Jalen Parker

Dynamic HR professional with a Master's in Human Resource Management and a background in athletic leadership and coaching. Experienced in talent development, employee engagement, and program management, with a proven ability to build high-performing teams and a positive organizational culture. Former athlete and coach bringing a performance-driven mindset, strong communication skills, and leadership experience to people operations and organizational success.

5TH GRADE TEACHER at National Heritage Academies (2024-08 – Present)

• Developed and implemented lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement.
• Prepared, administered, and graded daily work and tests, providing timely feedback to inform instructional adjustments.
• Tracked and analyzed student behavior trends for 25+ students, implementing targeted interventions that decreased disciplinary incidents by 20% and improved classroom productivity.

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR at National Heritage Academies (2024-08 – Present)

• Led operations and development of athletic programs, coordinating schedules, budgets, and staff to enhance overall program effectiveness.
• Implemented policies and procedures that streamlined operations and elevated athlete performance standards
• Collaborated with coaches and stakeholders to enhance team culture and performance outcomes
• Oversaw hiring, training, and evaluation of coaching staff to build a high-performing team aligned with program goals.

YOUTH SPORTS DIRECTOR at WNA Seminoles (2022-11)

• Developed and managed structured youth programs for 30+ participants, fostering discipline, teamwork, and measurable performance improvement.
• Built partnerships with community sponsors to secure funding and boost program engagement
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and organizational policies
• Mentored 40+ athletes and staff to enhance retention rates and support program success

AT-RISK TEACHER at National Heritage Academies (2024-03 – 2024-08)

• Supported struggling students through individualized instruction and small group sessions, enhancing their understanding and engagement in the classroom.
• Guided at-risk youth in identifying and addressing educational and social development needs, fostering personal growth and resilience.
• Encouraged students to explore learning opportunities and persevere through challenges, laying a foundation for future academic success.

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR at Chandler Park Academy Middle School (2022-01 – 2024-03)

• Coordinated operations of athletic programs, managing scheduling, staffing, and compliance to ensure smooth functionality
• Organized and analyzed performance data and records for teams and athletes to track progress and inform decisions
• Collaborated on strategies to enhance program performance and increase participation rates

BIOLOGY TEACHER at Chandler Park Academy (2021-12 – 2024-03)

• Delivered instruction to 150 students in classrooms of 25+ while adapting teaching style to align with student interests in biology.
• Provided individualized support for students struggling with course material
• Engaged one-on-one with small groups of students facing behavioral challenges in classroom and extracurricular settings, leading to over 10% improvement in their grades.
• Promoted safe practices in the laboratory by providing clear instructions on safety protocols before each lab activity
• Efficiently managed time in lesson preparation and assignment grading to enhance student learning experience.

CLIENT COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST at Quicken Loans (2021-02 – 2021-04)

• Improved customer experience through effective communication with clients
• Developed strong client relationships while resolving issues quickly

Doctor of Business Administration in Human Resources – Liberty University (2026-04)

Master of Science in Human Resource Management – Western Governors University (2024-09 – 2026-03)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Management – Adrian College (2017-09 – 2020-12)