Shanti Thilges
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
- Over 10 years of marketing experience, management, coaching, training, and assisting with events with numerous organizations.
- Specialized in providing a full range of technical, supervision, and personal support with excellent results in the following:
- Management
- Loss Prevention
- Coaching
- Sales
- Training
- Team Building
- Self-Motivation
- Communication Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Marketing Skills
- Computer and Internet Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Multi-tasking
- Time Management
- Communication
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Decision Making
- Self-motivated
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Creativity
I am an Accomplished gymnastics , tumbling, & cheer coach with a successful background in recruiting and evaluating the talent for these sports. I will provide valuable insights on the athletes abilities and potential. Engaging with young athletes sparks independency, and that turns into these athletes having strong communication and task prioritization skills. As a dedicated coach/instructor I will be able to offer my expertise in mentoring, guiding and developing athletes. Since three years old when I started gymnastics tumbling, & cheer I had the opportunity to gain a high-achieving and successful sports career, based off my history in gymnastics, tumbling, and cheer. My Passionate while coaching is all about coaching proper form and technique to maximize performance and prevent injury. As for me being a well-rounded Tumbling Coach for so many years, I’m known for developing youngsters into disciplined and medal-winning athletes. Considered a smart professional to motivate young people. Looking for a new coaching position where a winning background will be appreciated and growth for opportunities!
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheer/Tumbling Coach
Mariposa Mobile Athletics
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Coached cheer classes at a variety of schools and daycares
- Coached tumbling classes at a variety of schools and daycares
- Hosted mobile cheer programs for athletes with special disabilities
- Hosted cheer clinics for multiple elementary schools
- Kept an organized schedule binder for each individual and class
- Used an enormous amount of customer service skills for the athletes and their families
- Served as an event coordinator for when there were scheduled events
- Financed budgets for the program
- Designed the participants uniforms/apparel
- Voted number one coach for the year 2019 by staff members and participants.
- Led successful tumbling workshops for participants of various skill levels, resulting in increased enrolment numbers.
- Implemented effective warm-up routines that prepared athletes mentally and physically for demanding practice sessions or competitions.
- Incorporated strength training exercises into practice sessions, increasing athlete resilience and preventing injuries.
- Coached athletes through challenging mental barriers by instilling confidence and self-belief in their abilities, leading to improved performance outcomes under pressure situations.
- Regularly assessed athlete progress against set goals, adjusting training strategies as needed to maximize results.
- Provided constructive feedback to athletes after each practice session, enabling continuous improvement in their skills.
- Consistently updated knowledge on industry standards and best practices, ensuring high-quality coaching at all times.
- Utilized video analysis tools to evaluate athlete performance during practice sessions, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Created a safe and inclusive environment for athletes to learn and grow, fostering positive attitudes towards tumbling.
- Facilitated team-building activities both on and off the mat, fostering camaraderie amongst squad members enabling enhanced group dynamics during performances.
- Improved team cohesion through regular communication and collaboration with fellow coaches and athletes.
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing individualized tumbling training programs.
Event assistant
NCIM
05.2011 - 01.2018
- Assisted with many events for Kroger Grocery Store with events
- Introduced new products to customers
- Helped set up for events
- Helped take down equipment for events
- Assisted with the execution and planning of events
- Trained other Event Assistants up to 2-4 at a time
- Day of contact for guests
- Coordinated with external vendors for deliveries and answered questions about the venue
- Leveraged exceptional interpersonal skills to quickly resolve customer issues and ensure optimal hospitality
- Contributed to events by overseeing registration, providing customer service and supporting Conference Managers
- Designed table layouts
- Maintained social media to help promote events.
Server/Trainer
Olive Garden
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Trained new employees in serving
- Flawlessly served and greeted guests
- Promoted new food items and weekly and monthly specials
- Hosted dinner parties in excess of 100 guests.
Loss Prevention/Floor Manager
Kmart
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Designed floor sets for the teen clothing
- Floor manager for teen clothing
- Assisted customers with finding products and working the cash register
- Conducted inventory once a month by straightening and counting products
- Displayed merchandise
- Trained new employees in clothing.
Gymnastics/Cheer Coach
Wabash Valley Tumbling and Gymnastics
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Taught gymnastics skills to ages 2-18-year-old students
- Held parent meetings to discuss their child's progress
- Set up equipment
- Hosted up to 5 gymnastic events
- Led the preschool and Saturday tumbling classes
- Hosted over 5 Birthday parties
- Coached the 4-6-year old’s competitive cheer team
- Went with cheer team to cheer competitions
- Escorted the 4-6-year old’s up to 5 cheer competitions.
Gymnastics Coach
YMCA
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Taught gymnastics skills to ages 2-18-year-old students
- Held parent meetings to discuss their child's progress
- Set up gymnastics’ equipment
- Hosted up to 3 gymnastics events (meets, performances)
- Led the preschool and Saturday tumbling classes.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Marketing. And A Minor in Sports Management.
04.2019
Minor: Sports Management
Associates in Busines - Business Administration
12.2014
An associates.
Skills
- Motivational leadership style
- Equipment Planning
- Individual Instruction
- Program Leadership
- Parental Communication
- Parent Communication
- Injury Prevention
- Competitive Performance
- Flexibility training
- Competitive gymnastics
- Performance Analysis
- Mentoring
- Group Instruction
- Skills assessments
- Athlete spotting
- Student Motivation
- Safety awareness
- Recreational Gymnastics
- Class Management
- Strength training
- Individualized Coaching
- Training routines
- Special events planning
- Facility Maintenance
- Advanced Tumbling Techniques
- Technical Drills
- Coaching ethics
- Gymnastics Terminology
- Competition Preparation
- Parent Interaction and Communication
- Scheduling and Organization
- Motivation and Encouragement
- Positive Coaching
- Routine Choreography
- Student relations
- Player evaluations
- Staff Training
- Equipment management
- Physically Fit
- Presentation Development
- Inventory Control
- Emergency Response
- Media Relations
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Program coordination
- Staff Development
- Relationship Building
- Performance Improvements
- Promotional development
- Event Planning
- Coaching
- Team Bonding
- Schedule Management
- Coaching meetings
- Recruitment
- Strategic Planning
- Group facilitation
- Competitive Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Athlete safety
- Team Training
- Seasonal Planning
- Rule Enforcement
- Exercise planning
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Program Fundraising
- Decision-Making
Special Events
- Indy 500 (2011-2018)
- Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk (2011-2018)
- Walk for Cancer (2011-2014)
- The Walk to End Lupus Now (2015)
- Kroger Re-grand Openings (2011-2018)
- Rockin for the Hungry (2012-2015)
- Taste of Italy (2016-2018)
- L’oreal Paris Beauty Event (2017-2018)
- Kroger Fan Fest Events (2011-2018)
- Mr. Peanuts Nutmobile Tour (2016)
- Honoring our Heroes Appreciation Event (2014-2018)
- Back to School Stuff the Bus (2011-2018)
- Red, White and BBQ for the Troops (2011-2018)
- Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser (2016)
References
- Andranette Wright, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Real Estate Manager, (623) 695-9698, aawright0105@gmail.com
- Toni Grimes, Ability 360, AZ Lupus Warriors Support Group Facilitator, (601) 299-0592, azlupuswarrior@ymail.com
- Leticia Ruffins, Center for Autism and Disorders, Behavioral Technician, (773) 595-0834, leticiaruffins@gmail.com
Accomplishments
- Directed the tumbling programs to exceed in age and different levels.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Cheer/Tumbling Coach - Mariposa Mobile Athletics
02.2018 - 12.2019
Server/Trainer - Olive Garden
03.2013 - 08.2016
Loss Prevention/Floor Manager - Kmart
03.2012 - 03.2013
Gymnastics/Cheer Coach - Wabash Valley Tumbling and Gymnastics
08.2011 - 03.2012
Event assistant - NCIM
05.2011 - 01.2018
Gymnastics Coach - YMCA
08.2009 - 08.2010
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor Of Science , Marketing. And A Minor in Sports Management.
Ivy Tech Community College - Associates in Busines, Business Administration