Highly driven professional with strong leadership qualities and a proven track record of implementing department-wide programming for student athlete initiatives. Exceptional coordination skills and effective communication with teams. Highly organized visionary with enthusiasm to achieve program goals and objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Women's Gymnastics Coach
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
06.2018 - Current
Holds the top twelve team score school records.
Recognized as the highest-ranking Head Coach nationally for Division 1 Coaches with less than four years of experience at the helm
Fostered a positive learning environment for gymnasts through the display of enthusiasm, patience, understanding,respect,fairness and consistency.
Organized and facilitated gymnastics camps and clinics, creating opportunities for young athletes to learn the sport while promoting teamwork.
Cultivated an atmosphere infused with mutual respect, discipline, and sportsmanship among athletes and coaching staff.
Worked closely with educational institutions to facilitate the harmony of student-athletes' academic obligations and training regimens.
Championed mental health by integrating stress management and confidence-building exercises into training programs.
Managed program finances by checking expenditures, available funds, and money raised.
Head Women's Gymnastics Coach
Temple University
Philadelphia , PA
06.2015 - 05.2018
Achieved program history's highest 10 team scores.
Achieved distinction as the ECAC Coach of the Year for exceptional coaching skills
Received accolades as the Northeast Regional Coach of the year.
Recognized as a finalist for the prestigious Philadelphia Coaches Association Head Coach of the Year award.
Assistant Gymnastics Coach
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2011 - 05.2015
Recruiting coordinator.
Achieved the prestigious recognition of EAGL Conference Assistant Coach of the Year
Conducted drills and fitness circuits to enhance athletes' coordination and skills.
Managed travel arrangements for team events.
Organized and managed Rutgers Gymnastics Summer Camp, the first of its kind.
Elementary School Teacher
Gibson Island Country School/ Eagle Cove School
Pasadena, MD
09.2007 - 05.2011
Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Worked closely with administrators in the development of effective grade-level classroom management policies.
Devised and applied interactive teaching strategies consistent with state curriculum requirements.
Utilized educational technology to optimize teaching and learning experiences
Regularly communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
5th Grade Teacher
Robert Brent Elementary School
Washington, DC
02.2002 - 06.2002
Accepted a midyear teaching position for 5th grade students to complete the school year
Aligned school curriculum with the inclusion of museum studies.
Facilitated student readiness for vital annual standardized assessments
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
John Bayne Elementary School
Capitol Heights, MD
08.2000 - 06.2001
Crafted and executed innovative teaching strategies for a 2nd-grade classroom, ensuring student engagement and success.
Fostered positive relationships with students, creating an environment of respect and trust
Managed recess periods by organizing games and supervising playground equipment usage.
Delivered effective academic support by teaching accelerated literary programs in small group settings to a diverse range of elementary school students.
Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing additional help.
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
09.1999 - 05.2000
Assisted in the development of practice plans and drills for skill development.
Provided feedback to athletes on their performance during practices and meets.
Managed various administrative responsibilities such as filing paperwork and generating reports for coaches.
Assistant Academic Coordinator for Athletics
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
08.1999 - 05.2000
Advised students on degree requirements, course selection and transfer credits.
Organized workshops to assist students in their academic planning needs.
Distributed professionally designed student-athlete resume book to potential employers
Monitored student academic performance and provided support when needed.
Streamlined communication channels between faculty members, administrative staff, and coaching staff.
Managed and supervised athletic study hall activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Family Studies
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Some College (No Degree) - M.A. Elementary Education, in Progress
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Skills
Athlete support
Academic Support
Motivational Techniques
Media Relations
Recruitment Strategies
Scheduling Coordination
Organizational Leadership
Interpersonal Relationships
Affiliations
Current Rutgers Athletics Representative to the Big Ten Equality Coalition, Co-Chair of the Education Sub Committee
Current Member of the Rutgers Athletics Inclusive Community Counsel
Former Chair of the Women's Collegiate Gymnastics Association, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Member of the Rutgers Athletics, Student-Athlete Excellence Committee
Mentor for the NCAA Career Readiness Program
Member of the Association for Blacks in Sports
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Women's Gymnastics Coach
Rutgers University
06.2018 - Current
Head Women's Gymnastics Coach
Temple University
06.2015 - 05.2018
Assistant Gymnastics Coach
Rutgers University
08.2011 - 05.2015
Elementary School Teacher
Gibson Island Country School/ Eagle Cove School
09.2007 - 05.2011
5th Grade Teacher
Robert Brent Elementary School
02.2002 - 06.2002
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
John Bayne Elementary School
08.2000 - 06.2001
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
University of Pennsylvania
09.1999 - 05.2000
Assistant Academic Coordinator for Athletics
University of Pennsylvania
08.1999 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Family Studies
West Virginia University
Some College (No Degree) - M.A. Elementary Education, in Progress
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