Assistant Coach Player Development

Charles Jones

( * * * ) ***-**** * cjones. @live.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-jones-79908a25/

Professional Summary

Accomplished educator, coach, and former NBA athlete with over 20 years of experience

in youth mentorship, sports leadership, and education. Proven track record of guiding

100+ student-athletes to college scholarships, building high-performing athletic

programs, and fostering holistic student development. Adept at cross-functional

collaboration, case management, and program development across academic, nonprofit,

and sports environments. Recognized for strategic leadership, impactful communication,

and a lifelong commitment to youth empowerment and performance excellence.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts

Long Island University Graduated 2012

Professional Experience

C o n s u l t a n t & R e c r u i t m e n t

M u s t a r d Seeds 2025 - Present

• Build and maintain strong, supportive client relationships.

• Analyze client needs and deliver strategic resource alignment.

• Monitor progress to enhance satisfaction and retention.

Collaborate across departments to ensure service quality.

Case Manager

The People Concern 2024 - Present

• Develop personalized care plans and provide ongoing support.

• Coordinate services, manage attendance tracking, and report outcomes.

• Partner with internal teams to monitor and improve client progress.

S u b s t i t u t e Te a c h e r

Ne dese Depart enter Faduat 202- Present

• Deliver instruction across multiple subjects and manage classroom environments.

• Track student attendance and ensure continuity of learning.

• Collaborate with permanent faculty for student support and event coordination.

Assistant Coach - Men's Basketball

Long Island University 2022 - 2024

• Developed team strategies and led skill development sessions.

• Directed recruitment efforts, successfully bringing in 7 new players.

• Conducted scouting and detailed game preparation to maximize performance.

Health & PE Teacher / Associate Head Coach - HS Varsity National Team

Our Saviour Lutheran School 2016 - 2021

• Taught Physical Education and Health courses.

• Designed game plans and mentored over 25 athletes securing college scholarships.

Managed team attendance, logistics, and maintained communication with families.

Youth Basketball Coach, Mentor & Player Development

New York Lightning Elite Youth Basketball Team / Team First & Team Footprintz I

2012 - Present

Mentored 100+ youth athletes, facilitating college scholarship opportunities and NBA

c a r e e r p r o g r e s s i o n .

• Developed team systems, scouting plans, and academic monitoring frameworks.

• Increased program enrollment and led player skills sessions and sports mentoring.

Activity Specialist

Children's Arts & Science Workshop 2021 - Present

• Delivered athletic coaching and youth mentorship.

• Enhanced program quality and increased enrollment.

Grassroots Player Development Specialist

National Basketball Players Association 2019 - Present

Facilitated training camps, clinics, and community outreach events.

Promoted leadership, life skills, and athletic performance in youth.

Guest Speaker, Panelist, Trainer

Nike Zoom League Clinic / NBA All-Star Weekend 2015

Delivered motivational talks and leadership workshops.

Conducted training sessions focused on teamwork, leadership, and advanced basketball skills.

Professional Basketball Player

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