Kayla Mackey
Republic,Missouri
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. Self-motivated professional whom brings proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Independently solves problems and keeps teams on task to handle diverse business requirements. History retaining clients and talented staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head STUNT the Sport Coach
Drury University
2021.10 - Current
- Established the school's STUNT the sport program
- AACCA National Safety Certified
- Certified to Coach STUNT through USA Cheer
- Established and continuously assessed the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures
- Ensured employees were trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures
- Monitored and encouraged the regular progress toward an academic degree of those student-athletes who are on the team
- Scheduled and coached all practices, games, and school appearances
- Prepared the team to compete in STUNT the sport
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive recruiting plan
- Communicated with sports medicine staff to follow all team procedures regarding injuries, practice schedules, etc
- Prepared and oversaw approved budget as well as ordered necessary equipment
- Handled all travel arrangements: vehicle request, meal/lodging reservations, and necessary correspondence
- Organized tryouts annually
- Monitored academic progress for STUNT athletes
- Fostered and supported student-athlete growth and welfare.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Improved team cohesion by organizing regular bonding activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
Head STUNT the Sport Coach/Cheer Coach
Southwest Baptist University
2018.04 - 2021.10
- Established the school's first ever STUNT the sport program
- AACCA National Safety Certified
- Certified to Coach STUNT through USA Cheer
- Effectively recruited student-athletes for our private college
- Grew the program from 10 to the full 36 allowed by the second year
- Scheduled and coached all practices, games, and school appearances
- Prepared the team to compete in STUNT the sport and placed 15th in the country our first year
- Communicated with sports medicine staff to follow all team procedures regarding injuries, practice schedules, etc
- Prepared and oversaw approved budget as well as ordered necessary equipment
- Handled all travel arrangements: vehicle request, meal/lodging reservations, and necessary correspondence
- Organized tryouts annually
- Secured judges for these and handled notifying applicants
- Monitored academic progress for STUNT athletes
- Fostered and supported student-athlete growth and welfare.
Student Teacher- Grade 5
Humansville Elementary School
- Prepared and effectively executed lesson plans working from the schools curriculum
- Provide a safe and secure environment for all students
- Implement positive discipline when required
- Establish routines and provide positive guidance
- Participated in community activities
- Communicated students' progress to parents.
Head Cheer Coach
Southwest Baptist University
2015.05 - 2021.10
- Scheduled and coached all practices and appearances
- Coached game day performances at home basketball and football games
- Monitored student-athlete development, skill progression, and safety
- Established and enforced team standards of conduct
- Established a relationship with UCA (Universal Cheerleading Association) by taking the team to their first ever UCA camp and competing for the first time in 20 years placing 1st in sideline cheer, overall game day performance and band chant.
Education
Masters of Education -
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO05.2018
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Counseling -
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO05.2015
Skills
- Customer Service
- Expense Reporting
- Budget Development
- Travel Arrangements
- Attention to Detail
- Office Administration
- Documentation And Reporting
- Decision-Making
- Team Building and Leadership
- Personable and Approachable
- Data Confidentiality
- Team Collaboration
- Schedule Coordination
- Staff Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Scheduling
- Relationship Development
- Goal Setting
- Employee Supervision
- Deadline Adherence
- Business Administration
- New Hire Onboarding
- Bookkeeping
- Resourceful and Analytical
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
- Multiple Priorities Management
- Performance Improvement
- Flexible Schedule
- Effective Communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building Relationships
- Team motivation
- Motivational leadership style
- Safety awareness
- Athlete Development
- Ethics and integrity
References
- Bianca Bergman, McKendree University, Head Cheer Coach, 618-604-6477
- Karen Henson, Drury University, Assistant AD and Director of Compliance and STUNT supervisor, 417-328-8567
- Chris Martin, Allison Sports Town, General Sports Manager, 417-298-2390
- Dr. C. Pat Taylor, Oklahoma Baptist University, Oklahoma Baptist University President, 850-737-3582
Timeline
Head STUNT the Sport Coach
Drury University
2021.10 - Current
Head STUNT the Sport Coach/Cheer Coach
Southwest Baptist University
2018.04 - 2021.10
Head Cheer Coach
Southwest Baptist University
2015.05 - 2021.10
Student Teacher- Grade 5
Humansville Elementary School
Masters of Education -
Southwest Baptist University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Counseling -
Southwest Baptist University
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