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Calvin Cress

Staten Island

Summary

Proactive educator who is seeking an opportunity to make an impact on the leaders of tomorrow. Passionate leader who utilizes social-emotional support through extra-curriculum activities, and utilizes networking ability to support the youth in the community.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2011 - Current
  • Facilitated small group instruction outlined by the content teacher in all major core subjects
  • Assisted administration on introduction of P.B.I.S to paraprofessionals.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Provided professional development sessions that administered information for behavior interventions
  • Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.

Athletic Director

NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed and enforced academic eligibility standards to promote student-athlete success in both sports and academics.
  • Facilitated development of student-athlete leadership skills through workshops and mentoring programs.
  • Fostered strong community relations with outreach programs, increasing local support and engagement.
  • Initiated wellness and mental health programs for athletes, contributing to their overall well-being.

Academic Coach

ATHLIFE FOUNDATION
09.2012 - Current
  • Monitored student-athlete’s academic performance as well as scheduled tutoring based on academic need
  • Coordinated life skill workshops with student-athletes
  • Analyzed data to improve student academic performance in the youth development program
  • Collaborated with other academic coaches to develop an action plan for student success
  • Communicated with parents about academic progress of student-athletes in the program.

Basketball Instructor/ Saturday Under the Lights

Y.M.C.A
06.2021 - Current
  • Knowledgeable of fundamental principles and skill development of basketball
  • Collaborated with High School and Middle School coaches to recruit participants
  • Devised practice plan tailored to the development of players
  • Maintain a positive relationship with members, participants, and staff
  • Collaborated with coaches and staff to create a safe space for all participants.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Adolescent Education: Social Studies

Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York

Skills

  • Positive Intervention Behavioral Support
  • Peer Mediation
  • Academic Support
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Multitasking
  • Google Suit

Personal - Achievements

  • Built a Middle School basketball program and fundraised to meet budget demands.
  • Collaborated with community partners to implement a Youth Empowerment Day in public schools.
  • Collaborated with Lead(Leaders Embracing All Dreams) for personal development for the school community.
  • Organized a Middle School basketball tournament with My Brother’s Keeper for M.L.K. day.
  • Organized and assisted with activities during Black History Month.

Timeline

Athletic Director

NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2022 - Current

Basketball Instructor/ Saturday Under the Lights

Y.M.C.A
06.2021 - Current

Academic Coach

ATHLIFE FOUNDATION
09.2012 - Current

Paraprofessional

NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Adolescent Education: Social Studies

Long Island University
Calvin Cress