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Joseph Plaza

Delran,NJ

Summary

Highly motivated strength and conditioning coach with experience at Princeton University and The College of New Jersey. Expertise in designing tailored training programs that enhance player performance, confidence, and overall skill development. Adept at fostering a collaborative team environment, and ensuring effective communication, driving improvements in individual and team success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Football Trainer

PlazaCoaching
Burlington County, NJ
05.2023 - Current
  • I created my own football training business called PlazaCoaching for college, high school, and middle school wide receivers.
  • Designed and implemented programs to develop speed and receiver technique using form drills, speed training, and position-specific drills.
  • Boosted player confidence with personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.

Strength and Conditioning Intern

Princeton University
Princeton, NJ
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assisted strength coaches in overseeing team lifts in the weight room and on-field training sessions for more than a dozen Division I teams.
  • Supervised and provided guidance on proper exercise technique and form to maximize results, reduce injury risk, and promote safety.
  • Contributed to a positive environment by fostering strong relationships with athletes and coaching staff.

Student Assistant - Assistant Quarterbacks Coach

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Coached quarterbacks during individual drills at practice, and maintained a high level of enthusiasm on the field to support team development.
  • Managed film uploads, breakdowns, and data spreadsheets to enhance offensive strategies.
  • Led campus tours for recruits and their families, showcasing the college and the football program.
  • Provided in-game support by charting defensive movement in the press box alongside the offensive coordinator.

Varsity Wide Receivers Coach

Delran High School
Delran, NJ
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Designed and implemented drills during individual periods at practice that simulated game-like scenarios to enhance player development.
  • Led skilled position install periods for the offense

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Health Sciences

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05-2025

Skills

  • Exercise programming
  • Performance assessment
  • Strength training
  • Sports coaching
  • Team collaboration
  • Athlete motivation
  • Effective communication
  • Time Management

Certification

  • NSCA CSCS Expected
  • American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Affiliations

  • Member of The College of New Jersey's football team

Timeline

Strength and Conditioning Intern

Princeton University
01.2025 - 05.2025

Student Assistant - Assistant Quarterbacks Coach

The College of New Jersey
04.2024 - 12.2024

Private Football Trainer

PlazaCoaching
05.2023 - Current

Varsity Wide Receivers Coach

Delran High School
05.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Health Sciences

The College of New Jersey
Joseph Plaza