Application essay

EDUCATION

WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY - WESTFIELD, MA |B.S. IN LIBERAL ARTS

Concentrations: Biology, Psychology, Movement Science | Minor: Communications Relevant Coursework: Foundations of Movement Science, Motor Learning, Children in Competitive Sports,

Child Development, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Sports Promotion, Children in Competitive Sports, Sports

Psychology, Communication Technologies WORK EXPERIENCE YOUTH CONSELOUR | CHURCH OF PENTECOAST (WORCESTER ASSEMBLY)

WORCESTER, MA • OCT 2015 – PRESENT

• Report directly to the Associate Direct of Counseling at the Church in addition to

having strong interpersonal and time management skills

• Counsel a diverse youth population through programs, personal sessions, and

mentorship

• Plan and prepare development programs and lesson plans for youth and parents

JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH AND VARSITY ASSISTANT COACH | WORCESTER

ACADEMY WORCESTER, MA • OCT 2016 – PRESENT • Create detailed practice schedule along with team workouts and motivational quotes • Create offense, defense, and inbound plays to lead members to win games • Constantly interact and have a genuine interest with coaches, players, and parents • Set an example for the players to follow both on and off the count and hold players accountable

for their actions

REFEREE AND INTRAMURAL PROGRAMS ASSISTANT | WESTFIELD STATE

UNIVERSITY WESTFIELD, MA • JAN 2016 – MAY 2016 • Referee for highly skilled intramural basketball league and managed scoreboard • Maintain knowledge of basketball rules and regulations to make play calls

ASSISTANT VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH | DOHERTY MEMORIAL HIGH

SCHOOL WORCESTER, MA • NOV 2011 – MAR 2016 • Videotaped games and reviewed film with team to give players feedback on performance • Created and implemented workout drills to improve player skills and performance • Continue player development with varsity basketball players during off-season

YOUTH WORKER | COMMERCE BANK STADIUM WORCESTER, MA • DEC 2010 – MAY 2011 • Worked with the Worcester Public School athletic director with administrative duties

and coordinating Inter High Varsity Sport schedules • Helped organize NFL High School Development Camp, Mini Olympics and Special Olympics • Reviewed each team’s needs and delivered sports equipment to players

YOUTH WORKER FOR PROJECT YES PROGRAM | ELM PARK COMMUNITY

SCHOOL WORCESTER, MA • FEB 2010 - JULY 2010 • Served as gym instructor and tutor for after-school program • Worked with elementary students helping them with academic studies and staying active

VOLUNTEER AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM ASSISTANT | WORCESTER BOYS AND GIRLS

CLUB WORCESTER, MA • SEP 2008 – JUNE 2012 • Assist in the planning and implementation of a daily program which will meet the needs of

the children in attendance; set up program, project, and activity areas as needed • Monitor individuals and assure students understanding of program rules and procedures

SKILLS

Certifications: CPR | Software: Microsoft Office Suite, HTML, Garage Band, Final Cut Pro, Dreamweaver

Social Media: Blogger, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Google

MICHAEL ADU

117 Ledgecrest Drive, Worcester, MA 01603

Cell: 508-304-0660 | Email:[email protected]