Nicholas Ponce
Loxahatchee,FL
Summary
Goal-Oriented coach with solid background in building and managing individual and group training programs. Experienced optimizing athletic performance through speed, strength and power conditioning. Detail-oriented, systematic and driven to achieve remarkable results with every athlete.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Florida Atlantic University
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Governed dynamics of strength and conditioning coach operations
- Assisted Return to Play athletes during in season training
- Assisted in leading training sessions for FAU Cheer and Dance teams.
- Facilitated communication between athletes, coaches, and support staff to promote a cohesive team environment.
- Collected data and understood the functions of various technologies utilized (Catapult, Polar, Vmax Pro, Brower, Dasher)
Graduate Assistant
Florida Atlantic University
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Supported course instruction through leading breakout sessions, group discussions, and supplementary lessons designed to reinforce key concepts.
- Managing research equipment.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Florida Atlantic University
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Governed dynamics of strength and conditioning coach operations
- Collected data and understood the functions of various technologies utilized (Catapult, Polar, Vmax Pro, Brower, Dasher)
- Knowledgeable in FRC and FRA movement screenings and assessments.
Lodge Sales Lead
Dicks Sporting Goods
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted in development of monthly sales goals to motivate team and drive business objectives.
- Provided clear communication through directing on-floor work assignments
- Lead and communicated company objectives to store associates
- Provided exceptional service to all customers while upholding company standards.
Summer Camp Coordinator
Town Of Jupiter
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Planned field trips for the summer
- Provided camp counselors direction for their day-to-day activities
- Developed positive relationships with staff and maintained a positive rapport with parents/guardians.
Certified Afterschool Counselor
Marsh Pointe Elementary
01.2016 - 04.2020
- Lead and guided elementary aged students
- Ensured the safety of all students during all activities
- Maintained a positive attitude with students, staff, and parents.
Summer Camp Counselor
Town Of Jupiter
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Supervised elementary aged students on field trips and during day-to-day activities at camp site
- Ensured the safety of all students within the camp
- Implemented and lead activities on a daily basis.
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Science
Florida Atlantic University
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Florida Atlantic University
04.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
05.2019
Skills
- Coaching Experience
- Olympic Lifting Techniques
- Facility Maintenance
- CPR/AED
- Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) – Expected completion by September 2024
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor (American Red Cross) – 9/2022 – Present
- Basic Adult/Pediatric CPR & AED Certified (National CPR) – 6/2022 – Present
- Experience with Microsoft Applications
Timeline
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Florida Atlantic University
07.2023 - 12.2023
Graduate Assistant
Florida Atlantic University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern
Florida Atlantic University
05.2022 - 08.2022
Lodge Sales Lead
Dicks Sporting Goods
06.2020 - 05.2022
Summer Camp Coordinator
Town Of Jupiter
12.2019 - 06.2020
Summer Camp Counselor
Town Of Jupiter
08.2017 - 12.2019
Certified Afterschool Counselor
Marsh Pointe Elementary
01.2016 - 04.2020
Intern
Master of Science - Exercise Science
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Palm Beach State College
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