Conor Smith
Twin Falls,ID
Summary
Nearing completion of a bachelor's degree from Idaho State University (Elementary Education / Middle School English). Accomplished coach with a proven track record at Twin Falls High School (5 years). Adept in character development on and off the field, both individually and as a team. Excelled in enhancing player performance and fostering sportsmanship across various age groups, demonstrating critical thinking and positive mentorship. Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving abilities developed through coaching. Future teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Implement intervention strategies and differentiated instruction to enhance student success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Coach (Basketball & Football)
Twin Falls High School
07.2020 - Current
- Football - Varsity wide receivers coach & co-offensive coordinator
- Boys Basketball - Junior varsity assistant coach
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
- Developed strong relationship with players and their parents to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
Golf Instructor, League Manager, Pro Shop
93 Golf Ranch
05.2022 - Current
- Maximized player performance through the development of individualized training programs based on skill level and goals.
- Organized group clinics for various age groups and skill levels.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
- Assisted customers by providing and interpreting golf policies, rules and regulations.
- Oversaw event planning logistics, ensuring smooth execution of tournaments, games, and other events.
- Collaborated with local schools and organizations to promote youth participation in the sport.
Head Basketball Coach (6th-grade Boys)
Magic Valley Basketball Club
03.2024 - Current
- Developed players'' skills through targeted training sessions and personalized coaching, resulting in improved on-court abilities.
- Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
- Fostered a positive team culture by emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline both on and off the court.
- Served as a positive role model for athletes by demonstrating commitment, professionalism, and dedication to the sport both on and off the court.
Education
Bachelor's - Elementry Education/Middle School English
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05.2025
High School Diploma -
Twin Falls High School
Twin Falls, IDSkills
Positive Role Model and Mentor
Differentiated Instruction
Experience with wide range of ages (Grades 2-12)
Focused on character development, on and off the playing field
Certified in CPR/AED
Lesson Planning
Collaborative Learning
Proficient in Hudl, Microsoft Office, Google Classroom, Moodle and other software programs
Practices and instils critical thinking
Student engagement
Maintains inclusive classroom environment
Positive and trustworth parent communication
Certification
- CPR/1st Aid Certification
- St. Luke's Concussion Course
- NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Course
- NFHS Student Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Course
Additional Information
- Completed over 100 hours of classroom experience, both observing and leading lessons in a 4th-grade classroom during the fall of 2023 and spring of 2024.
- Conducted a literacy assessment with a 2nd-grade student in the spring of 2024. The assessment consisted of six extensive modules, designed by me, each focusing on a different aspect of literacy.
- Completed and passed 1 of the 4 Idaho Comprehensive Literacy Assessments (ICLA). The remaining assessments will be completed during the fall and winter of 2024.
- The Praxis assessment will be completed in the spring of 2025.
Timeline
Head Basketball Coach (6th-grade Boys)
Magic Valley Basketball Club
03.2024 - Current
Golf Instructor, League Manager, Pro Shop
93 Golf Ranch
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Coach (Basketball & Football)
Twin Falls High School
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor's - Elementry Education/Middle School English
Idaho State University
High School Diploma -
Twin Falls High School
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