"Dedicated to advancing opportunities for youth through meaningful systemic transformations, gained through hands-on real-world observation and practical experience, all of which contributes to the growth of my educational career"
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
5th, 7th Grade Math Lead Teacher
Phylis Wheatley Community School
09.2023 - Current
3x Teacher of the month
NOETA Teacher of the year 24-25
Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
Collaborated with parents to support student development and address concerns.
Girls Head Coach
Phylis Wheatley Community School
09.2023 - Current
2x Martin Luther King Tournament Champions
Crescent City League Champions
2x Firstline school league champion
40-1 Record for 2023-24 Season
Elite Coach/ Trainer
Up Next Elite Camp
08.2024 - 08.2025
Elite prospect camp for 8th- 10th graders
Providing knowledgeable instruction and coaching to male basketball players aged 13-17
Collaborated with Elite coaches, scouts( John Lucas Scouting) and pro trainers( Jonathan Taylor- Team Morant) from the NBA, D1, D2, etc.
Founder + Head Coach
Just Be Elite Athletics
01.2022 - 01.2024
Serving as a positive role model to players, parents, officials, and fellow coaches by following all rules, values, and always demonstrating good sportsmanship
Providing basic skills paired with high level technique, preparation, and statistical feedback hopeful for winning percentages in upcoming season
Providing knowledgeable instruction and coaching to male basketball players aged 13-17
Planning fundraising and grant-writing to help with the cost of non-profit sports team
Sixth Grade ELA
KIPP Believe College Prep
05.2022 - 08.2023
Skilled Lead Teacher in general education classroom
Collaborates with co-teacher/special educators around planning and execution of whole group instruction
Produced and maintained exceptional scores and data ranked in the top of the region throughout the 22-23 school year
7th Grade ELA Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
10.2021 - 06.2022
Skilled lead teacher in general education classroom
Collaborates with co-teacher/special educators around planning and execution of whole group and small group instruction
Helped double student iReady reading scores in semester 1 to a 66%
High School Boys Assistant Basketball Coach
Carver High School
11.2021 - 01.2022
Assisted head coach with player development in core conditions and helpful game techniques
Aimed to encourage players and promote sportsmanship while realizing their full athletic potential
Helped with recruitment and retainment of talented athletes, in addition to effectively managing the team
Education
Bachelor of Education - History Education, English Literature
Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.2020
Skills
Effective classroom management
Curriculum design and development
Instructional strategies
Student evaluation techniques
Leadership in education
Athletic training and conditioning
References
Coach Torrean Walker, Head Coach, Holt High School Boys Varsity Basketball (2021-2022), SIAC Defensive Player of the Year
Jerina Madayag, NBA/NCAA Consultant
Amanda Staes, Physical Education Teacher
Activities
Stillman Varsity Basketball
National Thespian Scholar
Stillman HONDA All-Star Recipient
Annual Wheatley Skills and Drills Camp
Timeline
Elite Coach/ Trainer
Up Next Elite Camp
08.2024 - 08.2025
5th, 7th Grade Math Lead Teacher
Phylis Wheatley Community School
09.2023 - Current
Girls Head Coach
Phylis Wheatley Community School
09.2023 - Current
Sixth Grade ELA
KIPP Believe College Prep
05.2022 - 08.2023
Founder + Head Coach
Just Be Elite Athletics
01.2022 - 01.2024
High School Boys Assistant Basketball Coach
Carver High School
11.2021 - 01.2022
7th Grade ELA Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
10.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Education - History Education, English Literature
Teacher/Interventionist at Firstline Charter Schools-Phillis Wheatley Community SchoolTeacher/Interventionist at Firstline Charter Schools-Phillis Wheatley Community School
Family Engagment and Resource Coordinator at Phyllis Wheatley Community CenterFamily Engagment and Resource Coordinator at Phyllis Wheatley Community Center