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Work History
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Certification
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Katie Cotterall

Katie Cotterall

Brisbane,Australia

Summary

I am reliable, determined, and honest, with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. I am committed and hardworking, always maintaining an open mind and a positive, energetic attitude. I am a quick thinker with a keen eye for detail and a genuine passion for sharing knowledge and supporting others to succeed. I am experienced in lesson planning, coaching, and bilingual communication, with a strong focus on fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Team Member

Coles Supermarket
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided friendly and efficient customer service, assisting shoppers with inquiries and purchases.
  • Maintained fresh produce displays, ensuring products were well-stocked, fresh, and attractively presented.
  • Monitored product quality and removed expired or damaged items promptly.
  • Operated the cash register and handled transactions accurately.
  • Followed food safety and hygiene standards to ensure a clean and safe shopping environment.

Gymnastics Coach

Launceston PCYC
02.2013 - 01.2019
  • Instructed children in gymnastics activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
  • Choreographed gymnastics and dance routines for the end-of-year-display to highlight gymnasts' skills and progress.
  • Created competitive floor routines tailored to individual gymnasts, meeting technical requirements and showcasing their strengths.

Gymnastics Choreographer

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
  • Choreographed competitive artistic gymnastics floor routines tailored to each gymnast's personality and chosen music, while ensuring all skill requirements were met.
  • Organised and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.

Senior Gymnastics Coach

Balance Brisbane
11.2020 - Current
  • Developed and wrote comprehensive lesson plans for gymnastics and tumbling, including skill regressions and progressions tailored to individual student needs.
  • Implemented lesson plans effectively, coaching gymnasts to improve skills and confidence.
  • Created and maintained a safe, positive, and encouraging training environment for all athletes.
  • Mentored and led junior coaches, sharing expertise and fostering professional development.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections of equipment and maintained a clean, organised and safe training space.

Camp Coach / Counsellor

International Gymnastics Camp
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Gymnastics coach and camp counsellor for youth between the ages of eight and eighteen in the USA.

Education

BEd (Secondary) & BFA (Dance) -

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
02.2021 - 07.2025

High School Diploma -

Launceston College
Launceston, TAS
11-2017

Skills

  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  • Strong Attention to Detail
  • Effective Planning and Coordination
  • Dependable, Responsible, and Hardworking
  • Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
  • Highly Organised and Time-Conscious
  • Leadership and Motivating Others
  • Musicality and Sense of Rhythm
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Commitment to Excellence and Continuous Improvement

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR ( Business Wise First Aid Training) | 2024
  • Gold Certified Coach with Recreational Gymnastics Australia (RGA) | 2025

Languages

Japanese

Timeline

Gymnastics Choreographer

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current

BEd (Secondary) & BFA (Dance) -

Queensland University of Technology
02.2021 - 07.2025

Senior Gymnastics Coach

Balance Brisbane
11.2020 - Current

Camp Coach / Counsellor

International Gymnastics Camp
06.2018 - 08.2018

Team Member

Coles Supermarket
02.2017 - 01.2019

Gymnastics Coach

Launceston PCYC
02.2013 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Launceston College
Katie Cotterall