Kaija (Ki-yah) Pauley
Tehachapi,California
Summary
Dynamic and community-oriented Parks and Recreation Specialist with extensive experience in youth sports program management through AYSO roles as Regional Commissioner, Registrar, Coach, and Referee. Proven track record in organizing, developing, and promoting sports events and leagues, coupled with strong administrative and leadership skills. Adept at fostering community engagement, ensuring program quality, and enhancing participant experience. Committed to creating inclusive and safe environments for youth development and sportsmanship.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Tehachapi Unified School District
08 2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to help them succeed.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and focused classroom environment.
Regional Commissioner - Volunteer Board
American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
11 2019 - 02 2024
- Oversaw budgeting, procurement, and maintenance cost to meet facility needs and significantly boosted snack bar profits.
- Managed inventory and maintenance, recommended new acquisitions, and ensured efficient processing of invoices.
- Coordinated and distributed schedules for practices, games, and tournaments.
- Directed program operations and facility oversight, coordinating staff, teams, and events effectively.
- Led content strategy, managed databases, updated documents, and generated promotional materials for operations.
- Strengthened community relations, resolving inquiries and issues, and ensuring transparent communication for effective dispute resolution.
- Fostered a safe environment by managing volunteers, conducting background checks, and promoting diversity in coaching and officiating roles.
- Evaluated and improved youth sports programs, increasing participation from 470 to over 600 and implementing strategies for operational efficiency.
- Strived to maintain training standards for volunteers, and managed equipment effectively.
Regional Registrar
American Youth Soccer Organizations (AYSO)
10 2017 - 02 2024
- Orchestrated annual registration for players and volunteers.
- Maintained and managed a waitlist for players post team assignments, ensuring opportunities for late registrants.
- Reconciled registration forms with collected fees, guaranteeing accuracy in financial records for each event.
- Facilitated the enrollment process for families, offering assistance with payment plans as needed.
- Scheduled, planned, and coordinated multiple regional registration events, enhancing community participation.
- Ensured accurate player registration within the regional management system.
- Aided in the placement of players on teams, post-balancing, to maximize participation.
- Demonstrated a broad range of administrative skills including data management, financial tracking, and detailed reporting.
Boys Junior Varsity Soccer Coach
Tehachapi Unified School District
07 2023 - 02 2024
- Instructed players on proper techniques for shooting, passing, dribbling, defense, and teamwork strategies during practices.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create game plans to maximize team strengths and exploite opponent weaknesses.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support team expenses while promoting community involvement.
- Evaluated game footage to identify areas of improvement or tactical adjustments needed for future competitions.
- Monitored student-athlete academic progress to ensure eligibility requirements were met consistently throughout the season.
- Fostered a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork among players.
- Implemented strategic coaching methods in practice planning and provided constructive feedback.
- Built strong relationships with varsity level coaches to facilitate a smooth transition for athletes moving up from the junior level.
Volunteer Youth Soccer Coach
AYSO
06 2017 - 11 2023
- Coached various levels of Boys and Co-ed Soccer 12u and older
- Invited to coach All Star teams for 4 seasons
Soccer Referee
Various Paid and Volunteer
07 2003 - Current
Volunteer
Various Organizations
01.2004 - Current
Education
Richlands High School
01.2008
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication and Relations
- Project and Event Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Attitude
- Volunteer Management and Coordination
- Patience When Handling Complaints
- Creative Critical Thinking Skills
- Dispute Mediation
- Organizational Leadership
- Schedule Management
- MS Office and G Suite
- Proficient with Sportsnet Website
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- CDC Concussion
- Safe Sport
- Bloodborne Pathogens and Other Safety Courses (through TUSD)
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest (NFHS)
- Fundamentals of Coaching (NFHS)
- 8u-19u Coach Certified (AYSO)
Timeline
Volunteer
Various Organizations
01.2004 - Current
Instructional Paraprofessional
Tehachapi Unified School District
08 2023 - Current
Regional Commissioner - Volunteer Board
American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
11 2019 - 02 2024
Regional Registrar
American Youth Soccer Organizations (AYSO)
10 2017 - 02 2024
Boys Junior Varsity Soccer Coach
Tehachapi Unified School District
07 2023 - 02 2024
Volunteer Youth Soccer Coach
AYSO
06 2017 - 11 2023
Soccer Referee
Various Paid and Volunteer
07 2003 - Current
Richlands High School
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