Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular Activities
Languages
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Kierra Stephens

Chester,SC

Summary

Dedicated coach with a proven track record in developing athletes and optimizing program operations. Expertise in talent development, strength enhancement, and stamina improvement across various skill levels. Strong knowledge of game rules and winning strategies, complemented by exceptional time management and organizational skills. Aiming to leverage these competencies in entry-level opportunities to contribute to program growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

7th Grade Science Teacher

New Dimensions School
Morganton, NC
10.2024 - Current
  • Creating lesson plans.
  • Leading my students to learn in a fun environment.
  • Time management.
  • Creating connections with co-workers and students.
  • Created engaging activities to help students understand complex scientific concepts.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through discussion-based lessons.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Robert L. Patton High School
Morganton, NC
05.2022 - Current
  • Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
  • Creating several different fundraising opportunities.
  • Giving opportunities to go and watch college lacrosse teams.
  • Recruiting players from within our school.
  • Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.

Assistant Cheer Coach

Liberty Middle School
Morganton, NC
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed various routines.
  • Conducted a workshop focused on stunt techniques.
  • Designed a routine for competition.
  • Created innovative cheer uniforms and practice gear.
  • Instructed beginners in various cheers, dances, and stunts.
  • Planned special events such as pep rallies, spirit week activities and other fund raising activities.
  • Assisted with fundraising activities to support team expenses.
  • Provided feedback to cheerleaders on technique, skill development and performance.
  • Created a positive learning environment that encourages growth both athletically and academically.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Psychology and Human Services

Montreat College
Montreat, NC
09.2023

Dual Enrollment -

Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NC
08.2021

Skills

  • Coaching techniques
  • Team management
  • Effective communication
  • Motivational leadership
  • Player development
  • Game analysis
  • Rules enforcement
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Work Ethic
  • Flexibility

Extracurricular Activities

Small Business Owner, Create, paint, design and sew custom denim jackets Women's Lacrosse Coach, High School Head Coach, taught 10 girls new to the sport how to play, secured 2 wins in 3 years, awarded Coach of the Year by the conference in my first official year as head coach. Cheer Coach, Coached a middle school cheer team, went to competition for the first time in 4 years, with a team that only 2 girls had been to a cheer competition before and won 4th place.

Languages

  • English
  • Sign Language

Accomplishments

  • Was voted by our Conference as coach of the year as a first time head coach
  • Doubled stats in 1 season, with 11 girls with no lacrosse experience

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

7th Grade Science Teacher

New Dimensions School
10.2024 - Current

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach

Robert L. Patton High School
05.2022 - Current

Assistant Cheer Coach

Liberty Middle School
05.2022 - Current

Bachelors of Science - Psychology and Human Services

Montreat College

Dual Enrollment -

Western Piedmont Community College