ANDREW JOPSEH SOCHA
Palatine
Summary
Overall I'm looking to work somewhere where I can get a good sense of self-worth and enjoyment, I look forward to advancing my working career in an environment where I can learn from my peers while spreading some positive information to my peers as well.
Experienced with developing and implementing training programs for athletes. Utilizes motivational techniques and strategic planning to enhance team performance. Track record of fostering strong communication and collaboration among team members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front End Team Member
Dicks Sporing Goods
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance customer experience.
- Operated point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient transaction processing.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets consistently.
Store Associate
party plus
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Lifting and moving heavy objects
- Talking to Customers
- Frequent driving
- Handling orders
- Working front desk
- Setting up events
- Taking down events
- Handling Customer concerns and questions
Crew Team Member
Culvers
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Handling restaurant tasks such as washing down tables and equipment, taking out the trash, and replacing broken equipment
- Handling customers
- Greeting customers
- Running food
- Drive-through order taker
- Cashier
- Front end worker
Student Teacher
South Elgin High School
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and classroom needs.
- Supported assessment and evaluation of student performance through various methods and tools.
- Organized educational activities that fostered teamwork and critical thinking among students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
Assistant Coach
South Elgin High School
01.2026 - Current
- Supported head coach in organizing team activities and scheduling practices efficiently.
- Assisted in developing practice plans to enhance player skills and team performance.
- Coordinated with players to ensure understanding of plays and team objectives during drills.
- Mentored junior players, fostering teamwork and encouraging a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and coaching staff regarding team expectations and schedule updates.
- Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success, and personal performance with adaptability.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove South High School
Downers Grove, IllinoisAssociate of Science - Teaching
College of Dupage
Chicago, Illinois12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Geography Education
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois12-2026
Skills
- Friendly
- Cooperative
- Innovative
- Resourceful
- Informative
- Leadership
- Common knowledge
- Time management
- Creativity
- Alertness
- Player evaluations
- Performance analysis
- Game strategy development
Community Service
Helping hand kids clothing drive | 04/24- 04/24
Coaching
Coach for intramural basketball team | 02/25-03/25
Hobbies and Interests
- Baseball Fan
- Big sports guy
- Love athletics
- History buff
- Car enthusiast
- Avid gamer
Timeline
Student Teacher
South Elgin High School
01.2026 - 05.2026
Assistant Coach
South Elgin High School
01.2026 - Current
Front End Team Member
Dicks Sporing Goods
06.2024 - 08.2024
Crew Team Member
Culvers
07.2023 - 11.2023
Store Associate
party plus
04.2023 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Teaching
College of Dupage
High School Diploma -
Downers Grove South High School
Bachelor of Science - Geography Education
Illinois State University