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Meredith Burkett

St Louis,MO

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate gymnastics coach and former program associate with over 11 years professional experience. Able to work with both individuals and groups. Strong leadership, planning and problem solving abilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Randy Burkett Lighting Design
St. Louis, MO
11.2018 - Current

Assisted in online presence for company: including Facebook, Twitter, and in company website

Organizing project invoices

Gymnastics Coach

St. Louis Gym Centre
Webster Groves, MO
08.2016 - 10.2018
  • Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork
  • Managed various drills and fitness circuits to bolster gymnasts' coordination and performance levels
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective gymnasts through effective direction, communication and mentoring
  • Collaborated with coaches, students and administrators to run high-quality program
  • Reminded athletes and coaching staff to display and promote good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off field
  • Helped to facilitate incoming gymnasts to team level; assisted over 35 gymnasts to higher levels and coached more than fifteen classes per week

Program Associate

The Adoption Exchange
St. Louis, MO
08.2008 - 11.2015
  • Participated in new program development within the St. Louis community through interactive research and networking
  • Family communications, recordkeeping and data entry for enhanced efficiency
  • Designed compelling, informative Missouri Heart Gallery online and print media for perspective adoptive families. Work included organizing photo sessions and interviews for children
  • Successfully completed special projects to exceed goals of both program department and overall organization
  • Maintained daily reports and advised executive leaders in decision-making processes
  • Provided administrative services, including phone and email correspondence, making copies and handling incoming and outgoing mail and faxes
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed
  • Greeted incoming visitors and families professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
  • Communicated with families and social workers via phone and email to confirm quick response to inquiries
  • Assisted in placement of children in foster care with appropriate family settings
  • Assisted in fundraisers and benefits for furthering program development including speaker selections, guest invitations and physical set up

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Vatterott Career College
St. Louis, MO
03.2009

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Safety awareness
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Schedule management
  • Program leadership
  • Group facilitation
  • Teamwork/Collaboration
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Randy Burkett Lighting Design
11.2018 - Current

Gymnastics Coach

St. Louis Gym Centre
08.2016 - 10.2018

Program Associate

The Adoption Exchange
08.2008 - 11.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Vatterott Career College