Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Kadajae Blayde

Physical Education Teacher
Somerville,United States

Summary

Enthusiastic Coach eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. I am motivated to learn, grow and excel in the coaching industry. Coach who enjoys working with student-athletes to instill core sports principles, teamwork, and long-term success strategies. Interested in pursuing a coaching position with an organization that values perseverance and player guidance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Women's Basketball Coach

East Junior High School
Somerville, TN
08.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw fundamental drills and fitness circuits to help athletes improve their coordination and performance
  • Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage
  • Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices
  • Put in place exercise and training programs that improved individual and team performance
  • Organized special events to foster camaraderie among teammates, families, and members of the community
  • Promoted proper stretching, warm-ups, and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
  • Used social media and other communication channels to cultivate community and media relations to support the program
  • Actively participated in fundraising events, assisting the team in raising fund] to cover expenses.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
  • Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
  • Observed health and safety guidelines and protocols during practice sessions and game to help players avoid injuries.
  • Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
  • Adhered to equipment and apparel standards to promote safety and fair play and made new equipment orders when appropriate.
  • Created out-of-season training camps to keep player skills at peak levels and introduce new members to team.
  • Managed inventory and ordered new materials, uniforms and equipment for team needs.
  • Coordinated fundraising events to raise money for sports equipment and travel expenses.
  • Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.

Basketball Player

Southwest TN Community College
Memphis, TN
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Acted with sportsmanship and respect toward referees and opposing players.
  • Memorized team strategies, plays and formations.
  • Followed rigorous practice schedule, maintained dress requirements and always contributed to team improvements.
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of game rules, regulations and procedures.
  • Collaborated with other teammates to make plays, improve workouts and boost team success.
  • Maintained eligibility requirements to keep team position.
  • Met with coaches to discuss gameplay, workout and recovery routines and ways to avoid injuries.
  • Adhered to robust programs for training, exercise and diet in order to maintain top physical fitness.
  • Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off field.
  • Participated in community events to bring positive attention to organization.
  • Showed discipline and responsible nature during and outside of competitions.
  • Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.
  • Identified personal strengths and weaknesses and adjusted techniques to enhance performance.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively.
  • Listened to coaches, trainers and support staff and implemented suggestions to enhance team contributions.
  • Mentored younger athletes, helping develop and improve skills.
  • Maintained optimal physical fitness levels through active training, nutritional optimization and positive lifestyle choices.
  • Watched videos post-competition to assess performance and identify weaknesses.
  • Studied competitors to understand different strategies and gain important advantages.
  • Adhered to play rules and listened to officials.

Assistant Women Basketball Coach

Fayette Ware High School
Somerville, TN
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Actively participated in fundraising events, assisting the team in raising funds to cover travel and other expenses
  • Prepared athletes for difficult games by implementing coordinated practice and physical conditioning regimens
  • Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices
  • Urged everyone to develop a strong work ethic by demonstrating patience, diligence, and consideration for others
  • Oversaw challenging practice sessions aimed at improving athletic abilities and teamwork
  • Oversaw drills and fitness circuits to help athletes improve their coordination and performance.

Picker & Packer

Nike
Memphis, TN
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.
  • Pulled and packed product using various tools and equipment to meet order goals.
  • Cleaned and organized aisles, work stations and floors to promote operational productivity.
  • Kept products separated, organized and in good rotation to meet customer order specifications.
  • Labeled boxes and placed in outbound collection areas.
  • Completed shipping paperwork, attached appropriate labels and scanned barcodes for tracking.
  • Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
  • Isolated damaged items to predefined marked area to report to supervisors.
  • Monitored product quality, reporting problems to mitigate safety issues and improve processes.
  • Shifted and moved products inside delivery vehicles to stack properly for safe transportation.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Placed products on conveyors for final wrapping and shipment.
  • Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
  • Stocked shelves, racks and bins with new or transferred merchandise.

Computer Teacher

Fayette County Board Of Education
Somerville TN, NJ
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Planned and led lessons on basic computer skills, keyboard techniques and internet use.
  • Conducted student assessments to measure progress and growth.
  • Created tests and assignments to assess student knowledge of presented coursework and lecture materials.
  • Taught internet safety tips and online etiquette.
  • Cultivated classroom environment centered on encouraging student engagement and performance with computer science work.
  • Monitored student progress through frequent assessments of various computer tasks.
  • Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Provided instruction on professional technology use and web etiquette.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health & Human Performance, Studies

University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN
05.2016

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN
05.2015

Associate of Arts -

Fayette Ware High School
Somerville, TN
05.2012

Skills

  • Team management
  • Organization
  • Athlete safety
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Strength coaching
  • Physical and endurance training
  • Offensive and defensive strategy
  • Communications
  • Tournament procedures
  • Game plays
  • Equipment management
  • Weight training

Certification

First Aid/CPR Certified 2

Timeline

Head Women's Basketball Coach

East Junior High School
08.2021 - Current

Assistant Women Basketball Coach

Fayette Ware High School
08.2020 - 08.2021

Computer Teacher

Fayette County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2019

Picker & Packer

Nike
05.2018 - 07.2018

Basketball Player

Southwest TN Community College
08.2012 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Health & Human Performance, Studies

University of Tennessee At Martin

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwest Tennessee Community College

Associate of Arts -

Fayette Ware High School
First Aid/CPR Certified 2
Kadajae BlaydePhysical Education Teacher