An advancement enthusiast who is dedicated to growing and developing both people and communities through best practices and passion. A strong leader who works well under pressure and exudes positivity. Bringing forth an empathetic and professional attitude while committed to providing the best possible personalized service and experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Teacher/Coach
Frisco Independent School District
Frisco, TX
08.2024 - Current
Promoted collaboration and problem-solving skills by facilitating group projects and class discussions.
Established and maintained positive relationships with students by providing support and constructive feedback.
Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Delivered informative lectures and used research materials to help students grasp concepts.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
Implemented injury prevention and recovery programs in collaboration with medical staff.
Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
Speech & Debate Teacher/Coach
Denison High School
Denison, TX
07.2022 - Current
Delivered interactive group instruction to administer lessons and assignments, successfully engaging students of all learning abilities.
Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
Formulated effective training plans for varsity and junior varsity squads of more than 40 athletes.
Worked with boosters, parents and school administrators to handle support functions.
Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Basketball Trainer
Pure Point Hoops
Poultney, VT
08.2012 - Current
PURE POINT HOOPS
Plan individualized goals, design and implement client specific programs and contracts.
Recruit clients and conduct initial and progress meetings with both the student-athlete and parents.
Work 1 on 1 with athletes to boost his/her skill, overall basketball IQ, confidence, aggressiveness, and mental toughness.
Motivate and inspire trainees through positive reinforcement, goal reminders and encouragement
Applied youth development principles to teach children teamwork, sportsmanship and game techniques.
Role modeled positive attitudes and behaviors to students both on and off court.
SITE COORDINATOR
Communities In Schools- Dallas Region
McKinney, TX
09.2021 - 05.2022
Ensured and maintained engagement with children, parents, teachers, and community resources.
Collaborated with school personnel to integrate social, crisis intervention, educational, and vocational services.
Facilitated collaboration with community agencies and organizations for student referral.
Encouraged students to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.
Encouraged students regarding educational issues, such as school adjustment, truancy, study habits, tutoring, and educational support.
Conferred with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators to discuss children's progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to determine priorities for students and their resource needs.
Accurately documented case management files for each managed student.
Produced timely and accurate reports for internal and external parties and provided informative and clear analysis as required.
STORE MANAGER
BEARCLAW NUTRITION
Sherman, TX
03.2021 - 09.2021
Develop strategies for better workplace efficiency and goal achievement.
Participated in recruitment.
Plane and evaluated store activities.
Organize team roles and evaluate employee performance
Documented operational tasks and report to upper-level management 2.
Managed a staff of 10 employees.
Performed official money count every day.
Conducted training sessions.
Ensured consistent store productivity and metrics that increase sales and profitability
Demonstrated excellent people skills in both client and employee relationships
Managed daily operations, administrative duties, scheduling, and sales.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
BEARCLAW NUTRITION
Sherman, TX
03.2020 - 03.2021
Developed and maintained good customer service relationships.
Liaised between managers, customers, and employees.
Oversaw email and phone correspondence.
Provided specific day-to-day direction to staff.
Implemented new workflow procedures.
Trained new employees on store processes and procedures.
Managed daily reports of transactions.
Oversaw day to day store operations.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
ADAMS & ASSOCIATES
San Francisco, CA
01.2020 - 03.2020
Conducted comprehensive screening procedures to determine applicants’ programmatic eligibility and suitability.
Programmed thorough assessment activities and career counseling throughout admissions process.
Implemented organic lead generation model through a variety of community and agency outreach tactics
Served as a liaison for Center staff to facilitate a seamless enrollment process and early student retention.
Established and sustained partnerships with off-campus entities.
FIRST-YEAR ACADEMIC COACH
Green Mountain College
Poultney, VT
09.2018 - 06.2019
Advised caseload of 60 first-year students to a cumulative 0.4 grade point average increase.
Implemented holistic coaching/appreciative-advising techniques to encourage self-advocacy and self-authorship.
Provided thoughtful and individual guidance through weekly consultation and community resources to facilitate networking opportunities.
Monitored students’ personal growth and academic progress via advising and retention software.
Acted as liaison for students and on-campus and community resources to facilitate networking opportunities.
Utilized online student data system and Early Alert system to monitor students’ academic performance, schedules, and athletic participation.
Grew first-year student retention rate from Fall to Spring semester by 65%.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
GREEN MOUNTAIN COLLEGE
Poultney, VT
10.2017 - 09.2018
Recruited prospective students through visiting high schools, college fairs, community events and presentations to classrooms within a designated territory.
Worked with campus partners to disseminate all necessary information to prospective students.
Conducted interviews, reviewed application materials, and assisted in the admissions decision process.
Arranged and conducted campus tours and information presentations.
Assisted with organization of admission events such as Open House and Accepted Student Day.
Special Education Resource and Inclusion Teacher/Liaison at Frisco Independent School District - Liscano Elementary/Wester Middle SchoolSpecial Education Resource and Inclusion Teacher/Liaison at Frisco Independent School District - Liscano Elementary/Wester Middle School