Sara Salinas
Edinburg
Summary
Sports coach with extensive experience at Edinburg CISD, specializing in training and mentoring athletes in multiple sports. Demonstrated ability in strategy development, team building, and performance analysis, leading to measurable improvements in team performance and athlete progression. Committed to creating a positive and competitive environment that enhances athlete motivation and success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Edinburg CISD, South Middle School
Edinburg
10.2016 - Current
- Coached volleyball, cross-country, soccer, track & field, and softball teams.
- Delivered physical education classes focusing on exercise strategies and safety.
- Assessed student fitness levels and adjusted objectives based on performance.
- Applied knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to develop effective exercise programs.
- Promoted health and well-being concepts beyond traditional physical fitness.
English IV Teacher/Assistant Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
Edinburg
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Coached JV Volleyball and Track& Field.
- Challenged and engaged students through in-depth lectures, debates and discussions and literary subjects.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
English II Teacher/Head Volleyball Coach
Edinburg CISD, J. Economedes High School
Edinburg
09.2012 - 05.2016
- Coached Varsity Volleyball and Track and Field.
- Instructed players, both individually and in groups, on rules and regulations for volleyball.
- Collaborated with campus athletic coordinator in hiring of assistant coaches and other staff members.
- Scheduled and organized all practice sessions for volleyball athletes with help of assistant coaches.
- Maintained open-door policy with volleyball players, enabling free discuss of concerns or issues without fear of reprisal.
English IV Teacher / Head Track & Field Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
Edinburg
08.2005 - 05.2012
- Coached Track & Field, Volleyball and Basketball.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Planned and scheduled regular program of in-season and off-season practices.
- Pushed athletes through rigorous training drills following practice schedule, enforcing appropriate exertion levels.
- Coached individual participants in skills necessary for excellent achievement in target sports.
English II Teacher/Freshman Volleyball Coach
Austin ISD, James Bowie High School
Austin
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
English IV AP Teacher/Assistant Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
Edinburg
08.1999 - 05.2004
- Coached Cross-Country, Track & Field and Volleyball.
- Challenged and engaged students through in-depth lectures, debates and discussions and literary subjects.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Built positive and productive relationships with parents of student athletes.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
Edinburg
08.1998 - 05.1999
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Reading Teacher & Coach
Santa Rosa ISD, Santa Rosa Middle School
Santa Rosa
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Coached Middle School Volleyball and Basketball and High School Track & Field.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
Reading/Writing Teacher & Coach
Edcouch-Elsa ISD, EE Middle School
Edcouch
08.1996 - 05.1997
- Coached Freshmen Basketball and Varsity Track & Field.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology Sport Management
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Education Certification
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTPA)
Edinburg, TX08-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08.1996
Skills
- Positive interactions and communication
- Health and wellness education
- Exercise strategies and sports education
- Student behavior management
- Equipment inspection and setup
- Rule enforcement and expectations
- Exercise program development
- Student fitness assessment
- Sports coaching techniques
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
References
- Nathan Garza, South Middle School PE Department Chair
- Mike Vela, South Middle School Athletic Coordinator
- Sabrina Rios, South Middle School Female Athletic Coordinator
- Mr. Russen Vela, South Middle School Principal
Affiliations
- Girl Scout Troop 059 Volunteer
- National Charity League Patroness
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Edinburg CISD, South Middle School
10.2016 - Current
English IV Teacher/Assistant Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
08.2016 - 10.2016
English II Teacher/Head Volleyball Coach
Edinburg CISD, J. Economedes High School
09.2012 - 05.2016
English IV Teacher / Head Track & Field Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
08.2005 - 05.2012
English II Teacher/Freshman Volleyball Coach
Austin ISD, James Bowie High School
08.2004 - 05.2005
English IV AP Teacher/Assistant Coach
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
08.1999 - 05.2004
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Edinburg CISD, Edinburg High School
08.1998 - 05.1999
Reading Teacher & Coach
Santa Rosa ISD, Santa Rosa Middle School
08.1997 - 05.1998
Reading/Writing Teacher & Coach
Edcouch-Elsa ISD, EE Middle School
08.1996 - 05.1997
Master of Science - Kinesiology Sport Management
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Some College (No Degree) - Education Certification
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTPA)
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas A&M University
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