Carolyn Roach, M.Ed. Email & Phone Number

West Haven, Connecticut, United States

• Coach and support players during practices and games, contributing to skill development, game strategy execution, and individual growth.
• Provide academic support to student-athletes, monitor progress toward degree completion, and assist with regular academic check-ins to ensure success.
• Coordinate team travel logistics, including securing accommodations, organizing meals, and managing transportation arrangements.

Connecticut, United States

At Grit Rugby LLC, we're dedicated to elevating rugby players to their full potential on and off the field. We currently offer in-person rugby coaching in Connecticut and New York and virtual coaching services anywhere in the world. Our elite coaching experiences provide the tools, skills, and knowledge aspiring collegiate and professional rugby players.

Newtown, Connecticut, United States

Providing elite coaching and training to the high school girls' club rugby team at Aspetuck Valley Rugby Club.Highlights:~WON the 2023 & 2024 Connecticut State Championship~WON the 2023 & 2024 Elite Girls Rugby League Championship~PLACED 5th in the Nation at the Girls High School Club National Invitational Championship

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Collaborate with Program Directors nationwide, including the CPO, to jointly develop and oversee programs as a member of the buildOn U.S. Leadership Team.
• Build and supervise a team of Engagement Specialists at the local level to successfully execute the buildOn IPARD Service learning program and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Leading a local team of Engagement Specialists to implement the buildOn IPARD Service learning program and reach target key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Providing coaching, training, and guidance for team members as they implement a universal service learning curriculum to reach engagement KPIs.
• Maintaining and building relationships with Department of Education officials, school advisors and counselors, administrators, faculty, support staff, parents, and local community partners.
• Cultivating partnerships with local community-based organizations to increase meaningful service opportunities for students to serve in the community.

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Engaged students from various schools in service learning in the classroom in partnership with teachers, increasing academic engagement and connection to school, and leading to social and emotional learning.
• Established, developed, and maintained strategic partnerships with school advisors and counselors, administrators, faculty, support staff, parents, and local community partners.
• Planned, executed, and directed all regional events, including Service Kick Off, Citywide Service, Celebrate buildOn!, and other large-scale events.
• Designed marketing and communications materials relating to service opportunities and leadership development.
• Built rapport, trust, and cooperation with underserved high school students.
• Developed engaging presentations centered on social justice curriculum for students as a member of the Curriculum Committee and in my role as an after-school program facilitator.

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Facilitated and implemented creative in-classes and weekly meetings to engage students in curriculum-aligned IPARD service learning to increase academic engagement both virtually and in-person.
• Provided an outlet for historically underserved students to gain leadership skills, learn about social justice, and explore career pathways.
• Built and maintained relationships with teachers, students, and community partners (i.e. Green Village Initiative, Bridgeport Public Library, Neighborhood Hall, Sustainable Westchester, WE ACT for Environmental.
• Utilized various methods of communication, such as Zoom, Nearpod, Instagram, Canva and Gmail to effectively communicate and engage students on a weekly basis.
• Exceeded the student engagement goal by 221% in the month of April and maintained an upward trend in student engagement throughout the duration of my employment.

New Haven, Connecticut, United States

• Taught multidisciplinary classes on short notice; retained student attention, modeled active learning, and improved student engagement and participation.
• Supervised and engaged in all aspects of the afterschool experience; guided activities from crafts, sports, and games to reading and cooking.
• Participated in professional development and training programs.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

• Engaged and built trustworthy relationships with high school student athletes while providing mentorship, volunteer opportunities, guidance, and college counseling.
• Engaged with the high school girls' basketball team by completing volunteer opportunities within the community.
• Explained the college application and scholarship process with student-athletes.

Northampton, MA

• Trained and developed new players to transition into playing rugby from different sport backgrounds.
• Created a safe and open environment for everyone to develop and grow both on and off the field.
• Led a variety of passing and catching drills to new players and veteran players.
• Discussed the importance of the drills and how the drills relate to rugby.

Amherst, MA

• Organized and planned career and professional development programming for student-athletes, including the development of the Career Fair & Forum and Start Smart.
• Managed social media and other campus outlets to send out messages on behalf of Student-Athlete Development to increase student athlete engagement and professional growth.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

• Advocated for students and supported them in Individualized Educational Program (IEP) meetings.
• Monitored attendance, grades, and behavior of elementary students and assisted students with homework in a safe space.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

• Supervised 15-20 children between ages 4-6 years old and organized P.E. activities that developed their locomotor, manipulative, and non-manipulative skills.
• Evaluated student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and student learning outcomes and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Designed curriculum based on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Health Curriculum Framework.

• Developed and implemented a training schedule for a diverse population of student athletes.
• Demonstrated mastery of rugby knowledge and a commitment to student-athlete success
• Compiled tackling statistics in order to identify weaknesses and refine players’ techniques.
• Facilitated drills for both experienced and non-experience players.
• Promoted team cohesion and confidence among players.

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

• Managed and delegated responsibilities to 8-10 counselors to maintain a structured schedule.Administered programming and facilitated activities throughout the entire day for camp.
• Supervised 20-25 children between ages 5-6; communicated camp schedule, activities, and child development to parents.
• Mediated and resolved conflict disputes among children, counselors, and parents swiftly, respectfully, and calmly.

Sudbury, MA

• Assisted the head coach with breakdown of films, leading practice, and starting line-ups.
• Analyzed and evaluated game footage and player statistics in coordination with the coaching team to improve game outcomes.
• Maintained a professional and coach-player relationship with the players.

Springfield, MA

• Designed and led team practices, drills, warm-ups, and plays; evaluated players and provided feedback.
• Used interpersonal communication and leadership skills to motivate players, foster team cohesion, and successfully accomplish team and individual goals.

Holyoke, MA

• Worked one on one with players to improve proper technique in tackling and throwing.
• Facilitated drills and led warm ups before every game and specific groups.

Master Of Education - Med, Athletic Administration

Activities and Societies: Leadership Series Committee (Co-Chair)

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Movement And Sports Studies And Coaching

Activities and Societies: Springfield College Women's Rugby Team (Captain 2015-2017)