Managed schedule of practices, games and special events.
Kept field, facilities and equipment organized and well-maintained.
Developed and oversaw successful softball program for students.
Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
UA Mental Toughness Coaching
Self-Employed
01.2018 - Current
Unbreakable Athletes is a program founded by Coach Taylor Schramm. The Unbreakable Athletes program is centered around building female athletes to be the best versions of themselves and helping athletes build an unstoppable and unbreakable mentality. The program focuses on improving mental game skills and mental toughness so athletes can perform at their peak performance! The program is centered on the 4Cs model: Confidence, Control, Commitment, and Challenge. Mental Toughness Coaching works with athletes to gain greater awareness and effectiveness in achieving desired performance goals by keeping the mind engaged, responsive, resilient, and strong under pressure. The program teaches athletes how to tune out distractions and negative self-talk. The program also hosts several softball camps throughout the year.
Coach Taylor is a former softball athlete. She played softball for Greenfield/Northwestern High School. Throughout her high school career, she was ranked fourth in Illinois for the highest batting average and fielding percentage. She is a four-year varsity letter and All-Conference recipient. She also is a four-year All-Star Athlete recipient. Coach Taylor is a four-year Missouri and Illinois All-State Athlete recipient. She played two years of collegiate softball before hanging up her cleats and deciding to pursue her strong love and passion for coaching. During her college career, she was also a part of WPU's college swim and cross-country team. Coach Taylor has spent the past two years as the Head Varsity Softball Coach at Sanderson High School. Within her two years of coaching, she completely turned the program around. Leading the team to be named as CAP 6 Conference Champions, clenching playoffs, and competing in the first two rounds. The North Carolina High School Softball Athletic Association named Coach Taylor the 2023 North Carolina Coach of the Year.
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Sanderson High School
09.2021 - 08.2023
Managed schedule of practices, games and special events.
Kept field, facilities and equipment organized and well-maintained.
Developed and oversaw successful softball program for students.
Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
Led the team to 2023 Conference Champions
Led the team to the second round of playoffs
Led the team in double-digit wins
Named 2023 North Carolina High School Softball Coach of the Year
Named CAP 6 4A Conference Coach of the Year
Mobile Crisis Response Counselor
Locust Street Resource Center
08.2022 - 02.2023
Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
Counseled and helped to stabilize consumers and caregivers in crisis situations.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Swim Instructor
Schramm Swimming Lessons (Seasonal Summer Job)
06.2010 - 07.2023
Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages with different ability levels.
Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
Used teaching aids such as kick boards, diving rings and fins correctly to teach students.
Planned classes covering different ages and ability levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
Helped students of different abilities levels boost health with skill-adjusted classes.
Cashier
Walmart
04.2020 - 01.2023
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Collected and authorized payments of guests.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Soccer and Basketball Coach (Internship)
The Fletcher Academy
08.2021 - 02.2022
Identified athletes individual goals.
Built athletes mental toughness.
Managed and supervised athletic activities, contests, practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Created a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes.
Education
Master of Psychology - School Counseling & Mental Health Counseling
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Peace University
Raleigh, NC
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Palmyra, IL
05.2018
Skills
Written and Verbal Communication
Interpersonal and Self Awareness
Creativity and Flexibility
Critical Thinking/Decision Making
Leadership Skills
Empathy and Acceptance
Ability to Listen
Public Speaking Abilities
Crisis Response
Mental Health Support
Individual Trainings
Athletic Training and Coaching
Certification
2023 North Carolina High School Softball Association Coach Of The Year
Licensed Mental Toughness Coach
CPR Certified
AED Certified
First Aid Certified
CPI Certified
Timeline
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Illini West High School
08.2023 - Current
Mobile Crisis Response Counselor
Locust Street Resource Center
08.2022 - 02.2023
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Sanderson High School
09.2021 - 08.2023
Soccer and Basketball Coach (Internship)
The Fletcher Academy
08.2021 - 02.2022
Cashier
Walmart
04.2020 - 01.2023
UA Mental Toughness Coaching
Self-Employed
01.2018 - Current
Swim Instructor
Schramm Swimming Lessons (Seasonal Summer Job)
06.2010 - 07.2023
Master of Psychology - School Counseling & Mental Health Counseling
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Peace University
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
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