Luis Posada Jr.
Jersey City
Summary
Experienced educator and youth development professional with expertise in teaching, program management, enrollment, coaching, and non-profit leadership. Bilingual professional focused on creating educational and athletic opportunities for youth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
The Brotherhood Basketball Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Founded and directed a non-profit organization focused on youth development through basketball, emphasizing skill-building, teamwork, and community engagement.
- Developed and implemented training programs, workshops, and events for participants, fostering both athletic and personal growth.
- Secured funding and sponsorships through community outreach and grant writing, increasing program accessibility for underserved youth.
- Managed a team of coaches and volunteers, providing training, mentorship, and support to ensure high-quality programming.
- Built partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and businesses to enhance program visibility and impact.
- Organized and led tournaments, clinics, and camps, promoting sportsmanship and healthy competition among participants.
PE & Health Teacher
Urban Dove Team Charter School
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Taught Physical Education classes to 10th and 11th graders, focusing on exercise strategies, sports skill development, and overall fitness.
- Delivered a comprehensive health curriculum, including nutrition, healthy decision-making, mental health awareness, and sexual health education.
- Promoted student wellness and engagement through individualized support and inclusive teaching practices.
- Served as a member of the school’s Crisis Response Team, ensuring student safety and effective intervention during emergencies.
DIRECTOR OF ENROLLMENT
Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Develop, cultivate, and maintain relationships with various organizational “gatekeepers” at feeder organizations, including teachers, HS placement counselors, parent coordinators, principals and academic administrators, executive directors, coaches, pastors, ministers, etc.
- Lead and coordinate the overall application screening and consideration process, including direct participation in the interview process, and consulting with the principal and president.
- Serve as member of School Leadership Team, assessing and developing school-wide best practices to optimize student outcomes. This includes leading, facilitating and implementation of restorative justice model.
- Lead department that places in the 5th percentile of data categories across a network of 39 institutions.
- Develop and implement annual marketing plan that encompasses community engagement and strategic recruitment strategies.
- Teach Freshmen advisory and workforce development.
VARSITY BOYS & GIRLS ASSISTANT AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT BASKETBALL COACH
Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Create and implement annual plans including team progression, offseason program, and scheduling.
- Assess player skill and character development while working with players and families to grow as competitive students/athletes.
- Bench Coach for Girls Varsity and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams.
TEAM BUILDERS HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT & PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DREAM Charter School
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led coordination and facilitation of comprehensive high school admissions curriculum to middle students and families in New York City.
- Coordinated and supervised after-school programming for middle school youth, including sports-based components, academic support services, social emotional learning.
- Designed and implemented individualized intervention plans for youth struggling to meet program outcomes.
- Facilitated test prep for high school admissions exams.
PE TEACHER AND PLAYWORKS PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Roseville Community Charter School
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Designed and implemented daily PE lesson plans.
- Led sports-based skill building, cooperative games, and activities to increase confidence and familiarity in athletics.
- Organized a youth leadership program by facilitating training and working with teachers and staff.
- Planned and implemented school wide sports and play based programming during recess, in school and after school hours.
- Recruited and coached students for developmental basketball league. This includes building a school community and coordinating volunteers.
- Conducted professional development workshops for teachers that included classroom management, alternative disciplinary action, and games in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English (Standard)
Kean University
Union, NJ12.2010
Skills
- Program Management, Leadership Development, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Curriculum Development, Spanish
- Data Analysis, Excel, Basketball Coaching, Youth Development, Teaching, Mentoring, Enrollment Management (Experienced)
Accomplishments
Have taught and worked in schools for 14+ years.
1x Staff member of the year
3x Staff member of the semester
Certification
CPR/First Aid Certified
LANGUAGES
English (Native), Spanish (Native).
Timeline
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
The Brotherhood Basketball Academy
01.2023 - Current
PE & Health Teacher
Urban Dove Team Charter School
01.2023 - 01.2025
DIRECTOR OF ENROLLMENT
Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School
01.2016 - 01.2023
VARSITY BOYS & GIRLS ASSISTANT AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT BASKETBALL COACH
Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School
01.2016 - 01.2023
TEAM BUILDERS HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT & PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DREAM Charter School
01.2014 - 01.2016
PE TEACHER AND PLAYWORKS PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Roseville Community Charter School
01.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English (Standard)
Kean University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT
- Selected for roundtable discussion with Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and Children's Defense Fund Founder Marian Wright Edelman regarding African American and Latino male teachers in the classroom
Training
- ELLA BAKER CHILD POLICY INSTITUTE
- Children's Defense Fund
- 2008 - 2009
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