Zeke Alirez
Greeley,CO
Summary
Experienced Course Recovery Specialist with a successful track record at Zero Dropouts. Skilled in data analysis and student advocacy, Effectively manage a caseload of students at a 4-8 school in Greeley. Implementing targeted interventions and demonstrating multicultural competence, foster relationships and enhance student success through active listening skills. Growing up in Greeley and attending the University of Northern Colorado, possess a deep understanding of the community and its challenges, enabling to connect with students on a personal level and serve as a role model. Goal l is to inspire young individuals, helping them believe in themselves and envision a positive future. I firmly believe that one person's belief can change lives for those coming from rough environments. Additionally, I bring 6 years of experience as a Wrestling Coach, where have worked with youth of different ages and abilities. Serving as an athletic role model and supporting their achievement, I instill healthy habits and balance in their lives. As an inspirational leader, I take a creative approach to motivating the team and solving interpersonal conflicts.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Adocate
Weld County School District 6 (Bella Romero 4-8)
08.2024 - Current
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Assistant Highschool Wrestling Coach
Windsor School District
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
- Planned official visits for prospective student-athletes to educational institutions and admissions events.
- Educated individuals on importance of proper nutritional and sleep habits, demonstrating impact on physical performance.
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Sports Coach
Greeley Central High School
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Head Wrestling coach at Greeley Central High School for the 2022/2023 year and also became an assistant Football coach in the 2023/2024 season
- Facilitated team bonding activities such as icebreakers or outdoor excursions in order to build relationships between teammates
- Maintained accurate records of each athlete's performance during practices, games, tournaments
- Utilized motivational techniques to help athletes reach peak performance levels
- Managed equipment inventory including purchasing new supplies as needed
- Analyzed game footage using video software programs in order to provide constructive criticism on key aspects of play
- Implemented innovative strategies designed to increase motivation and dedication from players during practices and competitions
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians so that they are kept informed about their child's athletic progress
- Created a supportive environment that encouraged team spirit and collaboration among athletes
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when discussing strategies with coaches and players
- Provided detailed feedback on practice sessions to ensure consistent improvement in technique, speed, agility, and strength
- Developed creative warm-up routines that improved flexibility and prepared players mentally for upcoming matches
- Organized weekly meetings with athletes to discuss progress and set goals for upcoming competitions
- Observed players during competition and practice to determine need for individual or team improvement
- Coached individual participants in skills necessary to excel in sport
- Enforced discipline and sportsmanlike behavior and imposed penalties for breach of such standards by individual students
Course Recovery Specialist
Zero Dropouts
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Worked with Sophomore students at Greeley Central High School
- Met with students and parents regarding both grades and attendance
- Met with Staff weekly to discuss any areas of concern and evaluate how things are going with the Sophomores, such as students who might need to enroll at a different school to ensure their success
- Managed Data analysis in google spread sheets
- Kept track of student attendance, grades, home visits, and any other important notes
- Built and maintained relationships with both students, parents, and staff to ensure and work towards student success.
Construction
Par-A-Dyess Services
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Loaded and carried materials to facilitate transport at construction sites.
- Applied general construction skills on frequent basis.
- Dug trenches and backfill holes to prepare for construction site.
- Learned knowledge and skills required of construction trade laborers.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
- Cut, measured and shaped wood after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Mentor
A & M Group Home
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Visited with a group of youth boys living in a group home, and acted as a mentor for them in which I would organize activities, help with homework, and created a positive relationship with each of them
- Created an environment that enabled open communication between mentor and mentee relationships through active listening techniques
- Served as positive role model to adolescents requiring guidance
- Acknowledged mentee strengths, talents and gifts to encourage exploration
- Provided guidance and support to mentees, helping them develop their skillset and reach their goals
- Modeled healthy, trusting relationships through clear communication and setting appropriate boundaries
- Provided guidance on how best to navigate through challenging situations both inside and outside of school environments
- Encouraged mentees to take risks and venture out of their comfort zones
- Built relationships with youth by planning and participating in activities together
- Created monthly reports outlining progress made by each mentee based on established benchmarks
- Encouraged self-reflection among mentees when discussing successes or failures throughout the program cycle
Food Service Worker
Jimmy John's
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings.
- Drove continuously during shifts, meet deadlines, and achieved high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Met promised delivery times consistently by using GPS software to spot and avoid traffic delays.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - COMMUNICATIONS/SOCIOLOGY
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12.2024
Skills
- Student Advocacy
- Multicultural Competence
- Goal Setting
- Career Guidance
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Organizational Skills
- Community Outreach
- Data Analysis
- Effective Communication
- Parent Communication
- Records Maintenance
- Positive Reinforcement
- Adaptability
- Motivation techniques
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) IS-100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100, IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- The Zone Of Regulation Basic Training
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- Sports Coach Certification – United States Sports Academy.
Timeline
Assistant Highschool Wrestling Coach
Windsor School District
11.2024 - Current
Student Adocate
Weld County School District 6 (Bella Romero 4-8)
08.2024 - Current
Sports Coach
Greeley Central High School
10.2022 - 12.2023
Course Recovery Specialist
Zero Dropouts
10.2022 - 10.2023
Construction
Par-A-Dyess Services
05.2022 - 10.2022
Mentor
A & M Group Home
01.2022 - 05.2022
Food Service Worker
Jimmy John's
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) IS-100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100, IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- The Zone Of Regulation Basic Training
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- Sports Coach Certification – United States Sports Academy.
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - COMMUNICATIONS/SOCIOLOGY
University of Northern Colorado
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