SOPHIA ELIAS
RIVERSIDE,CA
Summary
I am looking to work for a local company that will utilize my outgoing personality and excellent customer service skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheer Coach
Empire Athletics
06.2021 - Current
- All-Star Cheer Director- Level 1, 2 & 3 Teams |Club STUNT coach- 8U, 11U, 18U
- Experienced Children's Coach for both youth and 18+ cheer teams, with a proven track record in training and guiding cheerleaders
- Responsible for adeptly organizing and managing practices, supervising warm-ups, and creating engaging cheer routines and choreography
- Proficient in understanding and implementing cheer rules and regulations for both local and national competitions
- Successfully managed social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram and TikTok) to promote team activities and achievements
- Handled diverse administrative tasks, including attendance tracking, uniform design and orders, music coordination, and general office work.
Cheer Coach
Martin Luther King High School
06.2022 - 05.2024
- High School Cheer Coach (Ages 14-18)
- Skillfully managed and organized highly effective cheerleading practices to enhance team performance
- Demonstrated strong coaching abilities to motivate and guide cheerleaders towards success
- Maintained up-to-date coaching and school district certifications to ensure compliance with all requirements: Active Shooter, Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention, Bullying: Recognition & Response, COVID Training 2021 & 2022, Mandated Reporter Training, Sexual Harassment Training, NFHS Coaching Cheer and Dance, NFHS Concussion in Sports, NFHS Heat Illness Prevention, NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest, CPR Certified.
Sale associate
Victoria's Secret
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Retail Associate
- Provided exceptional customer service, assisting guests in finding desired clothing items and conducting stock checks
- Proficiently operated POS systems and tablet-based applications to facilitate seamless transactions
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills in inventory management and display
- Gained valuable cash-handling experience, ensuring accurate and secure transactions
- Displayed excellent interpersonal communication skills, fostering a friendly and enthusiastic shopping environment
- Adapted to long periods of standing and walking to meet the demands of the role
- Position terminated due to COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing resilience during challenging circumstances.
Cheer Coach
Gymnastique International
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Children's Cheer Coach | Level 2 & 3 Teams | Assistant Coach Level 4.2 Team
- Successfully trained and mentored cheerleaders for Level 2 and 3 teams, and provided valuable assistance as an assistant coach for the Level 4 team
- Skillfully organized and managed practices, ensuring optimal team performance and progress
- Supervised warm-ups and facilitated the creation of engaging cheer routines and choreography
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of cheer rules and regulations for both local and national competitions
- Effectively managed social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram) to promote team activities and engage with the community
- Demonstrated strong administrative skills, handling various tasks such as attendance tracking, uniform design and orders, music coordination, and general office work.
Server
Seafood Crawfish
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Restaurant Server
- Warmly greeted incoming customers, assisted with seating, and efficiently took their orders
- Provided attentive service throughout the dining experience, delivering food orders, addressing any concerns, refilling drinks, and pouring beer from the tap
- Proficiently handled various forms of customer payments
- Actively contributed to maintaining a clean and tidy restaurant environment by assisting with table busing and cleaning tasks
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and ensured a pleasant dining atmosphere for patrons.
Lifeguard
Stand Guard Aquatics (The Cove Waterpark)
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Water Park Lifeguard & Safety Monitor
- Conducted vigilant surveillance of water park guests, ensuring the safety and well-being of adults, children, and toddlers
- Prepared to take immediate action in case of emergencies, providing timely assistance and rescue when necessary
- Enforced park rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment and cautioned guests against inappropriate or disallowed behavior
- Certified in CPR, First Aid, and facility emergency procedures, displaying proficiency in handling critical situations
- Demonstrated strong commitment to guest safety and adhered to high standards of professionalism as a lifeguard and safety monitor.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Alma College
Alma, MI04.2022
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06.2020
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King Jr. High School
Riverside, CA06.2018
Skills
- Bi-lingual (French)
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team motivation
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Motivational leadership style
- Customer Service
- Experienced with working with special needs children (some with behavioral problems)
- Experience with working with kids (those with and without special needs both in and out of the classroom)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Cheer Coach
Martin Luther King High School
06.2022 - 05.2024
Cheer Coach
Empire Athletics
06.2021 - Current
Sale associate
Victoria's Secret
10.2019 - 12.2020
Server
Seafood Crawfish
06.2019 - 10.2019
Lifeguard
Stand Guard Aquatics (The Cove Waterpark)
06.2017 - 09.2018
Cheer Coach
Gymnastique International
06.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Alma College
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Riverside City College
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King Jr. High School
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