Kathy King
American Fork High School-Alpine School District
American Fork,UT
32
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a proven track record as Head Swimming Coach at American Fork High School, adept at athlete training and motivation. Successfully guided over 50 swimmers annually to achieve personal and team goals through tailored programs and effective communication. Strong decision-making skills and a commitment to fostering a positive team environment drive results.
Work History
Head Swimming Coach,
19 Years 9 Months- Guided 50+ swimmers annually ranging from 14 to 18 in age to achieve personal and team goals.
- Developed and implemented training programs for diverse skill levels of swimmers.
- Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication and encouragement.
- Analyzed swimmer performance to identify areas for improvement and tailored coaching strategies.
- Organized swim meets, managing logistics and promoting participation among students.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, recommending adjustments to improve overall team performance.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Enhanced athlete endurance and skill with targeted strength and conditioning exercises.
- Analyzed competition results to refine and improve overall team performance.
- Inspired confidence in swimmers by celebrating their achievements and addressing areas for growth in a supportive manner.
- Mediated conflicts between swimmers to maintain positive atmosphere and preserve team morale.
- Maintained up-to-date certifications in CPR/AED/First Aid to ensure adherence to safety standards in emergency situations.
Early Intervention Speech and Language Therapist
5 Years 6 Months- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients with diverse needs.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.
- Adapted interventions as needed based on ongoing assessment of client progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Developed and maintained relationships with referral sources to support continuity of care.
Education
Master Of Science - Speech Pathology & Audiology
Bachelor Of Science Degree - Speech Pathology & Audiology
Skills
Strong Written and Verbal Communication
Practice Planning and Management
Competitive Analysis
Parent Relations
Problem Anticipation and Resolution
Athlete Training and Motivation
Decision Making
Seasonal Planning
Attention to Detail
Collaborative Problem-solving
Flexible scheduling capabilities
Clear instruction giving
Efficient workout planning
Adaptive teaching style
Positive attitude cultivation
Accomplishments
• Guided Team to 5 6A Utah State Championships
•Guided Team to win numerous Region Championships
•Named 4 Time 6A Utah Swimming Coach of the Year
Affiliations
•USCA Member
•NISCA Member
Timeline
Head Swimming Coach,
American Fork High School-Alpine School District
08.2004 - 05.2024Read More
Early Intervention Speech and Language Therapist
Six Counties Association of Governments
08.1992 - 02.1998Read More
Florida State University
Master Of Science from Speech Pathology & Audiology
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Florida State University
Bachelor Of Science Degree from Speech Pathology & Audiology
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