Udun Osakue
Fremont
Summary
Physical Education Teacher and Basketball Coach with a solid foundation in Kinesiology and expertise in youth athletic development. Skilled in teaching sport fundamentals, leading skill-building drills, and fostering engaging, inclusive learning environments. Former international professional basketball player passionate about developing student confidence, teamwork, and lifelong fitness habits.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Irvington High School
Fremont, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Taught physical education classes focused on fundamental sports skills, movement development, exercise strategies, and safety.
- Demonstrated proper techniques and provided instructional cues to support skill acquisition.
- Led drills and structured practice activities to reinforce learning objectives.
- Maintained a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment in alignment with school policies.
- Collaborated with staff members to enhance instructional practices and program quality.
- Developed individualized fitness plans to support students with special needs and ensure active participation.
Student Teacher
Wayne Ruble Middle School | 2023–2024
Fontana, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to implement innovative teaching strategies and assessments.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student learning objectives.
- Assisted with activity planning and student engagement
Basketball Skills Trainer / Coach
SSB Academy & HoopSphere
Bay Area, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Train athletes in basketball fundamentals and conditioning
- Lead individual and group skill development sessions
- Encourage discipline, confidence, and teamwork
Substitute Teacher
Fontana Unified School District & Corona-Norco Unified School District
Fontana, CA And Corona, CA
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials and teaching techniques for various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to align curriculum and instructional goals.
- Assessed student progress through formative evaluations and provided feedback.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Professional Basketball Player
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Competed professionally in Spain (2017–2019), Germany (2020–2022), Azerbaijan (2023), and Vietnam (2023)
- Participated in international summer leagues in Indonesia, Brunei, and Malaysia
- Developed leadership, discipline, adaptability, and high-level teamwork
Education
Master of Arts - Education
UMass Global University
Irvine05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2015
Associate of Arts -
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA05-2013
Skills
- Sport fundamentals instruction
- Youth athletic development
- Classroom management
- Skill demonstration and coaching
- Basketball training
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Basketball Skills Trainer / Coach
SSB Academy & HoopSphere
01.2025 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Irvington High School
08.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Wayne Ruble Middle School | 2023–2024
01.2024 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
Fontana Unified School District & Corona-Norco Unified School District
04.2021 - 05.2024
Professional Basketball Player
01.2017 - 01.2023
Master of Arts - Education
UMass Global University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
San Francisco State University
Associate of Arts -
Fresno City College
Collegiate & High School Basketball Player
- San Francisco State University — NCAA Division II athlete
- Fresno City College — Junior College basketball
- Corona Roosevelt High School — Varsity basketball