KOJO ASIRI
Memphis
Summary
Experienced Educator and Coach with over a decade in international schools, specializing in physical education program development and elite team formation. Skilled in delivering data-driven instruction and culturally responsive mentorship, fostering student achievement in urban environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Form Tutor / Physical Education Teacher / Coach
The Roman Ridge School
Roman Ridge
09.2014 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented comprehensive PE programs for junior, middle, and senior school levels, promoting student fitness and health outcomes.
- Led basketball, volleyball, and soccer teams, crafting targeted game plans and skill instruction that improved team performance and competitive success.
- Evaluated student progress in PE, establishing goals to help students reach their maximum physical and social potential.
- Provided academic mentoring and resolved learning challenges for students while offering emotional support and counseling to build resilience.
- Coordinated with school personnel and communicated regularly with parents to support student well-being and enhance attendance.
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana08-2014
Diploma - Coaching Basketball
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana08-2010
Skills
- PE curriculum design
- Curriculum development
- Fitness program design
- Coaching techniques
- Basketball Strategy
- Volleyball Strategy
- Soccer Strategy
- Sports team leadership
- Academic Guidance
- Student assessment
- Mentoring
- Academic mentoring
- Administrative management
- Team Culture
- Sportsmanship
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional support
- Counseling
- Communication skills
- Adaptive Coaching Techniques
Certification
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified
- CITI Program Certified (IRB, Biomedical, RCR, COI)
Honors And Leadership
- Nominee, The President Leadership Awards, University of Memphis, 04/26
- NUGS Excellence Awards, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana, 11/13
Timeline
Form Tutor / Physical Education Teacher / Coach
The Roman Ridge School
09.2014 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Education
Diploma - Coaching Basketball
University of Education