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Overview
Work History
Education
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Mesha I Laguerre

Union,NJ

Summary

I am a coach that drives off winning but more so is geared to training and developing quality athletes on and off the court. I truly believe that high school athletes should be students first and athletes second. As a coach I believe in being an example of good sportsmanship on and off the court, definitely representing Bolivar Central professionally at all times.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Instructor

George Washington Carver Elementary School
09.2022 - Current
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
  • Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
  • Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
  • Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.

Head Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Newark Public Schools
09.2021 - Current
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Reviewed backgrounds and skills of potential players and coaches and initiated recruiting strategies to bring fresh talent to team.
  • Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.

Head High School Girl's Basketball Coach Freshman

East Orange High School
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Reviewed backgrounds and skills of potential players and coaches and initiated recruiting strategies to bring fresh talent to team.
  • Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.

Head Coach Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Aquinasacademy
12.2016 - 03.2017

Assisted the head coach with practices, drills, fundamental practices, and team conditioning.


Assisted students with learning different defensive and offensive plays.


Assisted in making sure the team showed great sportsmanship on and off the court.


Assisted coach with planning practices and team meetings

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Business

New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ
08.2013 - 05.2015

High School Diploma -

Union High School
Union
09.2007 - 05.2010

Skills

  • Rule Enforcement
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Parent Relations
  • Safety Management
  • Performance Optimization
  • Individual Trainings
  • Athlete Training and Motivation
  • Player Conditioning
  • Practice Planning and Management
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Gameplay Techniques
  • Personal Counseling
  • Preseason Tryouts
  • Competition Preparation
  • Individualized Coaching
  • Game Rule Updates
  • Exercise Strategies
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Player Supervision
  • Game Readiness
  • Strategic Planning
  • Specific Plays
  • Exercise Plans
  • Observational Skills
  • Player Motivation
  • Active Listening
  • Encouraging Others
  • Athlete Engagement
  • Technique Evaluation
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Google Drive
  • Strength and Conditioning

Timeline

Instructor

George Washington Carver Elementary School
09.2022 - Current

Head Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Newark Public Schools
09.2021 - Current

Head High School Girl's Basketball Coach Freshman

East Orange High School
10.2018 - 03.2019

Head Coach Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Aquinasacademy
12.2016 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science - International Business

New Jersey City University
08.2013 - 05.2015

High School Diploma -

Union High School
09.2007 - 05.2010
Mesha I Laguerre