Jon Ostroff
Calabasas,California
Summary
Former professional baseball player and current graduate student studying sport psychology, with ample experience supporting growth and development of players from all walks of life. Emotionally supportive leader experienced in providing support for players at different stages in personal journeys. Uniting force skilled at conflict resolution and finding common ground amid unrelenting conflicts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Baseball Instructor
Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised activities and reacted accordingly to injuries and emergencies, communicating with proper medical staff in critical situations.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Hospice Volunteer
AccentCare
06.2023 - Current
- Offered patients emotional and social support by listening, reading and playing non-strenuous games.
- Went above and beyond to help patients without local friends or families handle day-to-day needs.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Professional Baseball Player
Evansville Otters
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Interacted professionally with press, fans, and individuals from other teams
- Contributed to a positive, cohesive team atmosphere to breed success
- Constantly developed goals to achieve success and displayed the drive to obtain them
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills both on and off the field
Professional Baseball Player
Tucson Saguaros
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Interacted professionally with press, fans, and individuals from other teams
- Pitched in different roles for successful Tucson team in competitive and demanding environment
- Utilized nutrition and rest to provide optimal performance and recovery times
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie
Professional Baseball Player
Campesinos De Salem Keizer
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Interacted professionally with press, fans, and individuals from other teams
- Mentored younger players in pitching and mental skills to improve outcomes on field
- Pitched in relief for league champion Campesinos team in competitive and demanding environment
- Determined areas in need of improvement and optimized strategies to strengthen performance
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Sunnyside High School
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments, and other events
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks
Pitching Instructor
Rip City
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths to maximize talent areas
- Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual performance
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength
Aquatics Center Intern
George Mason University Aquatic and Fitness Center
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly, and monthly operations
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety
Education
Master of Science - Sport And Performance Psychology
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, PA12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
George Mason University
05.2019
Skills
- Effective communicator
- Advanced interpersonal skills
- Goal oriented
- Adaptable
- Team player
- Mental and Physical Exercise
- Player Mentoring
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Mental Health Care
- Basic Care Services
- Empathetic Communication
Accomplishments
Awarded the John R. Linn Memorial Award for Outstanding Student Athlete (2018-2019)
Dean's List (Spring 2019)
Timeline
Baseball Instructor
Los Angeles Dodgers Training Academy
06.2023 - Current
Hospice Volunteer
AccentCare
06.2023 - Current
Professional Baseball Player
Evansville Otters
10.2022 - 05.2023
Professional Baseball Player
Tucson Saguaros
04.2022 - 09.2022
Professional Baseball Player
Campesinos De Salem Keizer
04.2021 - 09.2021
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Sunnyside High School
09.2019 - 12.2019
Pitching Instructor
Rip City
01.2019 - 05.2019
Aquatics Center Intern
George Mason University Aquatic and Fitness Center
09.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Sport And Performance Psychology
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
George Mason University
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