Jake Edwards
Oxford,GA
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach with a proven track record at Canarsie Educational Campus, transforming a struggling program into a Final Four contender. Expert in player development and strategic planning, fostering teamwork and discipline. Adept at recruiting talent and enhancing athlete performance through innovative practice planning and in-game adjustments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH/ ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Canarsie Educational Campus
Brooklyn, NY
08.2018 - Current
- Rehabilitated a losing program into a winning culture. For the 2024-25 season, we made the Final Four for the first time since 2007 by beating the defending champs in the quarterfinal.
- Maintained compliance with all league, association, and school regulations and standards.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Collaborated with staff members from other departments on initiatives related to the basketball program.
- Monitored student athletes' academic progress to ensure eligibility for participation in athletic activities.
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
08.1999 - Current
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
Chief Construction Inspector
Consolidated Edison of New York, Con Ed
Brooklyn, NY
09.2004 - 11.2023
- Provided guidance regarding proper installation techniques for various types of material components used in construction projects.
- Reviewed plans and specifications for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
- Coordinated activities between multiple contractors working on the same project simultaneously.
- Inspected construction and maintenance projects of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
- Maintained daily contact with contractor representatives to review schedules, correct deficiencies and discuss future activities.
- Conducted on-site inspections of all phases of construction, from foundation to completion.
- Investigated complaints concerning code violations or other problems related to construction projects.
- Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals as needed during project development stages.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors over changes in scope or design issues arising during the course of work.
- Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
- Attended weekly meetings with clients to discuss progress made towards completion of projects.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Liberation High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Won City Championship
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Served as a role model by demonstrating respect for officials, opponents, teammates.
- Utilized technology and software for game analysis, strategy development, and player feedback.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to improve team performance.
- Analyzed player performance and game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Managed assistant coaches and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Abraham Lincoln High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Coached the team to secure a place in the Final Four.
- Led team conditioning and skill development sessions to improve physical fitness and on-court skills.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Sports U AAU
Jersey City, NJ
04.2011 - 07.2014
- Maintained player and staff safety during practices, games, and travel.
- Maintained compliance with all league, association, and school regulations and standards.
- Planned trips for away games; coordinated transportation, lodging, meals.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to improve team performance.
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH/ ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Brooklyn Collegiate High School
Brooklyn, NY
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Achieved top honor by winning the City Championship during the 2011-12 period.
- Conducted scouting of opponents to prepare effective game strategies and counterplays.
- Monitored academic progress of athletes to ensure eligibility and academic success.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs to enhance team performance and individual player development.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Managed team budget including fundraising activities to generate funds for equipment purchases or tournament fees.
- Established goals for the season that focused on teamwork, sportsmanship, fitness levels.
- Recruited and evaluated potential student-athletes, aligning team needs with talent acquisition.
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Benjamin Banneker High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2004 - 06.2006
- Led initiatives for player growth.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Led team conditioning and skill development sessions to improve physical fitness and on-court skills.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
William Grady High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2001 - 04.2004
- Gained title in the City Championship for the 2000-01 season.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Conducted scouting of opponents to prepare effective game strategies and counterplays.
- Monitored athletes' academic progress, ensuring they maintained satisfactory grades.
- Motivated players to reach their maximum potential through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Instructed players in proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and offense.
- Recruited and evaluated potential student-athletes, aligning team needs with talent acquisition.
ASSISTANT, HEAD BASKETBALL SCOUT
Samuel Tilden High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.1999 - 04.2001
- Provided support as Head Scout Assistant during the school year of 1999 to 2000.
Education
BS -
Manhattan College
Bronx, NY05.2008
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05.1991
AA -
Miami-Dade community college
Miami, FL06.1990
Skills
- Player development
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Strategy planning
- Communication
- Game strategy
- Practice planning
- Recruiting expertise
- In-game adjustments
- Fundraising
- Character building
Accomplishments
- Won 3 City Championships at 3 different schools.
- Multiple student athletes achieved athletic scholarships.
- over 250 wins
- Held sponsorships with Reebok, Under Armour, Adidas & Jordan Brand
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH/ ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Canarsie Educational Campus
08.2018 - Current
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Liberation High School
09.2016 - 05.2017
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Abraham Lincoln High School
09.2014 - 03.2015
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Sports U AAU
04.2011 - 07.2014
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH/ ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Brooklyn Collegiate High School
08.2008 - 06.2014
Chief Construction Inspector
Consolidated Edison of New York, Con Ed
09.2004 - 11.2023
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Benjamin Banneker High School
09.2004 - 06.2006
HEAD ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
William Grady High School
09.2001 - 04.2004
ASSISTANT, HEAD BASKETBALL SCOUT
Samuel Tilden High School
09.1999 - 04.2001
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
08.1999 - Current
BS -
Manhattan College
University of New Orleans
AA -
Miami-Dade community college
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