James Staten
Summary
Hi, my name is James, I am from Detroit, Michigan. My goal is to help others grow and realize their full potential. I am an authentic and dedicated person that genuinely wants to make a positive impact on someone’s life and has the background to help others. I have spent the last several years studying how to make athletes. I have a background in applied physiology but since I have been studying neurology as the secret to athletic success and health and fitness in general. I believe in sharing this knowledge that I can have a positive impact on the quality of life for the people I work with.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
LabCity
Charlotte, NC
12.2022 - Current
- Coach elementary, middle school, and high school ages in basketball
- Coach for multiple seasons
- Run solo and group training sessions for athletes
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Established professional relationships with team members and coaches.
- Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
Program Director
After School All Stars
Dallas, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Ran after school programs for numerous elementary and middle schools in the Dallas area
- Taught a variety of sports
- Instructed indoor activities
- Adapted and changed program to the needs of the students
- Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs.
- Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Trainer
D1 Basketball
Frisco, Texas
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught dozens of players in a group training environment
- Instructed fundamental concepts of play and content appropriate for their level
- Explored different methods of instruction based on age range and climate
- Adapted teaching modalities based on players needing further explanation
- Designed drills that promoted critical thinking skills among players
Trainer
Lifetime Fitness Center
Dallas, TX
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Part-time personal trainer
- Responsible for organization sessions booked with Ultimate Hoops
- Basketball trainer for Ultimate Hoops
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
- De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
- Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Program Director
Athlete Training and Health
Allen, TX
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Group activities instructor for grades k-12
- Hosted personal training sessions as well for k-12
- Created and implemented new modalities to training protocols
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Training consisted of outdoor sports and indoor motor development workouts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Performance Leadership
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX12-2022
Skills
- Team Development
- Program Leadership
- Team Training
- Student Monitoring
- Event Scheduling
- Performance Evaluation
- Group Facilitation
- Strength Coaching
- Sports Medicine Knowledge
- Player Evaluations
- Performance Improvements
- Athlete Development
- Effective Communication
- Personable and Friendly
- Applied physiology background
- Biomechanics background
- Neurology knowledge
- Child psychology knowledge
- Success conducting team practices and training sessions
Accomplishments
- 3.75 GPA in College
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Coach
LabCity
12.2022 - Current
Program Director
After School All Stars
01.2022 - 05.2022
Trainer
D1 Basketball
12.2021 - 05.2022
Program Director
Athlete Training and Health
04.2021 - 08.2021
Trainer
Lifetime Fitness Center
09.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sport Performance Leadership
Southern Methodist University