly to reduce injuries.
Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment, food and travel arrangements.
Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Mini Mermaid Running Coach
Glendale Elementary School District
08.2014 - Current
Implemented the Mini Mermaid program for up to 30 girls ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade each year.
Gave instruction focusing on self-confidence and being a good friend in order to promote kindness and acceptance.
Implemented a training program over 12 weeks to get the girls ready to run a 5k.
Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.
Teacher
Greenville County School District
08.2021 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Teacher
Glendale Elementary School District
08.2014 - Current
Taught preschool, first, second and third grade.
Focus on building a strong classroom community and rapport with students, families and staff.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
Instructed English Language Learners, gifted and special education students in language arts, math, science and social studies
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives in language arts, math, science and social studies.
Served as the school gifted lead for six years. Attended monthly meetings, responsible for ensuring all students identified as gifted received a GDP quarterly, provided PD for gifted strand teachers.
Responsible for instruction in language arts, math, science and social studies for up to 30 children.
Served on the Guiding Coalition team for six years and worked with the team to plan professional development and provide feedback for teachers.
Completed a full school year of engaging virtual instruction (3 months for preschool and 8 months for second grade).
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2019
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
05.2014
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Positive Reinforcement
Positive Learning Environment
Team Bonding
Motivational leadership style
Volleyball fundamentals
Individualized coaching
Group facilitation
Offensive and defensive strategy
Timeline
Club Volleyball Coach
Oasis Volleyball Club
06.2025 - Current
JV Boys Volleyball Coach/Boys Varsity Assistant Coach
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