Deshawn

Dynamic and student-centered Interrelated Teacher and Basketball Coach with a proven ability to elevate academic performance, strengthen student behavior, and build high-impact learning environments. Recognized for delivering individualized instruction, motivating diverse learners, and developing student-athletes into confident, disciplined leaders. Brings a strong blend of instructional expertise, relationship-building, and team leadership to support whole-child development.

Interrelated Teacher at Canby Lane Elementary School, DeKalb County Schools (2025-07 – Present)

Provide targeted instruction and interventions that support academic growth for students with diverse learning needs. Design and implement differentiated lessons aligned with IEP goals to ensure measurable progress. Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, and families to create cohesive support plans.

• Provide targeted instruction and interventions that support academic growth for students with diverse learning needs.
• Design and implement differentiated lessons aligned with IEP goals to ensure measurable progress.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, and families to create cohesive support plans.
• Establish a structured, positive classroom environment that promotes engagement and consistent behavior.
• Track and analyze student data to guide instructional decisions and maintain compliance with IEP requirements.
• Improved student academic performance through personalized learning strategies and consistent progress monitoring.
• Strengthened student behavior outcomes by implementing clear expectations and proactive behavior systems.
• Enhanced family engagement by maintaining strong communication and building trust with parents and guardians.

Basketball Coach at Canby Lane Elementary School (2025-07 – Present)

Lead and mentor student-athletes, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Develop structured practice plans, conditioning programs, and game strategies tailored to team needs. Build a positive, disciplined team culture that supports both athletic and academic success.

• Lead and mentor student-athletes, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Develop structured practice plans, conditioning programs, and game strategies tailored to team needs.
• Build a positive, disciplined team culture that supports both athletic and academic success.
• Communicate with families, staff, and athletic leadership to ensure program alignment and student support.
• Elevated player performance through individualized coaching and high-energy skill development sessions.
• Promoted academic accountability by integrating grade checks and study expectations into team culture.
• Improved team cohesion and confidence through leadership development and character-building activities.

Master of Education in Special Education – Kennesaw State University (2025)

Bachelor of Science in Physics – Guilford College (2022)