The main duty of a Special Olympics Coach is responsible for providing athletes with comprehensive sports training and preparation for mainly national or Olympics level competition. Roles and responsibilities often described on the Special Olympics Coach Resume are – selecting, assessing, and training special Olympics athletes, recruiting athletes and properly completing and submitting all required medical and registration materials; assessing each athlete to determine the individual and team skill level for training and competition in selected sports, developing individualized training programs for each athlete, and providing proper planning for each step of training and competition. Other core duties can include providing and maintaining a safe and secure physical environment, and assigning duties to coaches, and training assistants.
To complete the job successfully the following skills are required – familiarity with individual training techniques and methodologies, a good understanding of the sport being coached, the ability to provide and maintain a safe and secure physical environment, and the ability to know and understand the sport being coached and abide by the official special Olympics sports rules and the national governing body rules of the sport. A bachelor’s degree is common on applicants’ resumes, through formal educational requirements to become one may vary by employer and location. Other requirements often include a state teaching certification, CPR training, and background checks.
Summary : Special Olympics Coach with 10 years of experience in Maintaining current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida policies and procedures. Assisting in the development of an annual budget that supports community outreach activities for revenue growth and sustainability of program. Working collaboratively with program staff to ensure the proper management of volunteers with an appropriate recognition program. Supporting the Director, Community Engagement or Regional Director in creation of monthly newsletter and social media content.
Coached and organized Special Olympics sports for children with and without disabilities to promote social inclusion through sports.
United and mentored Special Olympic athletes and partners( children without disabilities) as teammates for training and competition.
An award from the Mayor of Huntington Park for winning the Special Olympic's Gold medal in team basketball.
Coached and won Special Olympics Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals in basketball, wheel chair basketball, soccer, and baseball.
Several trophies presented to Huntington Park High School for Special Olympics championships in basketball, baseball, wheel chair basketball, and soccer.
Assisted with the planning and implementation of all Special Olympic Florida Competitions and trainings in assigned area.
Assisted in securing County & Area Games site venues, insurance, volunteer recruitment and EMT services as well coordinating all aspects of assigned competitions
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor In Sociology
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Summary : Special Olympics Coach with 9 years of experience in Conducting robust community outreach to families, businesses, elected officials, and other local and regional stakeholders to build relationships that help to further Special Olympics Floridas objectives. Working collaboratively with Special Olympics Florida staff on County, Area, Invitational, State or Regional Games. Supporting sports and non-competitive staff in development of strategy to expand programming in assigned area to include marketing plan to recruit athletes, unified partners, volunteers and new donors to support programs.
Skills : Community Outreach, Staff Management.
Description :
Organized coaches meetings/trainings for each sport prior to the start of each season and ensure all coaches are properly up to date in terms of sport specific certifications, volunteer Class A forms and Protective Behaviors.
Attended SOFL county, area and state competitions.
GMS proficient to lead the registration, tracking and games management onboarding processes.
Assisted with inventory of all equipment, banners, awards and order replacements as needed.
Supported the delegation management process for all assigned trainings & competitions.
Processed new athlete and volunteer registrations and input them directly into GMS.
Maintained current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida sports rules, policies and procedures.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor In Sociology
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Summary : Special Olympics Coach is Overseeing the creation of quarterly GYE newsletters. Ensuring accessibility across all content. Supporting the development and maintenance of the new GYE website and Intranet. Contributing to the development of youth-focused and youth-led storytelling content. Supporting the continued growth of Spread the Word: Inclusion as a storytelling platform. Providing support for the digital engagement fellow. Providing support for additional GYE communications projects as needed.
Skills : Coach Assistant, Supervising Skills.
Description :
Ensured proper maintenance of athlete medical records and volunteer paperwork.
Processed coaches paperwork in a timely manner and ensures all training and certifications are up-to-date.
Processed RTP and games registration forms, in addition to the results entry.
Assisted with competition scheduling and design for county and area games.
Responsible for assisting with games preparation.
Tracked athlete participation per sport and competition.
Facilitated contracts and insurance for facilities, training and events.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Summary : Special Olympics Coach is Leading graphic design efforts across GYE initiatives and platforms. Developing visual identity that fits within the larger Special Olympics brand. Driving social media efforts across GYE initiatives, pitching ideas for new campaigns and content, and developing a robust strategy to increase our reach. Driving the Collective Responsibility Social Media Initiative.
Skills : Leadership, Social Media Assistant.
Description :
Processed invoices, check requests, purchase orders, reimbursements and additional finance forms when necessary.
Attended county and area competitions where applicable.
Performed all AP activities required for monthly close, including but not limited to notifying and requesting accrued expenses from all departments, programs and budget officers.
Led annual Accounts Payable Training.
Assisted onboarding of new staff, providing 1v1 training where required.
Managed maintenance of the accounts payable files.
Provided exceptional customer service to departments, budget officers, and other staff.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Headline : Special Olympics Coach is working with all levels of management; working effectively with other team members; concurrently advancing multiple tasks and projects with limited supervision; providing effective business solutions and collaborate with senior management in problem resolution; Demonstrating respect, flexibility, initiative and tact; excellent listening, reasoning, and negotiating skills.
Skills : Management Skills, Accounting.
Description :
Worked on the full cycle processes associated with the SOI accounts payable function (check, ACH, & wires).
Coordinated all wire transfers as directed by the Assistant Controller.
Processed disbursements associated with SOI revenue sharing arrangements (e.g., multi-state distributions, direct mail, work place giving) & the communication of such disbursements to State Chapter finance contacts.
Assisted with the preparation of monthly schedules as required.
Ensured that vendor files are accurately maintained to support the annual 1099 filing process
Filed and Maintained of GL files in electronic form.
Know ledged of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles preferred.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Headline : Special Olympics Volunteer is Accurately processing daily gift entry, reconciles to daily deposits, process online donations.
Entering all BBMS constituents. Directing and controlling gift accounting and reporting activities, ensuring efficiency, accuracy and security over the process. Creating batch reports in timely manner.
Maintaining appropriate internal controls related to the recording of transactions.
Initiating thank you letters.
Skills : Training, Coaching Assistant.
Description :
Helped introduce and facilitate ways of sharing best practices between Programs and across Regions to support a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Managed monthly Organizational Development calls and in-person meetings.
Developed OD team annual plan, monthly agenda, produce meeting minutes and actions, ensure completion of the actions by the team members.
Supported International Advisory Committee (IAC) logistics and production of meeting minutes.
Facilitated the Local Program Guide roll-out and development of additional resources.
Supported roll-out of Special Olympics Program Quality Standards, Board Governance Resource Center and other similar tools aimed at improving the growth and quality of Programs.
Coordinated the Alumni Network, a volunteer group providing training and mentoring to Program leadership.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Objective : Special Olympics Coach is Supporting curation and sharing of leadership training and development materials, including a library of online and e-learning materials and resources. Maintaining OrgEx Leadership pages on Special Olympics website(s) current and up-to-date. Supporting with internal communications on the ongoing leadership projects. Supporting development and delivery of a standardized Program CEO/National Director global orientation module.
Skills : Directing Skills, Managing.
Description :
Managed the scheduling of internal and external training and development for Program leaders and staff.
Established and managed a tracking system to support the introduction of a globally consistent mentorship scheme for Program Leaders.
Adopted a patient, diplomatic approach and solve problems while maintaining strong work relationships.
Capacity to traveled independently both nationally and internationally, including non-traditional work hours (nights and/or weekends) where required.
Worked day-to-day without face-to-face on-site supervision.
Worked professionally with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Maintained confidentiality.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Objective : Special Olympics Coach is Assisting with signing up athletes and families to community engagement opportunities. Overseeing family table and initiatives at all competitions in assigned region. Assisting in management of promotional activities for county and local programs.
Skills : Programming, Event Assistant.
Description :
Coordinated logistics and assist with event operations for Special Olympics Florida (SOFL) State level sport competitions and Healthy Athletes events.
Provided assistance with unloading and loading vehicles for competitions and events.
Executed and directed all set up and break down at Special Olympics Florida state events.
Oversaw logistics and equipment operations at state events.
Provided assistance in maintaining the office, warehouse and attic, including cleaning and organization.
Oversaw ordering of cleaning and office supplies.
Operated company vehicles (F150, box truck, NV200, etc.) to bring to events and warehouse.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Objective : Special Olympics Coach is Coordinating facilitation of family registration system for new families. Coordinating the family recognition system. Assisting with all peer to peer campaigns in assigned area. Data entry for volunteer and family database.
Assisting in the coordination of special events, including donor/volunteer appreciation events or fundraising initiatives.
Skills : Database Assistant, Volunteer.
Description :
Oversaw fleet vehicle service appointments, cleaning, etc.
Performed preventative maintenance in and around facilities.
Inventory all supplied and equipment after each Healthy Athlete screening, detecting repairs needed and new supplies to be ordered.
Oversaw of Healthy Athletes equipment and supplies at storage site on property.
Sorted out equipment and supplies for each area and state screening.
Kept supply bins stocked for all 8 venues for medical and office administrative supplies, and up-to-date copies of all forms needed for portable screening file boxes.
Made logistical arrangements for competitions and health screenings including but not limited to hotels, food, and table, tent and chair rental.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Special Olympics Coach Resume
Objective : As a Special Olympics Coach is Training site coordinators and provide necessary support to ensure that athletes are receiving high quality training and that all Special Olympics Florida guidelines are followed. Developing growth and retention strategy to increase participation through all Special Olympics Florida developmental sports program offerings in assigned area.
Skills : Planning, Sports Program.
Description :
Assisted with referrals and database for Healthy Athletes as time allows.
Assisted with copying materials and arranging file boxes for each screening.
Worked with Regional Director to identify and recruit schools and agencies not yet participating in Special Olympics Florida to begin developmental sports programs, maintaining up-to-date contact list.
Oversaw planning and execution of culminating events including securing venues, purchasing necessary equipment, supplies and rentals, brand implementation, entertainment, meals, t-shirts and EMT.
Supported Unified Champion Schools initiatives to identify and recruit schools that are appropriate for Unified Sports, Inclusive Youth Leadership and Whole School Engagement.
Supported Manager of Sports Training and Competition at county and area competitions as needed.
Maintained current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida program rules, policies and procedures.
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