Kaya Hickman
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Professional figure skating coach centered on student success by creating personalized goals, tailored exercises, and maintaining a positive and encouraging environment for students to flourish in private or group lessons. As a student nurse I have also gained experience in patient care, and knowledge in clinical procedures with a strong commitment to positive patient results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Figure Skating Instructor
Self-employeed
Houston, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions focusing on technique, motivation, and accountability.
- Facilitated group training sessions fostering teamwork and camaraderie among participants.
- Developed tailored lesson plans to enhance students' skating skills and confidence.
- Instructed diverse groups, adapting techniques to various skill levels and learning styles.
- Managed over 15 students and their development.
Barista
Dutch Bros.
Missouri City, TX
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-volume coffee shop environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes to reduce wait times during peak hours.
- Fostered positive team dynamics through collaboration and effective communication skills.
Professional Figure Skater
Self-employeed
Houston, TX
01.2015 - 11.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and good sportsmanship throughout career.
- Learned discipline, the importance of determination, and how to set goals and make a path to achieve them.
- Competed in over 100 state and national competitions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UT Health Houston Cizik School Of Nursing
Houston, TX05-2027
Associate of Science - General Studies
San Jacinto Community College – South Campus
Pearland, TX12-2025
High School Diploma -
Ridge Point High School
Missouri City, TX05-2024
Skills
- Leadership and management of groups
- Microsoft Office programs
- Childcare
- Critical thinking
- Negotiating/reasoning
- Customer service
- Completed EPIC training through MD Anderson
- Task prioritization
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- BLS Certified through AHA
Accomplishments
- Academic Excellence Freshman-Senior year HS
- Gold Medalist – Figure Skating
- Learn to Skate Certified
- Summa Cum Laude - HS
- Deans list at San Jacinto College
Timeline
Barista
Dutch Bros.
10.2024 - 12.2025
Figure Skating Instructor
Self-employeed
02.2022 - Current
Professional Figure Skater
Self-employeed
01.2015 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UT Health Houston Cizik School Of Nursing
Associate of Science - General Studies
San Jacinto Community College – South Campus
High School Diploma -
Ridge Point High School