Hosea Knifeley
High School Football Coach/Teacher
Clarksville,TN
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Kenwood High School
Clarksville, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in lesson planning and classroom management.
- Supported students with individual learning needs and academic challenges.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for instructional activities.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive educational experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance data.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators.
Football Coach
Kenwood High School
Clarksville, TN
04.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement in player performance
- Coordinated team schedules and communicated effectively with players and parents
- Fostered a positive team culture through mentorship and motivational strategies
- Collaborated with coaching staff to strategize game tactics and opponent analysis
- Maintained player discipline and ensured adherence to school policies during practices
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged sportsmanship and teamwork among players both on the field and during off-field activities.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs and practice sessions.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to exchange ideas, improve practice routines, and share resources.
- Created a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, following through with consequences, and rewarding hard work or dedication to the team.
- Developed game plans that capitalized on team strengths while exploiting opponents'' weaknesses for successful game outcomes.
- Facilitated film study sessions with players to review game footage critically while identifying areas for improvement and strategizing upcoming opponents.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication, goal setting, and motivational strategies.
- Partnered with academic advisors to monitor student-athlete academic performance, ensuring eligibility requirements were met while supporting academic goals.
College Football Player
Austin Peay State University Football
Clarksville, TN
06.2020 - 12.2025
Summary
Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Self-driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits. Experienced with player development and team leadership. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance game performance and foster collaborative team environment. Track record of successfully motivating players and implementing effective training programs to achieve competitive goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Health And Performance: Sports Wellness
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN 08.2020 - 05.2024
Skills
Training exercises
Goal setting
Motivational leadership style
Team bonding
Motivational
Performance improvements
Recruitment
Scouting
Sports psychology
Weight training
Certified in CPR/AED
Microsoft office
Competition preparation
Proficient in excel
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Kenwood High School
08.2025 - Current
Football Coach
Kenwood High School
04.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Health And Performance: Sports Wellness
Austin Peay State University
08.2020 - 05.2024
College Football Player
Austin Peay State University Football
06.2020 - 12.2025