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Nicholas Thompson
Educator/Assistant Basketball Coach
Carlsbad,NM
Summary
Dedicated Basketball Coach well-versed in developing skilled players and good citizens with diverse abilities in athletic, academic and social arenas. Award-winning competitor with demonstrated track record of success in team and program leadership. Offering 7 years of experience in sports.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Carlsbad Municipal School District
Carlsbad, NM
07.2021 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Provided creative, structured environment for children, ages 10 through 14.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Carlsbad Intermediate School
Carlsbad, United States
09.2019 - Current
- Coordinated with head coach and experienced players to develop curriculum and play book.
- Led practice sessions with players practicing drills, honing techniques and scrimmaging to put practiced skills into play.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Counseled athletes on conflict resolution techniques and anger management to improve on-court and off-court behaviors.
- Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
Assistant Football Coach
Carlsbad Intermediate School
Carlsbad, NM
08.2019 - Current
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Recruited athletes from across the campus to help build successful team.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Computer Applications Teacher
Carlsbad Municipal School District
Carlsbad, NM
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Trained and developed students' skills in word-processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Contributed to development of computer applications curriculum, instructional materials, assessment tools and lesson plans according to students' needs.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 115 students.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Education
BBA - Business Management
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 07.2015 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Business
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 07.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Decision making
Problem-solving skills
Group Instruction
Curriculum Development
Strategic planning
Discipline management
Interests
Chess
Basketball
Pickleball
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher
Carlsbad Municipal School District
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Basketball Coach
Carlsbad Intermediate School
09.2019 - Current
Assistant Football Coach
Carlsbad Intermediate School
08.2019 - Current
Computer Applications Teacher
Carlsbad Municipal School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
BBA - Business Management
New Mexico State University
07.2015 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Business
New Mexico State University
07.2015 - 05.2017