Shajai Stanfield
Poughkeepsie
Summary
Passionate individual with exceptional communication and management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Development Coach/Instructional Assistant
Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Poughkeepsie, NY
02.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized coaching plans to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify student needs and implement targeted interventions for improvement.
- Developed and implemented athletic programs to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Fostered strong relationships with coaches, parents, and community members to support initiatives.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Supported classroom management, fostering a productive learning environment.
- Coordinated with faculty on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
- Developed and executed fundraising campaigns to secure donations from diverse donor bases.
- Developed engaging physical education lesson plans to enhance students' fitness and motor skills.
Youth Athletic Program Coach
Boys & Girls Club
Poughkeepsie, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated workshops and activities, promoting teamwork and leadership skills among participants.
- Developed engaging program curricula to enhance youth development and foster community involvement.
- Nurtured a culture of accountability among clients by setting clear expectations regarding commitment levels required for success.
- Developed engaging youth programs that promote personal growth and teamwork skills.
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement after school hours.
Basketball Coach
845 VENOM
Poughkeepsie, NY
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed training regimens to enhance player performance and skill development.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of facilities and resources.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
Youth Camp Staff Member
CHRIST Summer Camp
Poughkeepsie, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and engagement for all participants.
- Developed age-appropriate programming, fostering creativity and personal growth among youth.
- Enhanced camper experience by implementing diverse and engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
Bus Monitor
First Student Transportation
Poughkeepsie, NY
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Supervised student behavior during transit to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted drivers in managing schedules and communicating route changes effectively.
- Monitored loading and unloading processes to prevent accidents and ensure timely departures.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance student security while boarding and disembarking buses.
Sales Associate
RPM Raceway
Poughkeepsie, NY
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing overall guest satisfaction and experience.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of products and services to effectively address customer inquiries.
- Streamlined checkout processes, reducing wait times and improving transaction accuracy.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify improvement areas and enhance service delivery standards.
Sales Lead/Retail Assistant Manager
Journeys Kidz
Poughkeepsie, NY
10.2019 - 09.2021
- Led sales team in achieving strategic goals and enhancing customer engagement.
- Developed training programs for new staff, improving onboarding and performance consistency.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards that increased product visibility and customer interest.
Team Member
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
Poughkeepsie, NY
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service by accurately taking orders and addressing inquiries.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced service speed and order accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a safe and organized environment.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School
Poughkeepsie, NY06.2019
Skills
- Innovation fostering
- Personal development
- Motivation strategies
- Task delegation
- Coaching techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Athletic Development Coach/Instructional Assistant
Little Water Preparatory Charter School
02.2025 - Current
Youth Athletic Program Coach
Boys & Girls Club
10.2023 - Current
Youth Camp Staff Member
CHRIST Summer Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bus Monitor
First Student Transportation
02.2022 - 06.2022
Basketball Coach
845 VENOM
01.2022 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
RPM Raceway
11.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Lead/Retail Assistant Manager
Journeys Kidz
10.2019 - 09.2021
Team Member
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
06.2019 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School