Motivated talent acquisition professional transitioning from education and athletics, with expertise in identifying potential, building strong relationships, and managing full-cycle recruitment processes. Known for strategic thinking, adaptability, and commitment to organizational growth through people.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant Cheerleading Coach
MidAmerica Nazarene University
05.2023 - 07.2025
Sourced, evaluated, and recruited high-performing student-athletes, identifying talent through tryouts, scouting, and outreach — aligning selections with program goals and culture fit.
Coordinated recruitment events and tryouts, managing communications, scheduling, and evaluations for prospective team members.
Built strong candidate pipelines by maintaining relationships with high school coaches, athletic directors, and prospective athletes.
Developed targeted outreach strategies to attract diverse, high-potential candidates to the cheerleading program.
5/6 Grade Science Teacher
Schuyler R-1 School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
Identified and assessed individual student strengths and learning styles, tailoring instruction to maximize potential — similar to evaluating candidate fit for roles.
Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve academic and social growth goals, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Communicated effectively with diverse stakeholders, including students, parents, and administration, building trust and strong working relationships — key for candidate and hiring manager communication.
Analyzed performance data to inform decision-making and adjust strategies — skills transferable to reviewing candidate metrics and recruitment outcomes.