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Jaylah Bennett

Newark,NJ

Summary

Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits. With the overall goal to give back and send athletes to college.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

AAU Coach

LAB Development AAU
10.2023 - Current
  • Led practice and conditioning for three teams
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Played an active role in the recruitment process, identifying and attracting talented athletes to join the program.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Mentored assistant coaches to develop their leadership skills and improve their understanding of coaching strategies.

Personal Trainer

Life And Basketball Development LLC
10.2020 - Current
  • Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Implemented nutritional guidance alongside physical training plans, yielding more comprehensive results for clients'' overall wellbeing.
  • Trained and improved players skills, IQ and overall development from ages 6 to 20 years old.
  • Developed specialized programs for athletes of all levels to reach competition goals.
  • Led core, strength and conditioning classes.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.

High School Assistant Basketball Coach

Malcolm X Shabazz High School
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Run practice, conditioning, weight room, and study hall for athletes
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, professional development workshops, and other collaborative initiatives.

Middle School Teacher/Mentor

Student Athlete Academy
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects that connected multiple subject areas for enhanced learning experiences.
  • Strengthened relationships between students, parents, and faculty by organizing regular conferences and progress meetings.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.

Collegiate Athlete

Bloomfield College
09.2018 - 05.2022
  • 4 year starter and 3 year team captain
  • Showcased commitment towards continuous improvement through active involvement in off-season training programs.
  • Top 25% in CACC shooters during play time
  • Top 50% overall scores during play time
  • 912 career points
  • 10 time CACC Honor Roll Player
  • Member of Athletic Academic Honor Society
  • Served as an ambassador for the college or university during recruitment events, providing prospective students with insight into the student-athlete experience.
  • Helped new team members acclimate to procedures, collaborate with fellow athletes and enhance competitive performances.
  • Improved overall team ranking through consistent practice, dedication, and collaboration with teammates.

High School Girl's Basketball Player

ECTVS Newark Tech
09.2014 - 05.2018

- 3 year varsity starter

- Team Captain for 2 years

- Back to Back Essex County Champion

- Two time State Sectional Champion

- Three time Conference Champion

- 2nd-All Conference Team

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bloomfield College
Bloomfield, NJ
05.2022

High School Diploma -

ECTVS Newark Tech
Newark
06.2018

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • CPR Certified
  • Nutritional Advice
  • Training exercises
  • Coaching experience
  • Sports fundamentals

Timeline

AAU Coach

LAB Development AAU
10.2023 - Current

High School Assistant Basketball Coach

Malcolm X Shabazz High School
11.2022 - 02.2023

Middle School Teacher/Mentor

Student Athlete Academy
09.2022 - 02.2023

Personal Trainer

Life And Basketball Development LLC
10.2020 - Current

Collegiate Athlete

Bloomfield College
09.2018 - 05.2022

High School Girl's Basketball Player

ECTVS Newark Tech
09.2014 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bloomfield College

High School Diploma -

ECTVS Newark Tech
Jaylah Bennett