Rhyen Foster
Coach
Wilmington,DE
Summary
Spirited individual committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
High Road School Of Delaware
Wilmington, DE
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assessed and managed student behavior to maintain climate of intensive instruction.
- Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
Coach
Coach B's Kids
New Castle, DE
02.2022 - Current
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
Head Basketball Coach
Swarm AAU
Wilmington, DE
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.
- Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Volunteer Youth Basketball/Operations Assistant
Hoops In The Sun
New York, NY
04.2021 - Current
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve all program needs.
- Displayed advanced operation, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Managed Type drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Casual Maintenance Journeyman
Delaware River & Bay Authority
New Castle , DE
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Properly handled, transported and disposed of recycled materials.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
Volunteer Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Delaware State University
Dover, DE
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services for those with declining grades.
Sales Associate
Dash In Food Stores
Glasgow, DE
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Responsibilities include overnight maintenance of convenience store and adjourning kitchen, as well as proper preparation of food products meant for consumption.
- Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
- Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Women's Basketball Practice Player
University Of Delaware Women's Basketball Team
Newark, DE
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Learned offensive and defensive preferences of opponents within practice weeks.
- Helped with training of fellow student-athletes through drill training, and full practices with team.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Assisted in developing student-athletes to fullest potential and performing under pressure.
- Developed in-depth and functional knowledge of basketball and all rules and regulations associated.
Head/Assistant Basketball Coach
Philly Freedom Stars
Merchantville, NJ
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
Restaurant Captain
MOD Pizza
Newark, DE
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Responsibilities were to manage multiple individuals (teams varying from 3-6 people) in the operation of the University of Delaware and Brandywine locations.
- This included managing breaks for staff, proper money counts, as well as the cleaning and lock up of these locations.
- Delivered outstanding dining experiences for patrons.
- Acted as manager on duty to field complaints and assure completion of day-to-day tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of overall dining room.
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
- Adapted meals based on FOH tickets while maintaining accuracy and speed of preparation.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions and showing genuine appreciation for business.
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
Newark, DE
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Managed customer service issues with professionalism and analytical approaches to maintain satisfaction and promote continued brand loyalty.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Oversaw product loading to keep items balanced, work efficient and items secure for safe delivery.
- Updated routes based on weather and road conditions in real time to decrease delivery times by [Number]%.
- Kept detailed records of sales, payments and completed or in-progress deliveries.
- Followed all company policies and procedures during shift.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - Global Politics
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 07.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts -
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 07.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
Game rule understanding
Character Development
Facility Maintenance
Curriculum Development
College athletics
Athletic training and coaching
Certification
USA Basketball Gold License
Timeline
Coach
Coach B's Kids
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Teacher
High Road School Of Delaware
11.2021 - 08.2022
Head Basketball Coach
Swarm AAU
11.2021 - 02.2022
Volunteer Youth Basketball/Operations Assistant
Hoops In The Sun
04.2021 - Current
Casual Maintenance Journeyman
Delaware River & Bay Authority
04.2021 - 11.2021
Volunteer Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Delaware State University
08.2020 - 07.2021
Head/Assistant Basketball Coach
Philly Freedom Stars
02.2020 - 03.2020
USA Basketball Gold License
01-2020
Sales Associate
Dash In Food Stores
10.2019 - 08.2020
Restaurant Captain
MOD Pizza
01.2018 - 10.2019
Women's Basketball Practice Player
University Of Delaware Women's Basketball Team
12.2017 - 05.2020
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
06.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - Global Politics
University of Delaware
07.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts -
University of Delaware
07.2015 - 12.2017