Kaila Smith
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Dedicated multi-skilled professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
2
2
Certificates
Work History
8th Grade Head Volleyball Coach
Indian Land Middle School
, SC
2022.08 - Current
- Promote stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods
- Prepare athletes for games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning
- Mentored youth on proper volleyball techniques and taught valuable life lessons and sportsmanship through the game of volleyball.
Physical Education Teacher
Lancaster School District
, SC
2021.05 - Current
- Assess student physical fitness levels and adjust objectives according to successes
- Teach physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety
- Leverage diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
- Comply with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs
- Keep classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives
- Arrange materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into team sports.
Agility Specialist
Elite Track And Field Training
Charlotte, NC
2018.08 - Current
- Multi-sport strength development
- Coach individual participants in skills necessary for excellent achievement in target sports
- Plan and schedule in-season practices
- Increase player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices
- Promote proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Educate players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance
- Mentor students ages 10-21 years old.
Head Girl, Track and Field Coach
Springfield Middle School
Fort Mill, SC
2021.01 - 2022.08
- Honed competency in rules, meet procedures and coaching techniques prominent in track and field to build strong routines of training and conditioning
- Coached individual participants in skills necessary for excellent achievement in target sports
- Exercised and taught control and care of school-owned equipment to promote good habits and preserve life of school- owned equipment
- Instructed athletes on macronutrient intake in days prior to meet and meal timing on competition days
- Oversaw safety conditions of sports area during rehearsal and event times
- Enforced reasonable expectations for team conduct on trips and during meets to build positive image for organization and team alike.
Graduate Assistant
The Citadel,The Military College Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
2018.08 - 2020.12
- Greeted and welcomed guests as soon upon arrival
- Directed visitors to appropriate staff
- Answered, screened and forwarded incoming phone calls
- Provided basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
- Received, sorted and distributed daily mail/deliveries
- Updated calendars and schedule meetings
- Inspected sporting equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations
- Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Assistant Sprint and Hurdle Coach
Wingate University
Wingate, NC
2017.08 - 2018.05
- Traveled across region to observe junior athletes and identify potential team recruits
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance
- Coordinated and created workouts, mentored, provided post injury rehabilitation and instruction to athletes
- Enforced discipline and sportsmanlike behavior, establishing and overseeing penalties for breach of standards by individual students
- Pushed athletes through rigorous training drills following practice schedule, enforcing appropriate exertion levels
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
Education
Master’s - Teaching Physical Education
The Citadel Military College of South Carolina
2018.08 - 2020.12
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Western Kentucky University
2014.08 - 2017.05
Bachelor's - Exercise Science
Coastal Carolina University
2013.08 - 2014.05
Certification
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
First Aid/CPR
08-2022
8th Grade Head Volleyball Coach
Indian Land Middle School
2022.08 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Lancaster School District
2021.05 - Current
SC Teaching Certificate License
02-2021
Head Girl, Track and Field Coach
Springfield Middle School
2021.01 - 2022.08
Agility Specialist
Elite Track And Field Training
2018.08 - Current
Graduate Assistant
The Citadel,The Military College Of South Carolina
2018.08 - 2020.12
Master’s - Teaching Physical Education
The Citadel Military College of South Carolina
2018.08 - 2020.12
Assistant Sprint and Hurdle Coach
Wingate University
2017.08 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Western Kentucky University
2014.08 - 2017.05
Bachelor's - Exercise Science
Coastal Carolina University
2013.08 - 2014.05