Darian L. Nash
East Saint Louis,IL
Summary
Seasoned Special Education Teacher and Basketball Coach with a proven track record at St. Louis Public Schools, adept in conflict resolution and motivating students. Excelled in organizing fundraising events, enhancing team performance, and fostering community relations. Skilled in IEP implementation and classroom integration, demonstrating a significant impact on student-athlete academic and athletic success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
St. Louis Public School District
St Louis, MO
08.2024 - Current
- Organized fundraising events securing funds for sports equipment and travel costs.
- Scouted opponents to develop strategic game plans.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Recruited and evaluated potential student-athletes, aligning team needs with talent acquisition.
- Oversaw academic performance of student athletes via grade checking.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Complied with National Collegiate Athletic Association recruitment regulations.
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cahokia School District 187
Cahokia, IL
08.2005 - 08.2024
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Designed and executed off-season training programs to maintain player fitness and skill levels.
- Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Negotiated with equipment suppliers to secure high-quality gear at competitive prices.
- Adhered to all rules of the National Collegiate Athletic Association regarding recruiting procedures.
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Monitored academic progress of student athletes and ensured academic eligibility for competitions.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach Career Academy
St. Louis Public Scools
St Louis, MO
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Coached students on the fundamentals of basketball including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense.
- Organized conditioning programs designed to improve physical fitness levels of players.
- Resolved conflicts between teammates in a professional manner.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members to maintain a cohesive unit.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Concordia University
Seward, NE05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communications And Theatre
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-1993
Ph.D. - Leadership And Sports Administration
Concordia University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Job readiness training
- Motivating students
- Excellent classroom management
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom integration
Accomplishments
- District 15 Coach of the Year 3 times
- Certificate of Appreciation for Dedicated Service, St. Louis Public Schools; June 2002
- St. Louis Career Academy Outstanding Service Award 2001
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
St. Louis Public School District
08.2024 - Current
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Cahokia School District 187
08.2005 - 08.2024
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach Career Academy
St. Louis Public Scools
08.2000 - 05.2004
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communications And Theatre
Tennessee State University
Ph.D. - Leadership And Sports Administration
Concordia University
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