Marcus Dewberry
Sebring,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic counselor, teacher, and coach with a proven track record of imparting successful strategies for sports, education, team collaboration, and personal achievement. Dedicated to guiding students and parents in making wise educational decisions. Committed to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for individuals to thrive academically and personally.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Specialist
Florida Civil Commitment Center
Arcadia, FL
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging recreational programs for individuals with behavioral health needs.
- Facilitated group activities, promoting social skills and teamwork among participants.
- Trained new staff on activity procedures and best practices for participant interaction.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
Teacher K-5
Sun N Lake Elementary
Sebring, FL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach/Admissions Counselor
Webber International University
Babson Park, FL
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Scouted talented basketball players by attending live games and reviewing film.
- Developed strong professional relationships with players & staff.
- Recruited and found potential students for academic programs.
- Collaborated with financial aid, education and career services departments to achieve student enrollment targets.
Teen Program Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of Highlands County
Sebring, FL
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Ran a DJJ sponsored afterschool program.
- I helped mentor and guide teenage boys & girls.
- Duties consisted of planning, organizing, networking, fundraising, and hosting events.
Boy's Basketball Head Coach
Avon Park High School
Avon Park, FL
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed player abilities with well-structured and rigorous practice program.
- Worked with administration to set appropriate budget and tracked all expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Business
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL04-2017
Skills
- Excellent Leadership
- Customer Service
- Team management
- Sales Skills
- Networking Skills
- Reliability
Honors & Accolades
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
D2 Men's Basketball Full Scholarship Saint Leo Mens Basketball
All-American(2017)
Professional basketball player(2017-2018): Icelandic Basketball Association
Saint Leo University Hall Of Fame Class of 2026.
Timeline
Activity Specialist
Florida Civil Commitment Center
05.2025 - Current
Teacher K-5
Sun N Lake Elementary
08.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach/Admissions Counselor
Webber International University
09.2021 - 12.2023
Teen Program Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of Highlands County
06.2020 - 01.2021
Boy's Basketball Head Coach
Avon Park High School
01.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Business
Saint Leo University