Linda Casella
West Chester,PA
Summary
Dynamic Tennis Professional with a proven track record at Tennis Addiction Sports Club, excelling in tournament organization and enhancing student engagement. Adept at technique analysis and delivering exceptional customer service, I foster motivation and collaboration among team members, driving competition results and creating a positive learning environment. Veteran tennis player and coach with several years of experience. Knowledgeable about conditioning athletes, planning exercises, and establishing healthy diets for optimal performance. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Tennis Professional
Tennis Addiction Sports Club
West Chester, Pennsylvania
01.2018 - 09.2024
- Conducted private and group tennis lessons
- Assisted in organizing club tournaments and events
- Improved motivation of younger team members and boosted competition results.
- Responded promptly and professionally to customer inquiries regarding services offered.
Desk Receptionist
Penn Oaks Tennis
West Chester, PA
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Greeted and assisted visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline front desk operations effectively.
- Provided administrative support by filing documents and managing records.
- Maintained reception area cleanliness and organization at all times.
- Coordinated meeting rooms, preparing spaces for events and conferences.
- Managed incoming calls, directing inquiries to appropriate departments.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained calendar for office staff.
Teacher/Principal
Graystone Academy
Coatesville, Pennsylvania
09.2006 - 09.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and provided feedback.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and concerns.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Encouraged and voiced positive feedback to mentor and motivate new teachers.
Preschool Teacher
Barnsworth and Westminister
West Chester, PA
09.1988 - 06.2014
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ06-1979
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Md
College Park, MD06-1971
Skills
- Tennis coaching
- Tournament organization
- Sports conditioning
- Technique analysis
- Customer service
- Student engagement
- Administrative support
- Communication skills
Affiliations
- I have played and taught tennis for 20+ years. I have captained many teams and love the game!
Timeline
Tennis Professional
Tennis Addiction Sports Club
01.2018 - 09.2024
Desk Receptionist
Penn Oaks Tennis
01.2016 - 06.2022
Teacher/Principal
Graystone Academy
09.2006 - 09.2015
Preschool Teacher
Barnsworth and Westminister
09.1988 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Education
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Md
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