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J O S H U A O . S A N D E R S
OBJECTIVE
Seeking professional and personal growth in a challenging position, where my demonstrated experience, education and acquired skills will
enable the organization to realize optimum performance and profitability.
EDUCATION
M.S., Secondary Education, May 2010
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
B.A., History, May 2007
Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head Basketball Coach August 2014 – Present
PPEP TEC High School, Tucson, AZ
 Recruited and met with prospective student-athletes to discuss their experience and goals
 Created and ran up-to-date and relevant drills
 Trained student-athletes during the off-season
 Monitored the academic performance of student-athletes in addition to their athletic progress
 Coordinated scheduling and field and facility use with the activities office
 Helped develop each participant’s physical and psychological fitness
 Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of the activities department and the district
 Fostered a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility
 Lead basketball team as Head Coach to win Charter League Championship
 Incorporated extensive basketball training into agenda, creating drills on dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and rebounding,
teaching balance or mental preparation before and after game to strengthen performance
 Responsible for resolving any problems or grievances with the players, parents, and referees
Recruitment, Retention, Marketing & Student Coordinator August 2014 – Present
PPEP TEC High School, Tucson, AZ
 Works closely with the Superintendent and as directed, coordinate, facilitate, and/or attend recruitment events
 Actively recruits PPEP TEC High School enrollments including but not limited to seeking out community events and
opportunities to represent PPEP TEC High School in student recruitment
 Participates in community events for the purposes of recruitment including representation, set-up and take-down of materials.
 Provides comprehensive essential information to various audiences regarding PPEP TEC HIGH SCHOOL as it relates to
locations, academic program opportunities, admission requirements, enrollment procedures, and be able to knowledgably answer
related questions.
 Works collaboratively with staff and current students to create participation in site-specific recruitment opportunities such as:
community involvement, volunteerism, and through current student successes, annual prom
 After initial contact, responsible for follow-up communications with potential new student enrollees
 Communicates with Lead Teacher(s) and site staff regarding information gathered that will help insure new student success such
as enrollee’s questions, concerns, goals, interests, new student mentoring
 Works closely with Superintendent and other district/school staff to develop postings for social media.
 Creates and distributes marketing materials for the purpose of student recruitment including, but not limited to: brochures, flyers,
and PowerPoint presentations
 Assists the Superintendent, as applicable, in the creation and/or layout of public marketing materials such as billboards,
advertisements, radio ads, and commercials, etc., as opportunities present themselves
 Works collaboratively with students to reduce dropout prevention rates
 As acting editor of the La Tortuga, the district-wide student/parent school newspaper/newsletter, solicit district and site articles
and information, publish newspaper/newsletter and distribute hard copies where applicable and via PDF to sites quarterly

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Recruitment, Retention, Marketing & Student Coordinator (continued…) August 2014 – Present
PPEP TEC High School, Tucson, AZ
 Builds community/student relationships for purposes, including but not limited to, mentorship, employment opportunities,
sponsorship, positive role-modeling, and extra-curricular activities opportunities
 Set up procedures to counsel current student(s) who have been identified by school staff as struggling, in danger of suspension,
expulsion, or dropping out
 Collaborates with Lead Teacher’s and site staff for activities planning with attention to each unique school community
 Responsible for activities planning with district Lead Teacher’s to insure student safety, supervision, and optimal student
participation
 Coordinates fund raisers for all schools as needed to assist with various student activities
 Transports students to various school activities and field trips such as college visits, community events, fairs, and school driven
destinations
 Coordination and oversight of the district Spring Prom, Yearbook(s) and extra-curricular activities including but not limited to the
Tucson Rodeo Parade
 Forms relationships with outside entities who may grant PPEP TEC Students scholarships or other assistance for post-secondary
education, vocational education/training or other types of experiences
 Markets opportunities for scholarships to PPEP TEC Students
 Assists students with post-secondary application processes
 Coordinates or provide career resources for guest speakers and field trips for all sites, as required
 Develops/locates vocational training/educational opportunities for students
 Coordinate with and assist the Director of Operations in providing McKinny-Vento student resources.
 Provide Care and Concern support services such as food, clothing, shelter, and support in times of illness, death of a family
member, or similar crisis like intervention
 Participates in home visits to investigate student issues or to communicate with possible recruits
 Works to connect students to beneficial community resources to address household impediments to academic success
 Oversee, monitor, and ensure compliance of job duties and responsibilities through multiple site visits, open lines of
communication, and effectively working with all staff
Student and Family Mentor Specialists November 2013 – August 2014
Academic Specialist October 2010 – November 2013
African American Student Services, Tucson, AZ
 Identifies at risk students and collaborates with staff to develop education plan to benefit student
 Collaborates with teachers to ensure at risk students receive appropriate assistance
 Counsels at risk students regarding school and attendance
 Observes behavior of students in the classroom
 Maintains progress files for each student, collaborates with counselors and teachers regarding each student's educational needs
and makes recommendations for changes as needed
 Makes home visits to investigate cause for student's attendance problems
 Advise parents of TUSD school policies with regards to attendance and academics
 Refers families/students to appropriate social agencies or school resources
 Reviews attendance records to identify students who have excessive absences
 Compiles attendance report
 Provide in class tutoring to ethnic minority students
Tutor/Student Advisor March 2010 – October 2010
Native American Student Services, Tucson, AZ
 Assist Teacher with instruction and relevant support for students
 Assist with academic and functional curriculum
 Assisted in the enhancement of present levels of performance
 Monitors students behavior and performance
 Assists in the reinforcement of learning goals
 Assists in the development and enforcement of language strategies for students
 Assists students on a one-on-one basis
 Monitors, mentors, and assists students educational goals

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SKILLS
 Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Word, and other Office products
 Demonstrates excellence in detail orientation and multitasking
 Strong analytical skills
 Highly motivated and driven
 Strong written and verbal communication
 Performs tasks in a timely and accurate manner
 Ability to multitask in high pressure situations
 Ability to function well in a rapidly changing environment
 Ability to work independently as well as in a teaming environment
 Ability to work with minimal supervision
 Ability to interface with top level management and individual contributors
 Ability to identify potential problems and take corrective action as needed
 Ability to obtain Teaching Certification
 Experience with providing innovative solutions to complex problems
 Experience sourcing student candidates for successful recruitment
 Experience with utilizing social networks to gain talent
CONFERENCES/SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
 Tucson Federal Correctional Institution 2013 “March On Washington “
 National Youth at Risk Conference 2013 Co- presentation on “Bullytics”
 African American Youth Heritage Day 2014 presentation on “HBCUs”
 National Youth at Risk Conference 2014 presentation on “Bully Bystanders”
 Tucson Federal Correctional Institution 2014 50th Anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act