KATIE LANCASTER

**** ******* **** *** *** Valdosta, Georgia, 31602 United States 229-***-**** accq1e@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WINNERSVILLE ELITE, VALDOSTA, GA, UNITED STATES

All Star Cheerleading Coach, August 2013- February 2014

Built strong rapport with athletes and assistants before, during and after coaching seasons.

Taught a range of sport-specific skills in a clear, safe manner.

Maintained thorough knowledge of all rules, game procedures, coaching techniques and current trends in All Star

Cheerleading.

Developed guidelines for injury prevention.

Demonstrated a high level of respect for opponents, officials and facilities.

Drilled student-athletes in run, jump, turn and switching man -to-man defenses.

Accepted coaching, constructive criticism and recognition with humility and composure.

Supervised practices and contests, prioritizing safety at all times.

Developed positive relationships with parents, schools and the community.

L&T HEALTH AND FITNESS, PENSACOLA, FLORIDA UNITED STATES

Intern, May 2013 – August 2013

Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.

Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.

Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.

Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on

participants' capabilities and limitations.

Experience teaching Cycling/Spinning, TABATA, Fitness Ball Explosion, Balance & Strength, ABsolute Glute,

Core & Upper, Boxing/Conditioning, and some Kickboxing experience.

Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any

special requirements.

Conduct Fitness Assessments.

Conduct equipment orientations.

Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and equipment checklists.

Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians.

Organize, lead, and referee indoor and outdo or games such as volleyball, baseball, and basketball.

Promote health clubs through membership sales, and record member information.

Organize and conduct competitions and tournaments.

FITZGERALD HIGH SCHOOL, FITZGERALD, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

Assistant Cheerleading Coach, May 2011 – May 2013

Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games,

competitive events, or tours.

Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.

Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.

Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.

Develop and arrange competition schedules and programs.

Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.

SOUTHERN PRIDE CHEER, TIFTON, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

Head Coach/Tumbling Coach, May 2011 – Jul 2012

Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games,

competitive events, or tours.

Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.

Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.

Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.

Develop and arrange competition schedules and programs.

Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.

Coordinate travel arrangements and travel with team to away contests.

Arrange and conduct sports-related activities, such as training camps, skill-improvement courses, clinics, and pre-

season try-outs.

Keep and review paper, computerized, and video records of athlete, team, and opposing team performance.

Oversee the development and management of the sports program budget and fundraising activities.

SUTHERLAND PHYSICAL THERAY, VALDOSTA, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

Physical Therapy Aid, May 2011 – Dec 2011

Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.

Instruct, motivate, safeguard, or assist patients practicing exercises or functional activitie s, under direction of

medical staff.

Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or

coordinating treatment.

Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' re sponses and progress and report to

physical therapist.

Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.

Change linens, such as bed sheets and pillow cases.

Transport patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support.

Arrange treatment supplies to keep them in order.

Perform clerical duties, such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, or filling

out forms.

JCPENNY, TIFTON AND VALDOSTA, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

Sales Clerk, Jun 2009 – May 2011

Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.

Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.

Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.

Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment.

Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise.

Prepare sales slips or sales contracts.

Demonstrate use or operation of merchandise.

Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items.

Prepare merchandise for purchase or rental.

Inventory stock and requisition new stock.

Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales.

Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns.

EDUCATION

VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY, VALDOSTA, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

Bacherlors of Science in Exercise Physiology, May 2013

Valdosta State Cheerleader 2008-2013

National Cheerleading Association National Champion 2013

National Cheerleading Association All-American 2011

Member of the Exercise Physiology Club

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Member

3.0 Cumulative GPA

Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society

Garden Scholarship Recipient

Coursework in Sports Management, Sports Leadership, and Physical Therapy

Coursework in Health and Wellness, Nutrition, and Psychology

FITZGERALD HIGH SCHOOL, FITZGERALD, GEORGIA UNITED STATES

High School Diploma, May 2008

Varsity Football and Competitive Cheerleader 2005 -2008

2005-2006 GHSA AA State Champion

2007-2008 Cheerleading Captain

Leisha Young Memorial Athletic Scholarship recipient

Who's Who Among Americas High School Students recipient

Honor Roll 2005-2008

Garden Scholarship recipient

HOPE Scholarship recipient

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Computer Proficient

Extensive knowledge of Health and Wellness

Sports Enthusiast

Spinning Instructor

Healthy lifestyle role model

Skilled motivator

Responsible and reliable

Extensive sports knowledge

Youth sports coach

Bootcamp/HIIT Instructor

Skilled in Microsoft Office

American College of Sports Medicine member

America Heart Association First Aid, AED/CPR Certified

ACSM Health Fitness Specialist (In progress)

American Fitness Institute Personal Trainer Certification (In progress)

CSCS Certification (In progress)

References available upon request.

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