Melissa Rath
Cheerleading Coach
Holley,NY
Summary
Talented Cheerleading Coach familiar with game, competition and pep rally management. Superior work ethic and disciplined mentality focused on maximizing team member fitness, skill and collaborative abilities. Bringing 9 years' experience and the desire to help students develop into confident performers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheerleading Coach
Batavia Bulldawgs
Batavia, NY
07.2012 - Current
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Analyzed and developed new routines to be performed by cheerleaders through Stunts.
- Managed activities of team mascot, coordinating travel and keeping equipment ready for all performances.
- Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments.
- Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting and tumbling techniques.
- Collaborated with Cheer Director to coordinate pep rallies and other events.
- 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.
- Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
- Checked squad member uniform, attitude and form before all events.
- Taught range of sport-specific skills with optimal safety standards.
- Coordinated with other coaches to improve performance of up to 22 cheerleaders.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
GCC
Batavia, NYSkills
Pep rally development
Verbal and written communication
Special events planning
Safety awareness
Performance improvements
Nondiscriminatory practices
Strategic planning
Team Bonding
Motivational leadership style
Team Training
Physical and endurance training
Fitness assessments
Sports injuries training
Game rules
Timeline
Cheerleading Coach
Batavia Bulldawgs
07.2012 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
GCC