JACQUELINE (JACKIE) WOODS
Oak Park
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Doctor of Physical Therapy with a strong foundation in evidence-based patient care, complemented by nearly a decade of experience as a certified personal trainer. Holder of multiple fitness, coaching, and wellness certifications, including Herman and Wallace Level 1 Pelvic Floor Therapy Certification, demonstrating a proven commitment to professional growth and a passion for helping clients achieve their goals through individualized, results-driven programs. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability across diverse settings, and an eagerness to continually expand clinical knowledge to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients of all ages and abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Employed Personal Trainer
Jackie Woods Fitness
04.2020 - Current
- Successfully transferred clients from in-person to virtual personal training
- Found new ways to communicate exercise techniques and corrections
- Scheduled clients while practicing COVID safe precautions
- Managed and implemented new business models
- Managed financial records and payment processes
Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Fitness Specialist
Kishwaukee Northwestern Health & Wellness Center
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Successfully transferred clients from in-person to virtual personal training
- Tracked client’s progressions and regressions
- Provided candid and specific interviews for new clients to best fit the needs for proper programming
Family Caregiver, Jimenez Family
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Childcare for two-year-old twins
- Organized educational games, read stories, and introduced preschool lessons
- Modeled appropriate social behavior and encouraged empathetic responses
- Taught physical activities to promote teamwork and developed motor skills
- Performed light housekeeping, prepared and served three meals
Lifeguard, Aquatic Facility Coordinator, Assistant Swim Lesson Coordinator
Park District of Oak Park
06.2013 - 08.2021
- Orchestrated emergency action plans
- Instructed swimmers ages 18 months+ for proper swim techniques
- Lead 60+ teenage lifeguards in proper lifesaving and customer service skills
Rehab Aid
Nova Care Rehab Center
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Observed and recorded patient responses to therapies and exercises to report to the physical therapist.
- Helped maintain the cleanliness of facility and equipment
- Helped administer treatment for patients in a clinical setting and aquatic setting
Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Swim Instructor
Fitness Formula Club
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed over 50 clients monthly to exceed company’s sales and revenue goals
- Coached a range of fitness levels from novice to pro endurance athletes
- Continued strength and conditioning education through weekly workshops and new certifications
- Taught adults to swim with compassion and patience
Swim Coach
Team Millennium
05.2016 - 02.2018
- Organized groups of twenty 7- 10-year olds for safe participation of sport
- Broke down swim skills in fun ways to better swim skill efficiency
- Emphasized the importance of good sportsmanship and team building
Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Swim Instructor
Loyola Hospital Center for Fitness
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Customized workout plans and demonstration proper equipment use for post medically treated patients
- Guided clients through safe and modified workouts to the fitness levels from diabetes to arthritis.
- Taught 30-person group exercise classes
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy Program
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Business Administration, Strength & Conditioning
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, Mn01.2016
High School - undefined
Fenwick High School
Oak Park, IL01.2012
Skills
- Strength training
- Leadership skills
- Fitness program development
- Client coaching
- Customer service
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Small business operations
CLINICAL EXPERIENCES
- Select Medical, Las Vegas, Outpatient, 210 hours, Winter 2023
- Team Rehab, Downers Grove, Outpatient, 280 hours, Spring 2024
- RUSH Hospital, Chicago, IL, Acute Care Setting, 350 hours, Winter 2025
- Northwestern, Dekalb, IL, Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapy, Pelvic Floor Therapy- Womens, Mens & PediatricPelvic Floor Care, 350 hours, Spring 2025
Accomplishments
- Class President of NIU DPT Cohort ‘25, 2022- 2025
- Intermediate Spanish proficiency (CEFR B1)
- MSUM Dragon Wellness Educators, 2015, 2016
- MSUM Student Orientation Counselor (SOC) 2013-2016
- MSUM Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC), 2012-2016, Vice President (2016)
- MSUM Swim Team Rookie of the Year, 2013, Most Valuable Player, 2014, MSUM Swim Team Captain, 2015, 2016
- MSUM Black Student Union (BSU), 2014, Vice President, 2016
- MSUM Tour Guide, 2014-2016
Certification
- Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Therapist, Level 1, 2025
- 22 Day 200-Hour Awakenings Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica, 2022
- BLS CPR American Heart Association, 2022
- NASM Women’s Health Specialist Certification, 2021
- Loyola Center for Fitness Employee of the Quarter, 2017
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer, 2016-
- Maddog Spin Instructor, 2016-
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Fitness Specialist
Kishwaukee Northwestern Health & Wellness Center
02.2023 - 05.2025
Family Caregiver, Jimenez Family
06.2020 - 05.2022
Self Employed Personal Trainer
Jackie Woods Fitness
04.2020 - Current
Rehab Aid
Nova Care Rehab Center
03.2018 - 03.2020
Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Swim Instructor
Fitness Formula Club
08.2017 - 03.2020
Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Swim Instructor
Loyola Hospital Center for Fitness
08.2016 - 08.2017
Swim Coach
Team Millennium
05.2016 - 02.2018
Lifeguard, Aquatic Facility Coordinator, Assistant Swim Lesson Coordinator
Park District of Oak Park
06.2013 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Business Administration, Strength & Conditioning
Minnesota State University Moorhead
High School - undefined
Fenwick High School
Doctorate - Physical Therapy Program
Northern Illinois University
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