Matthew Hall
Soccer Coach
Portola Valley,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Highly Accomplished Athletic Leader and Program Manager with over two decades of professional experience blending critically acute emergency response and management with inspirational and successful soccer team development. Overall coaching record of 48-7-4 equaling a winning percentage of 84.7%. Possessing impeccable standards, emotionally grounded with a comprehensive soccer background which includes the United Soccer Coaches Advanced National License, Level C UEFA badge and experience as a NCAA Division I player and Collegiate coach. Skilled in collegiate and high school program leadership, development, oversight, mentoring and written/verbal communication. Dedicated to Team and Athlete Development, coordinating all aspects of a soccer program from collegiate recruitment, budget administration, developing comprehensive training strategies to meticulous student-athlete academic monitoring. Proven ability to create positive and inspiring educational atmospheres both on and off the field. Expertise in High-Stress Leadership leveraging a background in Fire/Emergency Services and Incident Command to demonstrate exceptional judgment, composure, and emotional stability in critical situations. Fire Captain/Paramedic bringing a disciplined, focused attitude with specific goals, high moral standards and an unwavering commitment to high stakes operational management in academic and athletic environments.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Varsity Soccer Coach
Prospect High School
01.1998 - 1999
- Accountable for coaching and supervising the Boys Varsity soccer team, including uniform/equipment acquisition and oversight.
- Implemented Player Responsibility Expectations and served as Statistical and Video Coordinator.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Engaged parents, players and staff to maintain open, constructive communications.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
- Established individual goals and monitored player performance to support achievement.
- Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.
- Coordinated game and practice schedules within rigid training timeframes.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
Captain, Safety/EMS Officer (Seasonal)
Fallen Leaf Fire Department
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Assumed Incident Command (ICS/SEMS) for 911 fire and medical emergencies, including planning, tactical, logistical, and safety decisions.
- Supervised up to 20 paid-call volunteers during all aspects of emergency response, operations and training. Planned and assigned work for Engine Companies, Marine Units, Brush Units, Hand Crews and Search & Rescue Teams.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
Paramedic, Field Training Officer; Analyst/Instructor
American Medical Response Monterey
01.1992 - 01.1999
- Served as a regional instructor for health and safety training for AMR employees across Northern California, including emergency vehicle operations and patient care.
- Supervised, instructed, and evaluated up to 50 students in both classroom and field settings, assisting in the development and implementation of the National Field Training Officer Education Manual.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Performed audits of subsidiaries to protect shareholders and potential investors from fraudulent or unrepresentative financial claims.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Primary Family Caregiver
Private
Portola Valley, CA
2006 - 2024
- Demonstrated long-term commitment, dedication, and organizational expertise while managing complex personal, family and volunteer extensive commitments.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Soccer Coach / Substitute Teacher
Zurich International School (ZIS)
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Coached student-athletes in the International School Soccer League in Europe, coordinating and leading player practices and games.
- Community engagement included developing and administering The Ghana Cup, a successful fundraising tournament supporting the ZIS Sister School in Ghana.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Engaged parents, players and staff to maintain open, constructive communications.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Established individual goals and monitored player performance to support achievement.
- Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
- Coordinated game and practice schedules within rigid training timeframes.
- Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Training Coordinator, Emergency Medicine
Stanford University School of Medicine
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Served as the Primary Instructor for Neurological Emergency Treatment Trials (NETT), providing advanced training to affiliated EMS agencies.
- Collaborated on the development and implementation of the Rapid Anticonvulsant Medication Prior to Arrival Trial (RAMPART).
- Represented the School of Medicine as a key liaison to public safety and healthcare organizations, ensuring program compliance and promoting interagency collaboration.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Used [Software] to design training for [Type] employees and increase company retention and productivity rates [Number]%.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for [Type] and [Type] training courses.
- Created and oversaw [Type] training programs for operations.
- Wrote training manuals for [Type] employees and [Type] positions according to strict company guidelines and [Type] protocols.
- Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring [Number]%.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
- Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Wrote contracts for company employees, working towards satisfactory agreement between executives, employees and personal goals.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
Menlo College
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Assisted in all aspects of the NCAA program, ensuring compliance, directing recruitment efforts, meticulous mentoring and motivating student athletes for their overall well being while ensuring academic and athletic success.
- Managed team operations including executive summaries, video preparation, equipment procurement, travel logistics, player academic monitoring, and overseeing successful fundraising enterprise and youth camps.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Engaged parents, players and staff to maintain open, constructive communications.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Established individual goals and monitored player performance to support achievement.
- Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
- Coordinated game and practice schedules within rigid training timeframes.
- Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
Firefighter/Paramedic (Service Retirement)
San Rafael Fire Department
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Performed fire suppression, technical rescue, and provided Advanced Life Support (ALS) for 911 emergency calls.
- Coordinated emergency response with multiple public safety agencies, ensuring cohesive multi-jurisdictional operations.
Head Varsity Soccer Coach
Saratoga High School
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Responsible for all aspects of the boys’ varsity soccer program, including developing successful training strategies and managing the entire team budget (travel, equipment, apparel).
- Monitored and supported player academic progress and maintained open communication with parents and administrators.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Science - History , Teaching Credential
San Jose State University
San Jose, CaliforniaNCAA Compliance Graduate Certification -
University of Mississippi
06-2026
Licenced Paramedic - Paramedicine
Santa Cruz ROP
Santa Cruz, CA01-1998
Skills
- Coaching & Leadership: Comprehensive Program Development, Budget Management, Collegiate and High School Recruitment, Technical/Tactical Instruction, Athlete Academic Monitoring and Mentoring to ensure overall mental and physical wellbeing of student-athletes
- Training & Program Management: Curriculum Development, Instructor Training, Certification Management, Policy Development, Quality Assurance, Interagency Collaboration
- Emergency Response & Command: Incident Command System (ICS), NIMS, Advanced Life Support (ALS), Structural/Wildland Firefighting, Technical Rescue
- Communication & Administration: Technical writing, Report Generating, Public Speaking, Interagency Liaison Services, Data Analysis
- Social interaction
- Recreational activities
- Care plan development
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Coaching Licenses & Certifications
- United Soccer Coaches: Advanced National License; Multiple Certifications
- Positive Coaching Alliance: Youth Coach Certified
- National Association of High School Sports: Secondary School Coaching Certified
- Emergency Services Licenses & Certifications
- Paramedic: State of California License #16632; National Registry #P0916838
- Certified Instructor Trainer: AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), CPR, Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).
- NIMS/ICS/NWCG: ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, ICS-500, ICS-700, S-130, S-131, S-190, S-290, RX-310 (Comprehensive training and application of Standard Emergency Management System).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Playing Experience
- Member, Men's Soccer (NCAA DI) | Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington (1990 - 1992)
- Member, Men's Soccer, Team Captain | Marymount College, Palos Verdes, California (1988 - 1990)
Affiliations
- US Soccer Coaches/
Quote
Can’t you try just a little bit harder,
Couldn't you try just a little bit more,
A little bit harder, just a little bit more,
A little bit further than you've gone before.
- Robert Hunter
Timeline
Soccer Coach / Substitute Teacher
Zurich International School (ZIS)
01.2013 - 01.2018
Training Coordinator, Emergency Medicine
Stanford University School of Medicine
01.2008 - 01.2012
Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
Menlo College
01.2006 - 01.2008
Firefighter/Paramedic (Service Retirement)
San Rafael Fire Department
01.1999 - 01.2007
Varsity Soccer Coach
Prospect High School
01.1998 - 1999
Captain, Safety/EMS Officer (Seasonal)
Fallen Leaf Fire Department
01.1995 - 01.1999
Head Varsity Soccer Coach
Saratoga High School
01.1995 - 01.1997
Paramedic, Field Training Officer; Analyst/Instructor
American Medical Response Monterey
01.1992 - 01.1999
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Science - History , Teaching Credential
San Jose State University
NCAA Compliance Graduate Certification -
University of Mississippi
Licenced Paramedic - Paramedicine
Santa Cruz ROP
Primary Family Caregiver
Private
2006 - 2024