PAMELA ATCHLEY STILL

1709 COUNTRY GARDEN DRIVE, SHELBY, NC 28150

704-482-6026 (home) * 314-703-6878 (cell) ps1054692@westpost.net
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Energetic professional possesses expertise in instructional design and delivery.
Audiences range from corporate employees and customers to seniors and children
. Experience includes utilities, non-profits and academia. Recognized and valu
ed for positive attitude, understanding of big picture and ability to communicat
e directly, clearly and tactfully. Sought out and requested as instructor for e
xcellence in performance, customer satisfaction and thorough knowledge of topic
and the environment. Currently serves as Instructor at the YMCA and employed as
Substitute Teacher for special needs children.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DOVER FOUNDATION YMCA, Shelby, NC 1993-Present
- Fitness Instructor (1993-Present) - -Presently leads a variety of classes (yog
a, cardio, water). Focus on getting a well-rounded workout in a safe manner.
- Interim Aquatics Director (2000) - Managed the pool and its staff (lifeguards
).
- Aquatics and Group Fitness Department Coordinator (2003-2007) - Designed the m
onthly schedules for land and water aerobics. Monitored 20 instructors' credent
ials and provided training to keep all up to date. Maintained the chemicals, cl
eaning and boiler.
- Youth Fitness Instructor- (2001-2003) Lead yoga and fitness classes tailored t
o pre-k and to kinder through 6th grade children.
- Silver Sneaker and Splash Fitness Leader - Attended and passed the "Silver Sne
aker" (a chair based class) and "Silver Splash" (pool class) trainings provided
by Humana Insurance. These classes are intended for the aging community, but in
cludes some special needs members as well. - Taught Silver Sneakers on a weekly
basis 2006 and 2007. Sub in as needed now.
CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM, Shelby, NC 2006-Present
Substitute Teacher (2008 - Present)
- Primary Substitute for the Autistic/special needs room at Elizabeth Elementar
y School
North Shelby School Coach (2006 - 2007)
Coached the Special Olympics Swim Team, working with 12 special needs children o
n their swimming skills, and prepared them to perform at the Cleveland County Sp
ecial Olympics swim competition
Duke Power Company, Charlotte, NC 1988-1999 Technical Service and Support
(1996-1999)
Provided and supported power solutions to Duke Power's largest industrial and co
mmercial customers, including PPG, Timken, Celanese and others.
Engineer (1994-1996)
Served as primary engineer supporting local land developers in Charlotte, NC.
Power Marketing Account Executive (1992-1994)
Developed and maintained professional business relationships with general servic
e and industrial customers providing excellent customer service. Recognized opp
ortunities and promoted programs as well as increased strategic sales
Power Sales Specialist (1988-1992)
Evaluated, implemented, administered and advised in the development of major pow
er marketing programs in the areas of food service and water heating and provide
d technical training to field personnel.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Clemson University, Clemson, SC
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
- Passed the EIT Exam
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
* Power Marketing School
* Influencing Skills
* Problem Solving and Decision Making
* Public Speaking,
* Technical Writing
* Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Program
* CPR, First Aid and Blood Born Pathogens
VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP
American Heart Association
- Sponsor Chair 1999 and 2000 raising $20,000 to $30,000
- Auction Chair 2002 and 2003 raising about $100,000
- Auction Committee Member 2001, 2006 to present