Pedro Marquez
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic professional specializing in student-athlete development, with a proven track record of fostering inclusive educational environments. Expertise in promoting fitness and life skills, contributing to the overall well-being of youth. Recognized for building strong relationships that enhance student engagement and motivation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Aide/ Phys. Ed Teacher
Sisulu Walker Charter School
NY, NY
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed, planned, and implemented creative and engaging lesson plans.
- Instructed physical education classes for more than 30 students.
- Supported teachers with classroom management, student engagement, and instruction.
- Led after-school activities and homework support for all ages, from Kindergarten through 5th grade.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
Overnight Team Lead
New Heights Youth Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Assisted an athletic sleepaway camp initiative across diverse prep school settings.
- Responsible for athletes from sixth to ninth grade.
- Involved in structured training sessions and extracurricular programs for athletes.
- Motivated athletes with different interests to engage in diverse pursuits.
- Implemented proactive strategies to ensure athlete safety was prioritized at every moment within the camp.
- Applied effective behavioral management techniques.
- Built relationships with everyone involved, including the staff.
- Transported campers to various destinations ensuring safe arrival.
Summer Academy Team Leader
New Heights Youth Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Fostered an enjoyable setting for young campers, ages 9-14.
- Led educational activities to enhance basketball skills and foster team cohesion.
- Contributed to the success of educational programs through collaboration and support with educators.
- Oversaw the attendance and dismissal of 50+ campers.
- Assisted with the planning of special events and field trips for campers.
- Reported incidents and accidents to supervisors and completed necessary paperwork.
- Developed and led team-building exercises, promoting cooperation and problem-solving skills.
- Informed campers of daily schedules and provided regular timing updates to prevent lateness to subsequent activities.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
Senior Gym Monitor
SUNY Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NY
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Managed daily operations of the gymnasium, including opening and closing procedures, and ensuring facility readiness.
- Oversaw all activities in the weight room and gym.
- Provided the necessary equipment for members.
- Returned equipment to proper locations and re-racked weights, equipment and accessories.
- Understood and communicated facility rules and standards and monitored guest activities to verify compliance.
- Greeted guests upon arrival at the facility and provided them with information about available services and programs.
- Built relationships with members and guests and created welcoming and warm environment that promoted future visits.
- Adhered to safety protocols when dealing with medical emergencies occurring within the facility.
AAU Assistant Basketball Coach
Children's Aid Society Dunlevy Milbank Center
Harlem, NY
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Instructed players in proper techniques such as passing, shooting, dribbling, defensive positioning.
- Coordinated and executed strategic game plans to secure wins in competitive environments.
- Facilitated training sessions for basketball teams.
- Helped players develop basketball skills.
- Mentored players individually, enhancing skills on and off the court.
- Aided the coaching staff in daily tasks, practices, games, and travel.
- Supported the head coach in motivating the teammate, reinforcing teamwork, and dedication.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
Summer Camp Counselor
Children's Aid Society Dunlevy Milbank Center
Harlem, NY
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Directed interactive group activities to foster team collaboration.
- Oversaw gym operations.
- Supervised student groups during off-site excursions.
- I followed the camp schedule and ensured that students transitioned to each activity on time.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers.
- Helped plan special events such as field trips, picnics, and BBQs.
- Monitored swimming areas to ensure that safety protocols were being followed by all swimmers.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Business
SUNY Old Westbury
Long Island, NY05.2021
Associates - Liberal Arts
Erie Community College
Erie, New York05.2018
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Hayes High School
The Bronx, NY06-2016
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Clear and Concise Writing
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Student engagement
- Performance assessments
- Creative lesson planning
- Student motivation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Clear public speaking skills
- Team-oriented
- Problem solver
Awards Leadership
- 2018-2019/2019-2020 NABC Honors Court
- 2018-2019 Athletic Director’s Academic Honor Roll
Certification
- CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher's Aide/ Phys. Ed Teacher
Sisulu Walker Charter School
09.2023 - 01.2025
Overnight Team Lead
New Heights Youth Inc.
08.2021 - 08.2024
Summer Academy Team Leader
New Heights Youth Inc.
06.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Gym Monitor
SUNY Old Westbury
09.2018 - 05.2020
Summer Camp Counselor
Children's Aid Society Dunlevy Milbank Center
07.2015 - 08.2016
AAU Assistant Basketball Coach
Children's Aid Society Dunlevy Milbank Center
01.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelors of Arts - Business
SUNY Old Westbury
Associates - Liberal Arts
Erie Community College
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Hayes High School
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