Shaniqua Ray
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Results-oriented athletic coach and educator with extensive experience at Stanley G Falk School, adept at developing individualized training programs that significantly enhance performance for both students and athletes. Proven expertise in classroom management and fostering a supportive learning environment, leading to improved engagement and success rates. Highly skilled in inventory management and customer relations, showcasing strong organizational abilities and effective mentorship within team settings. Career ambitions include further elevating student-athlete development through innovative coaching techniques.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Temporary Teacher
Stanley G Falk School
Buffalo, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Instructed classes on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety while participating in physical activities.
- Assessed student performance using rubrics and other evaluation tools.
- Created lesson plans that focus on developing physical literacy skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching.
- Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and participation levels during physical education classes.
- Planned class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop strategies for improving physical education programs across grade levels.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to health and safety standards for physical activity programs.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols when needed during PE classes.
- Trained new teachers on the school's physical education policies and procedures.
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Worked with teachers on IEP plans to develop objectives and assess progress.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
Girls Head Basketball Coach
Buffalo Public Schools
Buffalo, US
11.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Middle Early College High School.
- Teach relevant skills, tactics, and techniques applied to the sport.
- Enhance performance by providing encouragement and constructive feedback, and identifying strengths and weaknesses.
- Advise about health and lifestyle issues, and developing training programs.
- Middle Early College High School.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to improve team performance.
- Monitored student athletes' academic progress to ensure eligibility for participation in athletic activities.
- Created strategies to effectively motivate players during practices and games.
- Conducted scouting of opposing teams to help devise effective game plans.
- Evaluated player performance during practices and games; provided feedback as needed.
- Served as a role model by demonstrating respect for officials, opponents, teammates.
Teacher Aide
Stanley G. Falk School
Buffalo, US
10.2022 - Current
- Perform multiple classroom tasks, ranging from organizing classroom materials to setting up equipment that teachers will use to carry out lessons.
- Work with the students to help them understand and apply the principles taught by the classroom teacher.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities and instruction.
- Attended staff meetings and professional development sessions.
Girl Head Junior Varsity Coach
Buffalo Public School District
Buffalo, NY
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Created individualized plans and monitored progress of athletes towards set objectives.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Assessed physical condition of athletes to determine readiness for competition.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
- Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.
- Encouraged players with positive reinforcement during game play or practice sessions.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
Youth Counselor
Buffalo Urban League
Buffalo, US
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Coach and teach youth students (ages 14-18) various sports weekly, along with providing counseling and resources for students to adapt and adjust to everyday life and problems.
- Educated families about available community resources for their children's needs.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through reinforcement techniques such as praise or rewards.
- Organized recreational activities that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Actively sought out innovative approaches to working with challenging youth populations.
- Demonstrated appropriate behavior, listened carefully to others and showed respect for people to promote positive influence for youngsters.
- Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
- Engaged with youth in recreational, treatment-focused and educational activities to encourage growth and interpersonal skill development.
Stock Associate
Finish Line/JD Sports
Buffalo, US
05.2012 - 01.2022
- Handled shipments daily, accounted for incoming products, as well as outgoing products.
- Assisted customers as needed, and also handled cash.
- Maintained accurate inventory records by regularly performing stock counts and audits.
- Organized shelves, racks, and displays to ensure merchandise was easy for customers to locate.
- Received shipments of new products, unpacked items, verified quantities against invoices, and stocked them on shelves.
- Assisted customers in locating products throughout the store.
- Processed customer purchases at checkout counter using cash register or point-of-sale system.
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures such as counting the contents of cash drawers and checking all equipment for proper functioning.
- Replenished stock levels when necessary by moving merchandise from backroom storage areas to sales floor locations.
- Stored returned items in designated area according to company policy.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries regarding product availability, prices, features, benefits .
- Promoted store loyalty programs to shoppers upon check out process.
- Identified damaged goods upon receipt of shipment and reported them accordingly for returns or exchange purposes.
- Managed online orders accurately by picking requested items from shelves within specified time frame.
- Communicated with customers to answer questions.
Toll Collector
New York State Thruway Authority
Buffalo, US
09.2015 - 11.2020
- Provided customers with tickets and/or directions when needed to assist with Thruway travel.
- Provided change for cash when customers were exiting the thruway.
- Greeted customers, assessed toll fees and collected payment.
- Provided customer service to patrons in a courteous and professional manner.
- Issued change when needed and processed payments with cash, credit cards or EZ-Pass transponders.
- Operated computerized toll collection systems accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored traffic flow, maintained order on the roadways, and reported any suspicious activity to supervisors.
After School Tutor
Westminster Community Charter School
Buffalo, US
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Assist students (grades K-8) with homework and other various after-school activities.
- Promoted activities encompassing sports, music, art and theater.
- Monitored students' progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance to help students develop critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques.
- Created a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- Organized small group activities to engage students in collaborative learning experiences.
- Assisted with homework assignments as needed.
- Supervised after-school activities including arts and crafts, sports, music.
Basketball Coach
St. Margret's Elementary
Buffalo, US
11.2010 - 02.2011
- Oversee coaching for grades 6-8 girls' varsity basketball team.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive basketball training program for Middle School players.
- Organized team practices, drills, and game strategies to ensure success on the court.
- Mentored players in developing individual skills such as shooting, passing, dribbling, and rebounding.
- Encouraged positive behavior both on and off the court by setting clear expectations for team members.
- Ensured that all players adhered to safety protocols while playing or practicing.
- Instructed athletes on proper techniques when handling the ball and executing plays.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches, and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
Education
Associate's degree - Physical Education
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05.2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
Cardinal O'Hara High School
Tonawanda, NY06.2008
Skills
- Athletic Coaching
- Inventory Management
- Customer Relations
- Athletic Training Expertise
- Retail Sales Expertise
- Retail Operations Management
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Effective Classroom Management
- Instructional Support Experience
- Academic Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
- Strong Verbal Skills
- Prioritization and Scheduling
- Curriculum Development
- Skilled in Working with Youth
- Individualized Training Programs
- Classroom Behavior Oversight
- Team Mentorship Program
Certification
- AED Certification, 11/23/24, 11/23/26
- First Aid Certification, 11/14/24, 11/14/26
- CPR Certification, 11/23/24, 11/23/26
- Theory & Techniques Of Coaching Sport: Basketball, 06/13/2023
Additionalinformation - Highschoolathleticachievements
- 1st Team All Catholic (Basketball), 06-07, 07-08
- 3rd Team All WNY (Basketball), 08
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Temporary Teacher
Stanley G Falk School
02.2024 - Current
Girl Head Junior Varsity Coach
Buffalo Public School District
11.2023 - 02.2024
Girls Head Basketball Coach
Buffalo Public Schools
11.2022 - Current
Teacher Aide
Stanley G. Falk School
10.2022 - Current
Youth Counselor
Buffalo Urban League
07.2022 - 08.2022
Toll Collector
New York State Thruway Authority
09.2015 - 11.2020
Stock Associate
Finish Line/JD Sports
05.2012 - 01.2022
After School Tutor
Westminster Community Charter School
01.2011 - 08.2013
Basketball Coach
St. Margret's Elementary
11.2010 - 02.2011
- AED Certification, 11/23/24, 11/23/26
- First Aid Certification, 11/14/24, 11/14/26
- CPR Certification, 11/23/24, 11/23/26
- Theory & Techniques Of Coaching Sport: Basketball, 06/13/2023
Associate's degree - Physical Education
Erie Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Cardinal O'Hara High School
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