Devon Sherman
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
READY TO WORK Willing to relocate: Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher K-12
Bakersfield City School District, Kern High School District, Panama Buena Vista School District
2023.08 - Current
- Follow lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
- Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment
- Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student
- Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in the cafeteria
- Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan
- For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher's past lesson plans.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
- Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging personal growth.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting cross-curricular connections for students.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special needs students, ensuring appropriate accommodations were provided to support their learning goals.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them improve academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support throughout their first year of teaching.
Youth Supervisor
New Start Youth Facility
2022.01 - Current
- Supervise daily activities of clients in residence
- Maintain and enforce house rules in a firm, fair, compassionate, and common-sense manner
- Keep the house in a neat and orderly fashion at all times
- Prepare meals in accordance with meal schedule
- Record pertinent information regarding clients that would be helpful to counselors and other Youth Supervisors
- At the end of each shift, record time spent with each client in the correct column in client files
- Provide house security and control during the shift
- Perform emergency pre-intake phone interviews and crisis calls as required, as well as perform Intakes when needed
- Provide general assistance to clients
- Assign chores and tasks to residents, and monitor performance and completion
- In coordination with Shelter Program Manager, plan and facilitate activities for the residents
- Regularly monitor resident whereabouts and behavior
- In coordination with the Counselors, Boys home Program Manager, Program and Clinical Director, and Executive Director, implement rewards and consequences for residents' behavior.
- Supported management in program development for improved youth experiences and personal growth.
- Established rapport with youths, fostering trusting relationships and open communication.
- Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to established guidelines and protocols.
- Organized field trips, enriching the overall experience while exposing youths to new environments and learning opportunities.
- Developed individualized plans for each participant, ensuring their unique needs were met while maximizing potential growth opportunities.
Team Member
Apex Leadership Co
2022.01 - 2023.10
- Provide a thrilling pep rally, deliver classroom lessons about leadership & character, jump into a P.E
- Class or lead a game of Dodge Ball or Ships Across the Ocean
- Provide classroom dance parties and have fun
- Serve as a liaison between Apex Fun Run and clients during their fundraiser
- Work with school principals and PTA/O's directly.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks effectively and adjusting workload as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Collaborated cross-functionally in order to enhance overall team performance, leading to increased efficiency in project execution.
- Achieved improved sales results with persuasive presentations that showcased product benefits while addressing client needs.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by actively participating in industry seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay current with market trends and best practices.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Monitored and verified all merchandise was properly priced and labeled.
Head Coach
University of Maine at Fort Kent
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Provide athletic training to students
- Schedule daily practice sessions including individual and team practices
- Train and prepare student athletes for sports competitions
- Organize various sports events, contests, and competitions
- Teach skills, techniques, and strategies for team play
- Recruit and select qualified students for sports program
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of student athletes and provide appropriate feedback
- Build a positive and achievement-oriented team environment
- Ensure that student athletes are mentally and physically fit to participate in the sports program
- Plan travel arrangements for the team including transportation, food, and stay
- Assist in conducting alumni events, summer camps, promotional events, and fundraising programs
- Maintain athletic facility clean, safe, and organized
- Ensure that athletic equipment and tools are in good and safe working conditions
- Adhere to rules and policies established by the athletic department.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw 3 coaches.
- Crafted successful training plans for varsity and junior varsity squads of more than 20 athletes.
Assistant Coach
Stockdale High School
2020.10 - 2022.10
- Assist Head coach with drills, coach offense and defense principles, strength and condition coach.
- Implemented cutting-edge workout routines designed to increase strength, agility, endurance, and overall fitness for all athletes.
- Conducted thorough scouting reports on opponents by analyzing game film and developing strategies to exploit their weaknesses while maximizing our strengths.
- Organized team-building activities to foster camaraderie and trust among players, leading to improved on-field chemistry.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Developed and oversaw team budget, logistics and equipment purchases.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.
Position Coach
Football Camp Coach
2022.06 - 2022.07
- Establish game plans, tactics, methods, formations, and strategies, do research, and analyze prior games
- Organize and schedule tryouts, as well as identify and evaluate potential players
- Identify individual player strengths, limitations, and talents, and incorporate them into gaming and strategy sessions
- Assure that the football field is available for practice and that the players arrive on time
- Create and enforce rules and regulations, as well as ensure that all players are aware of them
- Organize off-field team-building exercises and activities
- Foster excellent sportsmanship among all team members, settle arguments, and promptly deal with poor behavior
- Identify outstanding athletes who might be scouted for scholarships and professional leagues
- Assure that all sporting equipment is in good functioning order
- Encourage participants to participate in other leisure activities and to consume a well-balanced diet in order to live a healthy lifestyle.
Assistant Coach Women's Basketball
Taft College
2018.09 - 2021.06
- Assist Head Coach in providing athletic training to students
- Schedule daily practice sessions including individual and team practices
- Train and prepare student athletes for sports competitions
- Organize various sports events, contests, and competitions
- Teach skills, techniques, and strategies for team play
- Recruit and select qualified students for sports program
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of student athletes and provide appropriate feedback
- Build a positive and achievement-oriented team environment
- Ensure that student athletes are mentally and physically fit to participate in the sports program
- Plan travel arrangements for the team including transportation, food, and stay
- Assist in conducting alumni events, summer camps, promotional events, and fundraising programs
- Maintain athletic facility clean, safe, and organized
- Ensure that athletic equipment and tools are in good and safe working conditions
- Adhere to rules and policies established by the athletic department.
Driver
Rosewood Senior Living Community
2018.09 - 2020.10
- Properly and safely transports patients, secures patient
- In accordance with the transportation of patients, uses wheelchairs and other approved rolling stock to carry out the essential duties of the position
- Demonstrates competency in transporting all specific age groups
- Ensures the safe, timely and accurate transport of patients to their destination using the proper requested equipment
- Communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisor, and residents.
Assistant Basketball Coach
CALIFORNIA CITY HIGH SCHOOL
2016.10 - 2018.05
- Assist head coach with drills, coach offense and defense positions
- Strength, condition, and discipline coach.
- Organized travel arrangements for away games, ensuring smooth logistics and minimal distractions for players.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes and their families, fostering a supportive environment both on and off the court.
- Improved offensive strategies by analyzing game film of both our own team''s performances as well as those of future opponents.
- Managed equipment inventory, securing necessary items for optimal practice sessions and game day preparations.
- Supported fundraising efforts by engaging with local businesses and community members to secure sponsorships and donations.
- Created a culture of accountability and discipline among athletes, leading to fewer disciplinary issues and greater focus on team success.
- Led practice sessions with players practicing drills, honing techniques and scrimmaging to put practiced skills into play.
- Developed in-depth and functional knowledge of basketball and rules and regulations associated.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Reviewed backgrounds and skills of potential players and coaches and initiated recruiting strategies to bring fresh talent to team.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Mojave Unified School District
2010.05 - 2018.01
- Assist the teachers with making sure students stay on task, supervise campus during the breaks, assist head security with anything requested.
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student understanding of complex topics.
- Supported students during small group instruction, reinforcing concepts taught by the lead teacher.
- Utilized differentiated instruction methods to address diverse learning styles within the classroom, promoting academic success for all students.
- Managed inventory of educational materials, ensuring necessary supplies were available for daily instruction.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
- Assessed student social, emotional, and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH
CALIFORNIA CITY HIGH SCHOOL
2009.06 - 2017.05
- Assist head coach with drills, coach offense and defense positions, take inventory of all equipment, assemble med kits for all sports not just football.
- Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Analyzed opposing teams'' strategies and devised effective countermeasures for increased success on the field.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, providing a safe environment for players during practice and games.
- Organized fundraising events to support the football program''s financial needs.
- Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
- Developed practice schedules that maximized efficiency while allowing time for rest and recovery periods.
- Planned and oversaw team football camps to develop new players.
- Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Mojave Jr/Sr HIGH SCHOOL
2014.10 - 2016.05
- Manage drills and training sessions with the team, develop plays and innovative strategies, run tests through scrimmages and determine which ones make it on the team, evaluate players individually based on performance and behavior
- Improve players' fundamentals and work with player flaws and improve their fundamentals.
- Review game film to assess opponents' strengths and weaknesses with players.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic game plans and conducting thorough player evaluations.
- Fostered a positive team culture by emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline both on and off the court.
- Developed players'' skills through targeted training sessions and personalized coaching, resulting in improved on-court abilities.
- Led the team to multiple playoff appearances through effective coaching strategies and strong leadership skills.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to design and implement practice drills focused on improving individual and team performance.
- Mentored student-athletes, providing guidance on academic success and personal development alongside athletic achievements.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas of improvement for both individual players and overall team strategy.
- Organized fundraising events for the basketball program, successfully securing financial support for equipment upgrades and travel expenses.
- Coordinated with school administration to ensure compliance with state athletic regulations and maintain eligibility for all student athletes.
Education
B.A in Sports Management -
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education
ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE, CERRO COSO COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BARSTOW COMMUNITY COLLEGE
California HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MOJAVE HIGH SCHOOL
Mojave, CA01.2008
Skills
- CPR
- Conflict Management
- Excel
- Word Processing
- Typing
- Safety
- Leadership Experience
- Leadership Training
- Special education
- Lesson planning
- Teaching
- Sports coaching
- Training & development
- Supervising experience
- Special Needs Support
- Special education
- Training & development
Certification
- Driver's license
- Guard Card
- Security Guard
- CDL
- Player developer
- Substitute Teaching Certification
Additional Information
- SKILLS
- 3 years' experience at the College level as a assistant coach
- 10 years' experience as high school coach
- 4 years experienced as head coach
- CPR/first aid certified
- CIF certified coach
- Personal trainer
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Encourages teamwork and respect among players
- Effective communicator
Personal Information
Title: Substitute Teacher
Timeline
Substitute Teacher K-12
Bakersfield City School District, Kern High School District, Panama Buena Vista School District
2023.08 - Current
Head Coach
University of Maine at Fort Kent
2022.11 - 2023.05
Position Coach
Football Camp Coach
2022.06 - 2022.07
Youth Supervisor
New Start Youth Facility
2022.01 - Current
Team Member
Apex Leadership Co
2022.01 - 2023.10
Assistant Coach
Stockdale High School
2020.10 - 2022.10
Assistant Coach Women's Basketball
Taft College
2018.09 - 2021.06
Driver
Rosewood Senior Living Community
2018.09 - 2020.10
Assistant Basketball Coach
CALIFORNIA CITY HIGH SCHOOL
2016.10 - 2018.05
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
Mojave Jr/Sr HIGH SCHOOL
2014.10 - 2016.05
Instructional Paraprofessional
Mojave Unified School District
2010.05 - 2018.01
ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH
CALIFORNIA CITY HIGH SCHOOL
2009.06 - 2017.05
B.A in Sports Management -
Southern New Hampshire University
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education
ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE, CERRO COSO COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BARSTOW COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MOJAVE HIGH SCHOOL
- Driver's license
- Guard Card
- Security Guard
- CDL
- Player developer
- Substitute Teaching Certification
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