Skylar Lingl
Carpentersville,IL
Summary
Former Team USA karate athlete with over 20 years of experience in leadership and collaboration as both competitor and instructor. Eight years of dynamic instruction experience, developing and teaching classes for diverse age groups. Recognized for exceptional discipline, effective communication, and commitment to continuous learning. Skills in mentorship and time management aimed at enhancing student performance and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Karate Instructor
Illinois Shotokan Karate School
Palatine, Illinois
12.2017 - Current
- Developed and taught karate classes for various age groups and skill levels.
- Mentored junior instructors in teaching methods and classroom management.
- Provided feedback to students on performance and areas for improvement.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and class participation updates.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated physical conditioning exercises with martial arts drills.
- Received student payments and placed orders for sparring gear, uniforms, weapons and martial arts literature.
- Built and maintained positive personal relationships with students and families, served as role model and character educator and prioritized safety by supervising classes closely.
- Treated minor injuries and administered first aid.
Bakery Worker
Tom's Farm Market
Huntley, Illinois
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Trained new bakery employees to use the POS system to document orders, process payments, and check progress for customers. Wrapped and labeled baked goods for display and sale.
- Followed health codes and regulations regarding food-handling procedures.
- Arranged baked goods in attractive displays inside bakery cases to increase sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
DeVry University
Lisle10-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Exceptional discipline
- Financial transactions
- Continuous learning mindset
- Public speaking
- Time management abilities
- Patience and tact
Affiliations
4 time Shotokan World Champion ('17, '22, '23, '25)
Timeline
Bakery Worker
Tom's Farm Market
10.2021 - 04.2023
Karate Instructor
Illinois Shotokan Karate School
12.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
DeVry University