Kyle Ligon
Middletown,CT
Summary
Motivational Coach experienced in interpersonal communication and strategic planning. Achieved enhanced performance outcomes through tailored approaches that foster individual and team growth. Organized and dependable, managed multiple priorities with a positive attitude while taking on additional responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Transition Coordinator
Coginchaug Regional High School
Durham, CT
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated transition plans for students, enhancing educational pathways and ensuring smooth program entry.
- Collaborated with educators to align curriculum with student needs during transitions.
- Implemented tracking systems for monitoring student progress through various transitional stages.
- Developed resources and workshops to support student acclimation to high school programs.
Strength and Conditioning/Hitting Coach
Hartford PAL
Hartford, CT
10.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Implemented strategic practice sessions to improve overall team effectiveness and player engagement.
- Evaluated player progress through regular assessments, adapting strategies to meet diverse needs.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Athlete Training Institute
Cromwell, CT
01.2018 - Current
- Enhanced athletic performance by improving athletes' speed, strength, and power through tailored training programs.
- Supported athletes' recovery and injury prevention by teaching proper lifting techniques, supervising workouts, and assessing performance throughout the program.
- Monitored athletes' health metrics during training sessions., while also providing nutritional advice or referring athletes to a registered dietitian if they need more sophisticated nutritional counseling.
Coordinator of Behavioral Support
Woodland School (East Hartford Public Schools)
East Hartford, CT
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Supervised all non-certified staff.
- Coordinated daily operations for student programs, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to schedules.
- Developed and implemented efficient communication strategies among staff, students, and parents.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff, enhancing team performance and operational knowledge.
- Monitored program effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
ABA Therapist
REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 13
Durham, CT
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided specialized ABA instruction (discrete trials) to identified students.
- Identified, developed, and modified ABA programs collaboratively with ABA Lead and team to enhance student outcomes.
- To collect accurate data and interpret this data with ABA Lead and team as appropriate to modify programming.
- Collected accurate data and interpreted it with ABA Lead and team to modify programming.
- Addressed individual students' behavioral needs through targeted interventions to support their learning and development.
- To participate in pre-teaching meetings, team meetings, and PPTs.
- Modified classroom materials and resources to meet student needs.
- Delivered home programming and instruction to students.
- Promoted core ethical values by engaging with students, colleagues, and parents in discussions and activities.
Behaviorist
Jumoke Academy
Hartford, CT
12.2017 - 02.2021
- Supported teachers within the classroom setting by creating a safe and effective learning environment for students.
- Informed students of daily schedules/tasks, reported inappropriate behaviors, answered subject-related queries, and resolved conflicts while maintaining classroom focus.
- Inform students of their daily schedules/tasks, report any inappropriate behaviors, answer queries related to subject material, and resolve any conflicts that may arise without disrupting the learning environment.
- Developed genuine relationships with students rooted in honesty and trust.
Paraprofessional
Wheeler Clinic
Plainville, CT
11.2009 - 03.2017
- Educated students facing complex social, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and developmental challenges to foster personal growth.
- Created safe, comfortable learning environment while teaching essential social skills for everyday interactions.
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated instructional programs, assessing student progress to tailor support and enhance learning outcomes.
Education
Psychology
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT01-2008
Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT01-2007
High School Diploma -
Bristol Eastern High School
06-2005
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Autism Experience
- Program Management
- Operations Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Transition Planning
- Group Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Student Safety
- Relationship Building
Certification
First Aid Certification, March 2022 to Present, Driver's License
Timeline
Strength and Conditioning/Hitting Coach
Hartford PAL
10.2025 - Current
Transition Coordinator
Coginchaug Regional High School
06.2025 - Current
Coordinator of Behavioral Support
Woodland School (East Hartford Public Schools)
04.2023 - 06.2025
ABA Therapist
REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 13
02.2021 - 04.2023
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Athlete Training Institute
01.2018 - Current
Behaviorist
Jumoke Academy
12.2017 - 02.2021
Paraprofessional
Wheeler Clinic
11.2009 - 03.2017
Psychology
Tunxis Community College
Psychology
Eastern Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
Bristol Eastern High School
Additional information
Currently the Districts certified PMT instructor.
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License; class "A" drivers license endorsement
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer