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Jake Farrell

Summary

Educator and high school basketball/baseball coach with 7+ years of experience developing student athletes, leading teams, and building a culture centered on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement. Proven ability to manage high energy environments, engage students, and adapt instruction across grade levels. Brings a background in professional recruiting, offering strong relationship building, communication, and organizational skills when working with students, staff, and parents. Experienced in player development, practice planning, and game strategy, with a focus on fostering both academic and athletic growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Varsity Assistant /Head JV Baseball Coach

Glen Ridge High School
Glen Ridge
03.2026 - Current

• Planned and led structured practices focused on skill development, game awareness, and team cohesion

• Taught and reinforced core fundamentals including hitting, pitching, fielding, and baserunning while developing situational understanding

• Collaborated with varsity coaching staff to align program philosophy, training methods, and player development standards

• Evaluated player performance and provided actionable feedback to support individual growth and team success

Managed game day operations, including lineup decisions and in-game adjustments.

• Supervised student athletes across practices, games, and team events while maintaining a safe and disciplined environment

• Communicated effectively with players, parents, athletic director, and training staff to support development and expectations

• Promoted academic accountability and personal responsibility among student athletes

• Maintained oversight of equipment, uniforms, and facilities while ensuring adherence to school and state athletic policies

Permanent Substitute Teacher

F.N Brown Elementary School
Verona
03.2026 - Current
  • Executed daily lesson plans across multiple subjects and grade levels, facilitating uninterrupted learning experiences during teacher absences
  • Managed classroom behavior to foster a structured, positive learning environment that encouraged student engagement
  • Supported school-wide goals by adapting to diverse classroom settings, ensuring consistent learning outcomes for all students
  • Followed district policies and school procedures while maintaining accurate records and attendance

Substitute Teacher

Caldwell High School
Caldwell
02.2026 - Current
  • Executed lesson plans and adapted instruction to meet diverse student needs, enhancing learning engagement
  • Managed classroom behavior and maintained a structured, respectful learning environment that promoted engagement and accountability
  • Ensured student safety and upheld school policies while maintaining consistent routines and procedures
  • Collaborated with staff to align on student progress, ensuring continuity in classroom instruction
  • Demonstrated flexibility by stepping into diverse classroom settings and maintaining instructional quality across subjects and grade levels

Varsity Basketball Assistant/Head JV Basketball Coach

Verona High School
Verona
11.2018 - Current
  • Led JV program for one season, managing practices, game preparation, and individual skill development
  • Volunteered 20 hours a week to organize and manage practices for Varsity Men's team, enhancing team cohesion and skill development
  • Assisted players with game techniques to deepen their basketball knowledge and foster personal growth as athletes
  • Mentored Junior Varsity players on time management and conduct, promoting accountability and positive behavior on and off the court
  • Travel across-country to scout competitors to provide insight and knowledge to strategize and develop a proper game plan
  • Work with other coaches to evaluate and improve aspects of the program

Senior Talent Partner

FutureX
03.2025 - 10.2025
  • Closed a $50,000 placement within the first two months demonstrating immediate impact in a new market
  • Built CRM from hundreds to thousands of top engineering candidates, establishing scalable talent pipeline for current and future searches
  • Joined as one of first 3 recruiters, owned delivery processes, scaled candidate pipelines, and improved hiring outcomes

Senior Consultant - HealthTech Recruiter

Storm3
New York
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Storm3 2023 New York Top Biller: Generated $260,000 in revenue as Storm3's 2023 New York Top Biller, driving company growth and success
  • Demonstrated a proven track record in full-cycle recruitment, placing top HealthTech talent in roles ranging from Senior-level engineers to C-suite executives, with an average deal size of $45,000
  • Secured commercial contracts and closed deals within HealthTech landscape, contributing to business growth and client satisfaction
  • Originated and secured partnership with $250M Series D funded InsurTech company, closing three deals by placing engineering roles vital to operational scaling and leadership development
  • Partnered with $50M Series B funded AR/VR-focused HealthTech company, securing contract that led to three placements in engineering and data science roles
  • First Associate promoted to Senior Consultant in my cohort of 20, beginning in February 2023

Associate - HealthTech Recruiter

Storm3
New York
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led full 360 recruitment cycle, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation and post placement support, driving successful long term hires
  • Consistently exceeds KPI's (150 emails, 200 calls, 20 new contacts per week) surpassing monthly/ quarterly targets, maintaining candidate/client satisfaction
  • Consistently exceeds KPIs (150 emails, 200 calls, 20 new contacts per week) surpassing monthly/ quarterly targets, maintaining candidate/client satisfaction
  • Levin Ambassador: Played a pivotal role in mentoring new team members globally, helping them become acclimated to the company while supporting recruitment endeavors through guidance and expertise
  • Culture Committee: Spearheading efforts to cultivate an inclusive and engaging work environment that fosters collaboration and employee well-being

Supervisor

Verona Recreation Department
Verona
06.2016 - 01.2023
  • Manage and directed a team of 20 counselors to ensure the camp was safe and enjoyable for all children involved
  • Motivate and inspired middle schoolers to expand their comfort zones daily
  • Collaborate with cross-town supervisors from other camps to create new activities to incite interest and excitement for the children
  • Practice daily skills working with first responders, unhappy parents, children either injured or bullied

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
12-2021

Associates Degree -

Essex County College
Newark, NJ
05-2019

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement & Participation Strategies
  • Behavior Management & De-escalation
  • Communication (Students, Players, Staff, Parents)
  • Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • Classroom Technology (Google Classroom, Smartboard)
  • Adaptability Across Grade Levels & Subjects
  • Team Leadership & Culture Building
  • Practice Planning & Drill Design
  • Behavior Management
  • Sportsmanship & Character Development
  • Lesson Planning & Instructional Delivery

Timeline

Varsity Assistant /Head JV Baseball Coach

Glen Ridge High School
03.2026 - Current

Permanent Substitute Teacher

F.N Brown Elementary School
03.2026 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Caldwell High School
02.2026 - Current

Senior Talent Partner

FutureX
03.2025 - 10.2025

Senior Consultant - HealthTech Recruiter

Storm3
01.2024 - 11.2024

Associate - HealthTech Recruiter

Storm3
02.2023 - 01.2024

Varsity Basketball Assistant/Head JV Basketball Coach

Verona High School
11.2018 - Current

Supervisor

Verona Recreation Department
06.2016 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Education

Montclair State University

Associates Degree -

Essex County College
Jake Farrell