Henry Twitchell
PE Teacher/Basketball Coach
Linkou, New Taipei City
Summary
Proficient Basketball Coach familiar with creating environments conducive to player learning and development. Collaborative and hardworking leader with more than 10 years of experience in sport. Adaptable and pleasant to work with with a great capacity to solve problems. Exceptionally competent in identifying strengths and weaknesses and tailoring lesson plans to promote and instill a growth mindset in the learning
environment. APRC holder in Taiwan.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Physical Education Teacher
Kang Chiao International School Linkou
7 2021 - Current
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Mentored new teachers in the implementation of effective classroom management strategies, fostering positive learning environments.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Regularly assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments, using data-driven methods to adjust instruction accordingly.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Organized and Coached Basketball Games against other like minded International Schools in Taiwan
- Organized and ran in-school Basketball Tournaments for the students
- Coach of the Junior High School and Senior High School Basketball Clubs
- 2024 Went on a 10 day bike trip around Taiwan with the g10 students, led a class, monitored and assured they were safe and had the best possible experience.
Basketball Head Coach
BBA, Taiwan
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Devised lessons on introductory and advanced skills to support safe and guided athlete development.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
Basketball Coach
Future+ Blueprints Summer Camp, Taiwan
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies to minimize risk of harm during practices and games.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Recognized individual achievements by nominating athletes for all-league honors or other forms of recognition.
- Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes'' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
ESL Teacher
KOJEN, Taiwan
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
Basketball Coach
SEJ Summer Camp, France
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Coached Basketball to Middle School and High School teenagers for the whole summer: Skills practice were led in the morning and there were competitive games in the afternoon
- Responsible of supervising meals, rooms, making sure kids were tidy and on time, taking them on small trips…
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
Group Leader
CLC Group, Malta/Nottingham
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Went on a first mission to Malta from July 5th to July 19th
- In charge, alongside two other adults, of a group of 50 kids
- Had to make sure the trip was going smoothly, that the group was well taken care of by their host families and also take my group on trips around the island
- Went on a similar mission in Nottingham, England, from Aug 5th to Aug 21st where Basketball was the main focus
- I took the group on trips and taught them Basketball in the afternoon.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Basketball Coach
France
09.2014 - 06.2018
- Coached Middle School and High School Basketball for my local Team, the CAO Orsay
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes'' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
- Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
- Managed team logistics, such as scheduling games, coordinating transportation, and overseeing equipment inventory.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
Volunteer Basketball Coach
Ghana, Africa
07.2014 - 08.2014
- Went on a Humanitarian mission to Coach basketball to Ghanaians kids aged 8–18
- Learned so much about the world, how to lead a cross cultured group, communicate and reach people
- Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete''s learning style to maximize learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Athletic Coaching Education
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Studies
Paris X Nanterre
France 04.2001 -
Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Interpersonal Communication
Conflict Resolution
Practice Planning and Management
Injury Prevention
Problem-Solving
Verbal and written communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Athletic Training and Motivation
Weight Training
Athlete safety
Certified in CPR/AED
Marathon Runner
- Taipei 2022
- Alishan 2023
- Sun Moon Lake 2023
- Kinmen 2024
Timeline
Basketball Coach
Future+ Blueprints Summer Camp, Taiwan
08.2020 - 08.2020
Basketball Head Coach
BBA, Taiwan
07.2020 - 06.2021
ESL Teacher
KOJEN, Taiwan
11.2019 - 11.2020
Basketball Coach
SEJ Summer Camp, France
07.2019 - 08.2019
Group Leader
CLC Group, Malta/Nottingham
07.2018 - 08.2018
Basketball Coach
France
09.2014 - 06.2018
Volunteer Basketball Coach
Ghana, Africa
07.2014 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Athletic Coaching Education
Ball State University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Studies
Paris X Nanterre
04.2001 -
Physical Education Teacher
Kang Chiao International School Linkou
7 2021 - Current