Charles Sterner, MS, LAT, ATC

Davidson, NC ***** adle1t@r.postjobfree.com 336-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/charles-sterner-ms-lat-atc-65152588/

Dear Mr. Michell,

My name is Charles Sterner. Please accept this cover letter and resume as my application the Vacant Assistant Athletic Training position at Appalachian State University.

My many experiences, both clinically and personally, have given me a strong foundation of knowledge and clinical experience. I am currently working as the Head Athletic Trainer at Gaston Day School where I have had the opportunity to learn and grow as a person and as a clinician. I have had the opportunity to work on my own which has allowed me to trust the skills I have learned and use them in a different setting. I have also worked with the administration to set up a sports medicine class at the school for upper classman to grow a love for the sports medicine field.

During my time as an athletic training student and Graduate Assistant, I worked in a variety of clinical sites and a diverse group of patients. Based on their evaluations, my preceptors recognized my dedication and willingness to contribute to the success of the sports medicine team and to increase my foundational knowledge in athletic training. In addition, I have studied extremely hard to be successful in the classroom and often sought to apply that knowledge at my clinical sites where I work to become the best clinician I can be.

I worked with a diverse set of sports, 18 in total, while serving as a Graduate Assistant at Chestnut Hill College which shaped my clinician skills as the Athletic Trainer for the Sprint Football, Cross Country, Track, and Women’s Lacrosse teams. Over my 2 years at Chestnut Hill College I worked hard, but also maintained a level of openness in growing in areas of weakness. Each of these experiences have taught me new skills and lessons that have improved my performance as an athletic trainer.

I feel that the experience of working with both women’s and men’s teams taught me how to grow interpersonally and learned to relate and adapt to each person or team dynamic while providing the best possible care. In the two years I have spent as a clinician I have gravitated towards manual therapy and hope to further increase my knowledge in this field, as well as in growing in other fields where I do not feel as strong.

My internship with the Baltimore Ravens taught me the importance of balancing a strong work ethic while also enjoying the little things within a busy day. I also learned that respect is earned in many ways and each athlete should be appreciated and treated as an individual. This experience also helped confirm my interest in working with football.

Aside from my athletic training activities, I am immensely proud of my personal achievements of being an Eagle Scout and earning the highest leadership role a scout can earn within troop, Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. These exemplify my leadership skills and dedication to accomplishing a goal. I believe this has carried through my academic and professional life. It will continue to be a strength that I progress into a full-time position as an assistant athletic trainer.

Thank you for considering me for any vacant Assistant Athletic Trainer position. I believe my ability to relate and learn from each experience will help me grow as a clinician will make me a good addition to the Sports medicine staff at Appalachian State University.

Please contact me at adle1t@r.postjobfree.com or at 336-***-**** if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Charles Sterner, MS, LAT, ATC

Charles Sterner, MS, LAT, ATC

Davidson, NC 28036 adle1t@r.postjobfree.com 336-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/charles-sterner-ms-lat-atc-65152588/

Education:

West Chester University – Master’s in Athletic Training Post-Professional Aug 2017–May 2019

GPA: 3.57 Graduate Assistant: Chestnut Hill College

Research: The Concurrent Validity and Intra-rater Reliability of the Goniometer and Digital Inclinometer in Determining Passive Range of Motion in the Lower Extremity; IASTM – Lower extremity Range of motion.

University of South Carolina – Major: B.S Athletic Training (Minor: Theater) Aug 2013–May 2017

GPA: 3.52

Clinical Experiences

Head Athletic Trainer - Gaston Day School Sept 2019 – current

Established 1st full time position time at school, including program expectations and culture.

Coordinates with administrators to create sports medicine course for students.

I believe one on my greatest challenges and areas of growth has been working with parents. I have learned a lot about communication and understanding the needs and expectations of each parent.

As an Administrator I have worked in coordination with the rest of the athletic department to create a stronger sports medicine program and established a trusting relationship with each coach and athlete

Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer – Chestnut Hill College Aug 2017–May 2019

Sprint Football (SF), Cross Country (XC), Women’s Lacrosse (WLAX), Track and Field

SF: Assisted athletes who needed to be able to perform at high-level while being under a weight limit. Dealt with athletes who cut weight and discussed importance of healthy eating habits while maintaining weight.

Track/XC: Managed foot, knee, and hip overuse injuries. Worked on balancing workload and recovery

WLAX: Gained experience with recovery and creative treatments during conference playoffs and away games to allow the athletes to perform at their best under tough conditions of long season.

As a preceptor I worked with students from Temple and Jefferson University, both undergrad and Entry Level Master’s. I was able to teach each student about the role of a clinician and the profession as a whole.

Baltimore Ravens - Training Camp Intern July 2016 – Sep 2016

Assisted in organization and documentation of medications utilized before and during games.

Utilized blood flow restriction therapy to assist in recovery and strengthening post-injury.

Used Dari system to assess body efficiency as well as body control of athletes.

University of South Carolina -Athletic Training Student

Football, Men’s Basketball, Campus Recreation-Rugby, Tennis, Golf, Beach Volleyball, Ben Lippen School, Dreher HS, Irmo HS Aug 2014 – May 2017

Other Work Experience

Residential Summer Camp Staff – Highlands, NC May 2015 – Aug 2019

Organized and lead programing, mentored and lead staff and campers

Instituted Safety guidelines and assisted with growth of the camp

Organized work study campers around the camp

University of South Carolina Teaching Assistant 2015 – 2018

Head, Neck & Spine Lab, Emergency Medical Responder, Therapeutic Exercise, Clinical Fundamentals, Lower Extremity Lab, Functional Anatomy Lab

Under the guidance of the professors I taught small groups, was a model, graded exams, and shared my experiences

Awards and Professional Associations

National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Member – No. 83783 2015 – Present

BOC#: 200*******, NC License #: LAT-4390, NPI#: 153*******-****- Present

Eagle Scout Spring Feb 2010

Charles Sterner, MS, LAT, ATC

Davidson, NC 28036 adle1t@r.postjobfree.com 336-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/charles-sterner-ms-lat-atc-65152588/

References

Kevin Domboski M.Ed, ATC

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Baltimore Ravens

1Winning Drive

Owings Mills, MD 21117

adle1t@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 410-***-****

Clint Haggard, MA, ATC, NREMT-B

Head Football Athletic Trainer

University of South Carolina

1125 George Rogers Blvd

Columbia, SC 29208

adle1t@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 803-***-****

Erin Fidler Med, ATC, CSCS

Head Athletic Trainer, Athletics Healthcare Administrator

Chestnut Hill College

9601 Germantown Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19118

adle1t@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 215-***-****

Casey Field

Athletic Director

Gaston Day School

2001 Gaston Day School Rd., Gastonia, NC 28056

adle1t@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 704-***-****

Alex Medina

Assistant Director of Sports Medicine – Football

University of Tennessee

P.O. Box 15016

Knoxville, TN 37901-5016

adle1t@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 865-***-****

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