Landon Zellars
Fairfield
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Tumbling/Stunt Instructor with a proven track record at Empire Premier Academy, enhancing gymnastic skills through innovative teaching methods and curriculum planning. Expert in fostering learning skills development and ensuring athlete safety. Demonstrated ability to tailor lessons for maximum individual improvement, with a focus on achieving competitive excellence.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tumbling/Stunt Instructor
Empire Premier Academy
01.2019 - Current
- Utilized standard gymnastics curriculum to teach proper form and safe conduction of high-risk moves.
- Spotted athletes during tumbling exercises and on trampoline to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Prepared gym with necessary equipment to support gymnastic activities.
- Assessed skill of different gymnasts and tailored lessons to follow deficiencies.
- Conducted skills assessments for participants with rigorous industry standards.
Head Cheerleading Coach/Program Director
Princeton City Schools
06.2016 - Current
- Taught range of sport-specific skills with optimal safety standards.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Provided training direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare cheerleaders for competitive events.
Cheerleading Choreographer
Self Employed Services
04.2015 - Current
- Prepared student groups for competitions with routines, exercise regimens and instruction on specific techniques.
- Managed exercise, conditioning and flexibility improvement programs.
- Helped students work on facial expressions to match cheer moves.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
- Networked through multiple social media sites to increase community engagement and recruit new cheerleaders.
Head Cheerleading Coach
Mount St. Joseph University
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
All Girl Cheerleading Coach
Kentucky State University
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Paid specific attention to each individual team member to deliver constructive criticism balanced with praise.
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
Education
Master of Arts - Sports Adminstration
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05-2022
Skills
- Learning skills development
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Innovative teaching methods
Certification
- Certified Tumbling Trainer
- Certified Stunting Trainer
- USA Certified Cheerleading Coach
- OHSAA Certified Coach
Timeline
Head Cheerleading Coach
Mount St. Joseph University
08.2023 - 07.2024
Tumbling/Stunt Instructor
Empire Premier Academy
01.2019 - Current
All Girl Cheerleading Coach
Kentucky State University
06.2018 - 06.2020
Head Cheerleading Coach/Program Director
Princeton City Schools
06.2016 - Current
Cheerleading Choreographer
Self Employed Services
04.2015 - Current
- Certified Tumbling Trainer
- Certified Stunting Trainer
- USA Certified Cheerleading Coach
- OHSAA Certified Coach
Master of Arts - Sports Adminstration
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
University of Cincinnati
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