Rachel Tortora

Rachel tortora

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Miami University Alumni

  • Education

    • Miami university

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of arts - ba mass communication/media studies

      Media and Culture, Media, Journalism & Film Studies

    • Miami university

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of science - bs sport leadership & management, kinesiology and health

      Major Concentration: Sport Media and Communication

    • North middlesex regional

      2014 - 2018

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, New Orleans Service Learning, Varsity Field Hockey Captain, Varsity Track & Field Captain, NM Students for Animals, National Art Honor Society

  • Experience

    • U.s. figure skating

      Aug 2008 - now

      In this role, I instructed group lesson classes consisting of 7-10 students once a week. I taught two different age groups basic skating skills, one adult class and one class with young skaters ranging in age from 4-12 years old. Synchronized Skating

      • U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate Instructor

        Mar 2017 - now
      • Competitive Figure Skater

        Aug 2008 - Mar 2023
    • Miami university

      Jul 2018 - May 2022
      Ncaa division 1 student athlete

      Miami Collegiate Varsity Synchronized Skating Athlete2019 US National Champion

    • Goggin ice center

      May 2019 - Jun 2022
      Marketing intern

      In this position I am frequently and consistently managing information for social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, researching industry trends to identify new opportunities for engaging digital content and creating designs to market for the many events and programs that take place at the Goggin Ice Center.

    • Camp middlesex

      Jun 2019 - Sept 2022

      Help lead and guide counselors in their roles and responsibilities.Created weekly lesson plans and helped solve problems as they arise.Lead weekly lessons and oversaw the counselor in training program. Supervised a cabin of 10 overnight campers and created a supportive environment for youth to reach their fullest potential and provided opportunities that stimulate the development of each camper’s self-esteem through supportive relationships.

      • Jr Camp Director

        Apr 2022 - Sept 2022
      • Summer Camp Counselor

        Jun 2019 - Sept 2022
    • Miami university athletics

      Mar 2021 - Nov 2021
      Broadcaster

      I have recently started my Miami University Athletics Communications Broadcast internship this past spring season for the Varsity Field Hockey Team. I have had a great experience so far learning about how to keep fans engaged through live stream broadcast with my personal commentary of games. Having played the sport myself, I offer a unique insight and understanding of the game of field hockey.

    • Pineville ice house

      Jun 2023 - Mar 2024

      I provide sales and customer service to all rink customers including, recreational, hockey and figure skating programs.In this role I am proficient in operating all aspects of the rink including, food service, program management, money management, facility and managing staff. Managed the entire program of 3 teams and 37 total skatersSet practice and competition schedules and designed travel itinerariesChoreographed and facilitated development of the programs and individual skatersKept in constant contact with parents and skatersEmpowered young athletes and boosted their confidence while fostering a safe and lively learning atmospherePlanned and organized end of season banquet

      • Operations Manager

        Jun 2023 - Mar 2024
      • Director of Synchronized Skating

        Jun 2023 - Mar 2024
    • Camp middlesex

      Jun 2024 - Sept 2024
      Curriculum director

      Planned and organized the curriculum schedule for Summer Camp. Scheduled program activities and made sure each area was well equipped, and ran smoothly

    • Hayden recreation centre

      Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
      Sports camp director

      Oversaw the planning, organization, and execution of a multi-sport summer camp program for children ages 6 - 13, ensuring a positive, safe, and engaging environmentDeveloped and implemented daily schedules, including a variety of sports activities, games, and educational sessions, catering to the skill levels and interests of campers

    • Coffee pond photography & yearbooks

      Aug 2024 - Jan 2025
      Customer care representative

      - Managed and resolved customer issues, ensuring a timely and satisfactory resolution to enhance customer satisfaction- Responded to customer inquiries via phone and email, consistently maintaining a high level of professionalism and courtesy- Performed other duties such as entering orders and correcting exemption reports- Documented customer interactions and transactions, including details of inquiries or comments, as well as actions taken

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Standard first aid, cpr and aed

      American red cross
      Jun 2021
    • American red cross lifeguard certificate

      American red cross
      Jun 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Rachel Tortora
      U.S. National Champion U.S. Figure Skating Mar 2022 Synchronized Skating Collegiate Champion
    • Awarded to Rachel Tortora
      U.S. National Champion U.S. Figure Skating Mar 2019 Synchronized Skating Collegiate Champion
    • Awarded to Rachel Tortora
      Camp Spirit Camp Middlesex Highest camp honor awarded to campers/staff that demonstrate all the ideals of 4-H.
    • Awarded to Rachel Tortora
      Dean's List Miami University Recognized for outstanding performance and named to the Dean's list at Miami University for the spring semester of 2019, the fall semester of 2020 and the fall semester of 2021
    • Awarded to Rachel Tortora
      U.S. Figure Skating Double Gold Medalist U.S. Figure Skating Achieved the highest level in U.S. Figure Skating in both Moves in the Field and Ice Dance.