Keyon M. Smoothers
CICS Longwood High School
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated High School Basketball Coach, Athletic Director, Student Advocate & Youth Mentor with extensive experience developing student athletes both on and off the court. Proven ability to build competitive basketball programs, lead athletic departments, mentor young people, organize schools and community events & established relationships with college coaches and athletic organization. Prepared to obtain a position with a reputable company where my work skills & work experience can be utilized & opportunities will be available for advancement.
Work History
Sports Athletic Director
- Developed and implemented athletic programs aligned with student interests and school mission.
- Oversaw scheduling and logistics for interscholastic competitions across multiple sports.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance community engagement in athletics.
- Mentored coaching staff to improve performance standards and athlete development strategies.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Directed athletic programming across multiple sports including basketball, volleyball,football, cheerleading, baseball, track & field & girls flag football.
- Promoted academic excellence among student-athletes by establishing tutoring programs specifically tailored to their demanding schedules.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
- Evaluated student-athlete performance to inform recruitment strategies and program adjustments.
- Managed budget allocations for athletic programs, ensuring resource optimization and compliance.
Head Boys Basketball Coach
- Lead the boys basketball program while emphasizing academic achievement, discipline, teamwork, leadership, & personal development.
- Mentored assistant coaches, providing guidance on player development and coaching techniques.
- Established performance goals for players, aligning individual objectives with team success.
- Evaluated player performance through regular assessments, adapting strategies to maximize potential.
- Mentored student athlete in academic responsibility, athletic preparation, leadership & character development.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance players' skills and teamwork.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategize future plays.
- Fostered a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship and personal development.
- Coordinated practices and games, ensuring optimal preparation and resource allocation.
Campus Monitor/Head of Security Operations
- Supervised security personnel and ensured assigned responsibilities were completed properly.
- Led daily security operations to help maintain a safe environment for students, staff and visitors.
- Monitored visitor access to the campus, ensuring all guests were properly signed in according to established procedures.
- Assisted in managing access control systems to ensure only authorized personnel entered secure areas of the campus.
- Supported positive relationships between students, parents, and faculty by serving as a liaison for communication regarding campus issues.
- Monitored student activities to ensure safety and compliance with school policies.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among students, promoting a positive campus environment.
- Collaborated with faculty to address behavioral issues, enhancing student accountability.
- Implemented safety protocols during school events, reducing incidents and ensuring orderly conduct.
- Enhanced campus safety by patrolling school grounds and monitoring student behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive school environment by enforcing school policies and procedures.
- Reduced incidents of bullying through proactive intervention and conflict resolution strategies.
- Improved emergency response times by conducting regular drills and coordinating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
President/ 17U Head Coach
- Mentored young athletes through basketball development, leadership, discipline, teamwork & personal growth.
- Created opportunities for student athletes to develop skills and pursue future athletic opportunities.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance organizational growth and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented programs to improve athlete performance and community engagement.
- Directed budgeting processes and financial management for sustainable business operations.
- Fostered partnerships with local schools and organizations to promote athletics participation.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns, increasing revenue through innovative sponsorship opportunities.
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Coordinated game strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Mentored student-athletes in sportsmanship and leadership qualities.
- Evaluated player progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Organized fundraising events to support team activities and resources.
- Collaborated with head coach to align training goals with school objectives.
- Championed school values both on and off the court by modeling respectful behavior towards officials, opponents, teammates, coaches and parents alike.
- Improved team dynamics by facilitating communication among players and coaching staff.
Patient Transportation/ OR Sterile Processing
- Provided professional customer service while safely transporting patients throughout the medical facility.
- Worked alongside nurses and medical staff to ensure patients belongings and documentation were properly handled.
- Sterilized and prepared surgical equipment according to department procedures.
- Transported surgical equipment and supplies to the appropriate departments.
- Maintained attention to safety, accuracy, cleanliness and patient care.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Sales Associate
- Provided customer service and assisted customers with products and store needs.
- Maintained organized and clean sales floor areas.
- Worked effectively in a fast paced retail environment.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and assist in inventory optimization initiatives.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and product knowledge.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock maintenance and timely replenishment.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies to improve team performance.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional strategies that increased product visibility.
Service Operations Manager
- Managed daily service operations involving shipping, receiving, filing, transportation and logistics.
- Operated forklifts and supported cross dock and material-handling operations.
- Coordinated multiple tasks and priorities while supporting daily logistics operations.
- Streamlined service operations, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across logistics management.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations, ensuring secure operational practices throughout the organization.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving service delivery and team competency.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize operational workflows.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice/ Physical Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
- Athletic Scholarship Recipient
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
- Athletic Scholarship Recipient
High School Diploma
- Honoree of Economics
High School Diploma
Skills
Student Athlete Mentoring
Youth Advocacy & Development
College Recruiting
Coach Networking
Behavioral Engagement
School Safety & Security
Strong Work Ethic
Forklift Operations
Transportation & Cross-Dock Operations
Facility Management
Athletic Program Development
Event management
Compliance monitoring
Media relations
Collaborative approach
Performance analysis
Game management
Intercultural training
Reliability
Multitasking
Accomplishments
- IHSA 2A Co-Coach of the Year-2022
- IHSA 2A Regional Champion-2022
- IHSA 2a Sweet 16-2022
- White-South Conference Coach Of The Year-2019-20
- White-South Conference Promotion-First in School History
- Red-South Conference Promotion-First in School History
- 3A State Runner-Up-2018-19
- 25+ Student-Athletes advanced to college athletic opportunities/scholarships
- 100+ youth served through M.O.R.E Athletics
- $20,000 NBAEQ Athletic-program donation secured
- JR NBA Trainer
- CP3 Camp rainer
- CEO, CharlieWay Training Inc.
Timeline
Sports Athletic Director
CICS Longwood High School
2023 - 2025Read More
Head Boys Basketball Coach
CICS Longwood High School
2019 - 2025Read More
Campus Monitor/Head of Security Operations
CICS Longwood High School
2019 - 2025Read More
President/ 17U Head Coach
M.O.R.E Athletics
2018 - 2023Read More
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
Bogan High School
2018 - 2019Read More
Patient Transportation/ OR Sterile Processing
Northwestern Medicine
2016 - 2017Read More
Sales Associate
Walamrt
2014 - 2015Read More
Service Operations Manager
Transfere Logistics Railroad
2009 - 2014Read More
Kennedy King College
Associate of Science from Criminal Justice/ Physical Education
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LeMoyne-Owen College
Associate of Science from Criminal Justice
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Redlands Community College
Associate of Science from Criminal Justice
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George Washington High School
High School Diploma
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Thornwood High School
High School Diploma
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