Deborah LeClaire
Hillsborough
Summary
Dynamic wellness professional focused on personalized coaching and health education. Leveraged holistic health awareness to enhance client well-being, achieving significant milestones. Skilled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, consistently promoting a healthy lifestyle. Demonstrated excellence in program support and self-care promotion, contributing to a positive and inclusive environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Wellness Coach
Independant Contract
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Empowered clients by teaching them how to set achievable goals that aligned with their personal values and aspirations.
- Created a supportive environment where clients felt comfortable discussing their challenges openly without judgment or criticism.
- Monitored, tracked, and reported on individual progress with wellness plans.
- Evaluated client progress through regular check-ins and follow-up appointments, celebrating milestones and adjusting plans as needed.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering open communication and long-term commitment to wellness goals.
Barista Manager
Coffee Shop (now Closed)
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
- Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Provided ongoing coaching and support to team members, helping them reach their full potential while fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
- Collaborated with cafe management to design and implement promotional strategies for cafe items.
- Maintained high standards of food safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and local health regulations.
- Ensured smooth transitions during shift changes with clear communication and thorough handover procedures.
Personal Trainer
NS Ingleside, MWR
12.2003 - 12.2004
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Maintained high standards of safety and cleanliness in training areas, minimizing risk of injury and promoting healthy workout environment.
Recreational Aide (Latchkey Program)
City of Corpus
08.2003 - 12.2003
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop engaging, age-appropriate programming for various groups.
- Promoted a safe environment for all participants by maintaining clean facilities and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Maintained order among participants and spectators to enforce conduct rules conformance.
- Opened, closed and secured facilities at prescribed times to accommodate scheduled activities.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Owner/Operator/Coach
Summer Camp Fun
01.2000 - 07.2003
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Organized and led community sports events, promoting physical activity and sportsmanship in local area.
- Fostered positive and inclusive team environment, leading to increased team cohesion and morale.
Head Student Athletic Trainer
Columbia Union College
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Communicated with head trainer and doctors about patient needs.
- Developed strong rapport with student-athletes, fostering trust and open communication regarding their health status or concerns.
- Prescribed treatments such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
- Bolstered team morale by providing emotional support and encouragement to injured athletes during their recovery process.
- Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries.
- Evaluated and triaged athletic injuries for doctor.
- Promoted a safe athletic environment through the diligent inspection and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Camp Counselor
Goal Summer Day Camp
05.1998 - 08.1998
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Education
Master of Arts - Health/Wellness Coach (Nutrition Emphasis)
Maryland University of Integrative Health
Laurel08-2018
Bachelor of Science - General Studies, Emphasis in Phys.Ed/Psychology
Columbia Union College
Takoma Park, MD05-2002
Skills
- Self-care promotion
- Holistic health awareness
- Nutrition
- Health education
- Personalized coaching
- Healthy lifestyle advocacy
- Materials preparation
- Program support
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certified Holistic Health Cert. (6/2025)
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of holistic nutrition and its practical applications. Competence in the course material will enable you to support your clients' health and well-being by applying your nutrition knowledge. For more information on this course, please view the slideshow below:
Timeline
Health Wellness Coach
Independant Contract
01.2020 - 06.2021
Barista Manager
Coffee Shop (now Closed)
01.2005 - 12.2006
Personal Trainer
NS Ingleside, MWR
12.2003 - 12.2004
Recreational Aide (Latchkey Program)
City of Corpus
08.2003 - 12.2003
Owner/Operator/Coach
Summer Camp Fun
01.2000 - 07.2003
Head Student Athletic Trainer
Columbia Union College
08.1999 - 06.2000
Camp Counselor
Goal Summer Day Camp
05.1998 - 08.1998
Master of Arts - Health/Wellness Coach (Nutrition Emphasis)
Maryland University of Integrative Health
Bachelor of Science - General Studies, Emphasis in Phys.Ed/Psychology
Columbia Union College
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