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Education
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Bawana Perry

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record at Leon County Schools, excelling in motivational leadership and performance improvements. Skilled in developing training exercises that enhance athletes' physical fitness and foster behavior improvements. Recognized for cultivating strong relationships with students and parents, driving engagement and academic success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Middle School Boy's Basketball Coach

Leon County Schools
08.2020 - Current
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
  • Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
  • Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.

Head Coach AAU (Owner)

Bawana Perry
04.2005 - Current
  • Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
  • Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
  • Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
  • Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
  • Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
  • Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
  • Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
  • Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
  • Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
  • Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Managed successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
  • Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
  • Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Optimized athlete performance with consistent evaluation and adjustment of coaching techniques based on individual needs and overall team objectives.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Championed athlete development both on and off the field by fostering personal growth through character-building exercises.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Organized fundraising events for budgetary support, allowing for increased resources and opportunities for the team.
  • Enhanced game-day strategies by conducting thorough opponent analysis and scouting reports.
  • Promoted academic success among student-athletes with study halls, tutoring services, and progress monitoring systems.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop comprehensive game plans tailored to exploit opponents'' weaknesses.

Teacher/Educator

Leon County Schools
08.2000 - 08.2020
  • Developed differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student outcomes.
  • Established positive classroom environments that fostered open communication and collaboration between students.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Built strong rapport with parents/guardians through consistent communication about individual student progress, fostering collaborative partnerships that supported academic achievement.
  • Mentored new teachers, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing overall faculty performance.
  • Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of inquiry-based learning methods.
  • Designed engaging multimedia presentations, utilizing various technological tools to enhance instructional delivery and capture student interest.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
12-1999

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Physical fitness
  • Behavior improvements
  • Training exercises
  • Performance improvements

Timeline

Head Middle School Boy's Basketball Coach

Leon County Schools
08.2020 - Current

Head Coach AAU (Owner)

Bawana Perry
04.2005 - Current

Teacher/Educator

Leon County Schools
08.2000 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Florida State University

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