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Melissa Whittington

Lebanon,CA

Summary

I have over 15 years of personal cheerleading experience, including at the collegiate level. I am passionate about coaching and mentoring athletes. Energetic and supportive with passion for team collaboration and personal development. Possesses solid understanding of cheerleading techniques and fitness training, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Dedicated to fostering positive and motivating environment that can drive team success and individual growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Wilson Central
  • Provided motivational support, fostering a positive environment for athletes to grow personally and athletically.
  • Incorporated goal-setting activities into practice sessions, encouraging athletes to strive for continuous growth both on and off the mat.
  • Monitored athlete academic performance to ensure eligibility for competition, promoting a well-rounded student-athlete experience.
  • Improved athlete skill development through the introduction of new drills and exercises tailored to individual needs.

Head Cheerleading Coach

Gladeville Middle School
  • Established effective communication channels among coaches, athletes, parents, and school staff to maintain transparency within the program.
  • Increased overall team morale through fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all cheerleaders.
  • Developed and executed captivating routines for various sporting events, pep rallies, and competitions.
  • Evaluated individual athlete performance regularly to provide targeted feedback for improvement in skills and technique.

Head Cheer Coach

Pleasanton Middle School
  • Coached three seasons with this team.
  • In 2019 I was able to coach Pleasanton Middle to USA Jr. Nationals and take home 1st place competing against 14 other teams.
  • Worked closely with administration to help create well rounded athletes.

Registered Dental Assistant

Generation Dental Arts
- Current
  • I am Currently a RDA at Dr Glasmeier’s office - I have such a passion for helping others and I love being able to help others in a physical way by making everyone’s smile even better

Education

AA - Natural Science

DVC
Pleasant Hill

Registered Dental Assistant - undefined

Carrington College
Pleasant Hill

Skills

  • Skilled in coaching over 25 athletes on a squad
  • Coached the Pleasanton Middle School cheerleading team to a 1st place Win over 13 teams at the 2018 USA Jr Nationals
  • Experience in teaching stunt, tumbling, and jump routines to cheerleading squads
  • Experience and knowledge of safety standards
  • Skilled in coaching a multi level cheerleading squad
  • Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Good observational and motivational skills
  • Skilled in assessing and improving cheerleaders' strength and weaknesses
  • Safety awareness
  • Positive reinforcement

Certification

  • AACCA Spirit Safety Certificate
  • Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
  • Concussions in Sports Certificate
  • CPR/First Aid
  • NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Generation Dental Arts
- Current

AA - Natural Science

DVC

Registered Dental Assistant - undefined

Carrington College

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Wilson Central

Head Cheerleading Coach

Gladeville Middle School

Head Cheer Coach

Pleasanton Middle School

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