Ramona Mendez
Grand Ledge,MI
Summary
Enthused individual demonstrating bold vision, attention to detail and dynamic interpersonal talents. Bilingual Athletic Director with 9 years of developing and promoting a sound interscholastic athletic experience for students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
Lansing School District, Lansing Eastern High School
2015.08 - Current
- Oversees all aspects of the athletic programs as a Certified Athletic Administrator
- Responsible for hiring, training, and mentoring coaches for 17 athletic programs
- Conduct annual coaches’ evaluations
- Managed a $600,000 annual budget
- Ensured internal controls are in place so the programs do not exceed the budget and the accounts are reconciled
- Promotes student academic success by initiating a student-athlete tutoring program and implementing the Lansing Eastern Varsity Club
- Scheduled and operated the high school athletic events which include, facilities, concessions, ticket sales, and security
- In addition, operated post-season tournaments for the MHSAA
- Raised funds for athletic programs by organizing an annual golf outing and raised funds for the softball program by establishing a highly profitable annual food sale
- The fundraiser generated thousands of dollars which are used for items unable to be purchased under the budget, such as uniforms.
Head Softball Coach
Lansing Eastern High School
2009.01 - Current
- Develops and oversees a successful softball program by teaching and training the players on game format and techniques
- Keeps field, facilities and equipment organized and well-maintained.
Spanish Teacher
Lansing Eastern High School
2014.09 - 2015.06
- Instruct 7-12th grade students in level 1 and level 2 Spanish using the Michigan World Language and Benchmark goals.
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Waverly School District, All Waverly Elementary Schools
2008.01 - 2014.01
- Instruct K-6th students in early elementary Spanish using the Michigan World Language and Benchmark goals.
Second Language Teacher
Yancey County Schools
2007.08 - 2008.08
- Cane Creek and E
- Yancey Middle Schools
- Instruct 6-8th grade students in mastery of the English language by utilizing the Sheltered Instruction Observational Protocol Model.
Education
Masters of Science - Sports Management And Athletic Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH09.2023
Master of Education - K-12 English As A Second Language
Jones International University
Centennial, CO05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Spanish, English As A Second Language
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC05.2007
Skills
- Athletic Program Development
- Coordination of Facilities
- Eligibility Requirements
- Event Management
- Implementing Academic Standards and Resources
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Athlete Orientations
- Coaches Orientations
- Athlete Support
Affiliations
- Member of the Michigan Interscholastic Athletic Association, 2015 to Present
- Member of the National Interscholastic Athletic Association, 2015 to Present
Certification
- Certified Athletic Administrator, National Interscholastic Athletic Association - 2018 to Present
- K-12 Spanish Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan - 2008 to Present
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Athletic Director
Lansing School District, Lansing Eastern High School
2015.08 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Lansing Eastern High School
2014.09 - 2015.06
Head Softball Coach
Lansing Eastern High School
2009.01 - Current
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Waverly School District, All Waverly Elementary Schools
2008.01 - 2014.01
Second Language Teacher
Yancey County Schools
2007.08 - 2008.08
Masters of Science - Sports Management And Athletic Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Education - K-12 English As A Second Language
Jones International University
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Spanish, English As A Second Language
Mars Hill University
- Certified Athletic Administrator, National Interscholastic Athletic Association - 2018 to Present
- K-12 Spanish Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan - 2008 to Present
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