RAHIEM GREGORY
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Experienced youth development and recreation professional adept in program coordination, safety enforcement, and participant engagement. Demonstrated success in conflict resolution and fostering teamwork while overseeing large groups. Expertise in organizing events and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance community recreational offerings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Education Assistant
Deep Creek Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and lead recreational activities, fitness stations, team sports, field activities, and movement-based programming designed to increase student participation and engagement.
- Assist in supervising daily physical education programming serving hundreds of elementary students throughout the school year.
- Provide direct supervision of large groups of students while maintaining safety, enforcing policies, and promoting positive participant behavior.
- Monitor activity areas and athletic facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.
- Assist with planning and implementing special events, school-wide activities, field day programs, and recreational initiatives.
- Train and guide student leaders during activities and group events to encourage responsibility and leadership development.
- Set up, inspect, maintain, organize, and store athletic equipment and recreational supplies.
- Resolve participant conflicts and behavioral concerns using effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Communicate with teachers, administrators, students, and families regarding program expectations and participant needs.
After-School Basketball Coach
Chesapeake Public Schools
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Directed and supervised an after-school youth basketball program serving elementary student-athletes.
- Planned seasonal practice schedules, player development activities, team-building exercises, and game preparation.
- Monitored participant safety, attendance, conduct, and engagement to foster a secure and inclusive environment during practices and competitions.
- Communicated regularly with families, school staff, and participants regarding schedules, expectations, and program updates.
- Led the team to an undefeated season through effective organization, leadership, and program management.
- Developed leadership, accountability, teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship among participants.
- Mentored participants to promote athletic skills and personal growth, instilling values of leadership and teamwork.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts among participants during practices and games. among participants while promoting positive behavior and team culture.
- Coordinated equipment distribution, setup, inventory, and storage to ensure readiness for practices and games.
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Camelot Elementary School
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted with supervision and daily management of a classroom serving approximately 20 students.
- Supported instructional activities and behavioral management systems to enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student safety during classroom transitions, recess, lunch, special events, and school activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to foster student success and development.
- Assisted with classroom organization, activity preparation, and operational support.
- Provided individualized support to address diverse academic and behavioral needs of students.
- Chesapeake Public Schools
Camp Counselor
Camp Bear Creek
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Planned, organized, and led sports competitions, team-building exercises, leadership activities, field games, and recreational events.
- Served as a lead counselor during scheduled activities and coordinated group participation across multiple recreation programs.
- Supervised groups of up to 25-40 campers during daily recreational programming, athletic activities, outdoor adventures, and special events.
- Directed daily movement of participants between activity areas, ensuring accountability and adherence to safety standards.
- Responded effectively to participant concerns, emergencies, behavioral issues, and conflicts while maintaining a positive environment.
- Collaborated with camp leadership, counselors, and families to ensure successful program delivery and participant satisfaction.
- Promoted inclusion and teamwork while fostering leadership development and positive social interactions among participants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Health Education
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Norfolk, Virginia12-2026
Skills
- Recreation Program Coordination
- Team Sports Management
- Student Engagement Activities
- Recreational Facility Support
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Program Scheduling & Organization
- Recreation Equipment Management
- Risk Management & Safety Compliance
- Activity Setup Coordination
- Customer Service Excellence
- School Communication Strategies
- School Community Involvement
- Policy Enforcement
- Group Management
- Classroom Behavior Strategies
- Scheduling & Communication Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Google Workspace
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Student Records Management
- Inventory Tracking
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Child Safety & Youth Protection Training
Additional Qualifications
- More than three years of combined experience supervising youth in educational, athletic, and recreational environments.
- Extensive experience coordinating activities for children, families, and community members.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large groups while maintaining safety, organization, and participant engagement.
- Strong customer service background with experience interacting professionally with families, staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
- Experience supporting special events, recreational programming, facility operations, and athletic activities.
- Passionate about community recreation, youth development, leadership, and public service.
Leadership Experience
Varsity Football Athlete, Demonstrated leadership, accountability, discipline, and teamwork in a competitive athletic environment., Participated in team leadership initiatives, conditioning programs, and organized athletic events., Developed strong communication and collaboration skills through high-level team participation.
Timeline
After-School Basketball Coach
Chesapeake Public Schools
01.2026 - 04.2026
Physical Education Assistant
Deep Creek Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Camelot Elementary School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Camp Counselor
Camp Bear Creek
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education, Health Education
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY