Zachary Kwalick
Private And Youth Tennis Coach
Amherst,Massachusetts
Summary
(He/They)
Seeking Food Science (B.S.) at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Kinesiology student and exercise teacher.
Tennis coach with 3 years of experience with social work including both youth and adults. Highly knowledgeable in health, diet, nutrition, exercise, and sports and offering high level of patient performance. Promoting strong communication and active listening skills and dedicated to developing outstanding sustainable performance techniques. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. High energy to accomplish tasks efficiently and well-developed planning and problem solving skills to bolster success. Food science and kinesiology student passionate about physical therapy and sports biomechanics. Promoting sustainable nutrition and health through proper education of food and biological systems.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tennis Coach
Douglas Madeux
Torrington/Twin Lakes, CT
06.2020 - Current
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Facilitated and helped plan 3 or more community events per month to promote camaraderie and competition among teammates, families and community members.
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
- Evaluated athlete performance to create personal plans for growth optimization.
Youth Tennis Instructor
Litchfield Country Club
Litchfield, CT
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health and safety.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Managed up to 10 children at once.
Youth Summer Camp Counselor
Litchfield Parks And Recreation
Litchfield, CT
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Counseled individuals on self-discipline and personal accountability.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Taught children basics of water sports for swimming.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Managed over 5 events and activities per month, including chaperoning field trips.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
UMass Amherst
Amherst, MA 05.2018 - Current
Skills
Technique demonstration
Facility Maintenance
Strategic planning
Facilitating Performance Improvement
Fitness assessment
File management
Experiment and Problem solving design
Data analysis
Food preparation
Nutritional Analysis and Education
Food Processing Systems
Food Quality Analysis
Special events planning
Food Safety awareness
Team Training
Group communication and performance facilitation
Timeline
Youth Tennis Instructor
Litchfield Country Club
05.2021 - 08.2021
Tennis Coach
Douglas Madeux
06.2020 - Current
Youth Summer Camp Counselor
Litchfield Parks And Recreation
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
UMass Amherst
05.2018 - Current
Traits
- Highly Organized
- Detail Oriented
- High Levels of Fitness and Endurance
- Natural Leader
- Goal Oriented
- High Performance in individual and team settings
- Highly Motivated
- Sustainable work habits
- Task efficient
- Highly developed problem solving skills
- Motivational leadership style
- Excellent in verbal and written communication