Instructional Designer & Education Specialist

MONASIA TAYLOR

Lawrenceville, GA 678-***-**** ***********@*****.*** LinkedIn

SUMMARY

Sport psychology professional with experience in mental skills training, athlete motivation, and performance enhancement. Holds a Master’s in Athletic Leadership and brings a background in research on psychological and developmental influences on athletic perfor- mance. Experienced in coaching, workshop facilitation, and applying evidence-based mental performance techniques to help athletes improve confidence, resilience, and focus. Dedicated to supporting whole-athlete development through mentorship and individualized intervention strategies.

SKILLS

• Research and Analysis: Research Design, Gestational Research, Developmental Research

• Data and Analytical Skills: Data Analysis, Data Interpretation, Observational Assessments, Analytical Skills

• Coaching and Sports psychology: Mentorship, Mental Skills Training, Leadership Training, Athlete Development, Physical Devel- opment, Mental health, Athlete wellbeing

EXPERIENCE

Providence Christian Academy Jul 2022 - Present

Track and Field Coach Lilburn, GA

• Develop and deliver customized training programs focusing on motor skills, balance, and body awareness in a varsity track and field setting.

• Coach sprint techniques and skills to enhance performance in individual athletes.

• Support athletes in managing mental, academic, and athletic challenges by conducting assessments and leveraging analytical skills to tailor interventions.

Providence Christian Academy Jul 2022 - May 2025

Pre-school Teacher Lilburn, GA

• Design and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans by using developmental research to support early childhood learning.

• Track student progress using observational assessments and apply analytical skills to recognize learning patterns and areas needing improvement.

• Research best practices in early childhood education by integrating evidence-based techniques to improve student engagement and development.

Rider University Sep 2023 - Dec 2024

Graduate Research

• Conducted original research on how puberty affects young track and field athletes, focusing on psychological adaptation and performance outcomes.

• Reviewed evidence-based sport psychology research to guide intervention strategies.

• Presented findings in both academic and athletic leadership contexts. Rider University

Athletic Leadership (Sport Psychology)

• Designed and facilitated workshops on motivation, visualization, and stress management for high school and collegiate athletes.

• Applied mental skills interventions (goal setting, self-talk, imagery) in athletic settings.

• Familiar with performance profiling, mental performance assessments, and intervention strategies. Birmingham Southern College Sep 2018 - May 2022

Office Assistant- Work Study Birmingham, AL

• Welcomed students, staff, and vendors, helping and guiding them to the correct offices for support.

• Used accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data precisely. Birmingham Southern College

Research Methods Birmingham, AL

• Assisted with research for Research Methods by helping with data collection, analysis, and literature reviews.

• Designed and conducted an experiment in Research Methods, utilizing essential principles of research design and methodology.

• Investigated the possible connection between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, reviewing existing research and medical findings.

EDUCATION

Rider University 2024

Master of Arts, Athletic Leadership with a concentration in Sports Psychology

• GPA: 4.0

Birmingham-Southern College 2022

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC):In progress

• SafeSport:Valid through July 2026

• CPR/First Aid Certified:Valid through August 2026

• USATF level 1 coaching certification:Valid through December 2026 LEADERSHIP

APA 2021 - Present

Member

Student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC) 2021 - 2022 President

Birmingham Southern College Track and Field 2018 - 2022 Black Student Union 2018 - 2022

PAPERS/WORKSHOPS

• Taylor, M..Leadership philosophy and development plan.Rider University, 2024

• Taylor, M..The effects of puberty on young track and field athletes.Rider University, 2023. Workshops: Developed workshops on leadership in sport and Psychological Skills Training.

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