Isabella Santamaria
Kenner,LA
Summary
Athletic professional with extensive experience in managing sports programs, enhancing athlete performance, and fostering community engagement. Known for collaborative approach and focus on achieving results, adapting to dynamic needs. Expertise in program development and team leadership with commitment to excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
Young Audiences Charter School at Crocker
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented athletic programs aligned with school mission and student engagement goals.
- Coordinated schedules, ensuring optimal use of facilities and resources for all sports activities.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance community involvement in school athletics.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating funds to maximize resources for athletic programs and events.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
PE Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School at Lawrence D. Crocker
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with physical education standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying student abilities.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to promote growth.
ESL Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School at Lawrence D. Crocker
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition and cultural understanding among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning styles and proficiency levels.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
Paralegal for Hurricane Litigation
AKD Law Firm
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared legal documents, including pleadings and discovery materials, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies and provide accurate information for attorneys.
- Managed case files efficiently, maintaining organization and accessibility of critical documents.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witness lists, and jury instructions for seamless proceedings.
- Coordinated communication between clients and attorneys, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
Math/ELA/Speech/PE Teacher
Bonnabel High School
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging physical education curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Fostered student development through diverse fitness activities and sports programs.
- Developed assessments to evaluate student progress and improve overall performance.
- Organized school-wide events promoting physical fitness and healthy lifestyles.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance speech and language skills.
Administrative Assistant of the Counseling Center
University of Holy Cross
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Coordinated departmental communications and scheduling to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed office supplies and inventory, ensuring availability for faculty and staff needs.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval processes.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Athletic Training Internship
Louisiana State University of Alexandria
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted in developing and implementing rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
- Conducted injury assessments and provided immediate care during practices and games.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to create athlete wellness plans and improve performance outcomes.
- Trained student-athletes on proper techniques for injury prevention and physical conditioning.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of athlete injuries and treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Minor in Biology
Louisiana Christian University
Pineville, LA12.2018
Skills
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Health education
- Instructional strategies
- Creative thinking
- Student behavior management
- Computer skills
- Office administration
- Technology integration
Certification
- American Heart Association
- American BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) - August 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PE Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School at Lawrence D. Crocker
07.2024 - Current
Athletic Director
Young Audiences Charter School at Crocker
01.2024 - Current
ESL Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School at Lawrence D. Crocker
07.2022 - 01.2024
Paralegal for Hurricane Litigation
AKD Law Firm
03.2022 - 07.2022
Math/ELA/Speech/PE Teacher
Bonnabel High School
10.2019 - 03.2022
Administrative Assistant of the Counseling Center
University of Holy Cross
06.2018 - 10.2019
Athletic Training Internship
Louisiana State University of Alexandria
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Minor in Biology
Louisiana Christian University