Leigh Phillips
Parsons,KS
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Volleyball Coach
USD 506
08.2020 - Current
- Increased team''s overall win rate with consistent evaluations of game footage and targeted improvement strategies.
- Strengthened relationships with alumni, boosting their involvement in supporting current players and teams.
- Coordinated summer camps for aspiring volleyball players, fostering interest in the sport among young talents.
- Overcame scheduling conflicts creatively while maintaining fairness amongst all participating teams within district competitions.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training plans and conducting regular practice sessions.
- Fostered a positive coaching environment by addressing player concerns promptly and providing constructive feedback.
- Conducted frequent performance reviews of coaching staff members to ensure high-quality instruction throughout the program.
- Developed strong relationships with players, fostering teamwork and communication on and off the court.
- Monitored academic status of volleyball student-athletes for eligibility requirements.
Life Science Instructor
USD 506
08.2020 - Current
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback to support ongoing growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Provided additional support for struggling learners by offering after-school tutoring sessions focused on reinforcing key concepts from class instruction.
- Partnered with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, discussing areas of improvement and celebrating achievements together.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing the overall educational experience.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication, fostering deeper understanding of course material.
Sales Rep
McGraw-Hill Education
11.2014 - 01.2020
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
- Collaborated with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for increased brand awareness.
Life Science Instructor
USD 506
08.2007 - 10.2014
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback to support ongoing growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Provided additional support for struggling learners by offering after-school tutoring sessions focused on reinforcing key concepts from class instruction.
- Partnered with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, discussing areas of improvement and celebrating achievements together.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing the overall educational experience.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication, fostering deeper understanding of course material.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to expose students to real-world applications of scientific principles.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance by sharing insights gained from analyzing assessment data within the science department.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for science education and incorporate new strategies into teaching methods.
Head Volleyball coach
Erie High School
07.2006 - 10.2006
- Increased team''s overall win rate with consistent evaluations of game footage and targeted improvement strategies.
- Strengthened relationships with alumni, boosting their involvement in supporting current players and teams.
- Coordinated summer camps for aspiring volleyball players, fostering interest in the sport among young talents.
- Overcame scheduling conflicts creatively while maintaining fairness amongst all participating teams within district competitions.
Head Volleyball Coach, Head Basketball Coach, Student Life Coordinator
Labette Community College
07.2001 - 07.2006
- Increased team''s overall win rate with consistent evaluations of game footage and targeted improvement strategies.
- Strengthened relationships with alumni, boosting their involvement in supporting current players and teams.
- Coordinated summer camps for aspiring volleyball players, fostering interest in the sport among young talents.
- Overcame scheduling conflicts creatively while maintaining fairness amongst all participating teams within district competitions.
- Established a strong community presence by actively engaging in local events and promoting the volleyball program.
- Conducted frequent performance reviews of coaching staff members to ensure high-quality instruction throughout the program.
- Scheduled and organized all practice sessions for volleyball athletes with help of assistant coaches.
- Developed strong relationships with players, fostering teamwork and communication on and off the court.
- Recruited top talent from local high schools, contributing to a competitive and successful team roster.
- Organized successful fundraising events to support the volleyball program''s financial needs.
- Collaborated with athletic director in hiring of assistant coaches and other staff members.
- Maintained open-door policy with volleyball players, enabling free discuss of concerns or issues without fear of reprisal.
- Motivated athletes through effective goal-setting strategies, resulting in increased drive towards personal improvement.
- Expanded visibility of the program by building relationships with both local media outlets and online platforms.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion initiatives within the campus community by facilitating workshops and trainings on cultural competence and allyship.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing programs using assessment tools, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes accordingly.
- Managed budget allocations for various student organizations, ensuring responsible spending and proper documentation of expenses.
- Developed innovative strategies to increase student participation in campus events, leading to higher attendance rates.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Biological Sciences
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2007
Associates of Science -
Coffeyville Community College
Coffeyville, KS05.1998
Skills
- Self-Starter
- Proficient in Google applications, Microsoft Suite
- Problem-Solving
- Persistent
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Volleyball fundamentals
- Team Management
- Training routines
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Head Volleyball Coach
USD 506
08.2020 - Current
Life Science Instructor
USD 506
08.2020 - Current
Sales Rep
McGraw-Hill Education
11.2014 - 01.2020
Life Science Instructor
USD 506
08.2007 - 10.2014
Head Volleyball coach
Erie High School
07.2006 - 10.2006
Head Volleyball Coach, Head Basketball Coach, Student Life Coordinator
Labette Community College
07.2001 - 07.2006
Bachelors of Science - Biological Sciences
Pittsburg State University
Associates of Science -
Coffeyville Community College
Teaching Certificate
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