Darryl Franklin

Darryl Franklin

PE and Tennis coach (Part-time)

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Whole school PE teacher, specialising in Tennis and British sports

  • Education

    • East Kent College

      2012 - 2015
      Secondary School Sports and Exercise BTEC Distinction***

      Activities and Societies: Sports leaders award and student rep

    • Saint Nicolas Du Pelem, France

      2008 - 2012
      Other GCSE Pass

      Activities and Societies: Maths, History, French and English

    • LTA Level 1 and 2 in Tennis Coaching

      2021 - 2024
      Other Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

      Activities and Societies: Lawn Tennis Association - Gained a solid foundation in the key principles of coaching, including communication, teaching methods, and how to structure and plan effective sessions for players of various abilities.- Learned how to coach the basic technical aspects of tennis, such as forehand, backhand, serve, and volley, while understanding how to break down and correct - The course covered how to teach basic tactics and game strategies, helping players understand when and how to use different shots in match… Show more - Gained a solid foundation in the key principles of coaching, including communication, teaching methods, and how to structure and plan effective sessions for players of various abilities.- Learned how to coach the basic technical aspects of tennis, such as forehand, backhand, serve, and volley, while understanding how to break down and correct - The course covered how to teach basic tactics and game strategies, helping players understand when and how to use different shots in match situations.- Learned how to create structured coaching plans that take players from beginner to more advanced levels, ensuring that sessions are engaging, progressive, and aligned with player development.- Explored how to assess a player’s ability and potential, and how to tailor your coaching approach to support their growth over time.- There was likely emphasis on ensuring safe practice environments, injury prevention, and understanding the importance of warm-ups, cool-downs, and managing injuries Show less

    • England Handball

      2015 - 2015
      Level 1 Coaching Award Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

      Activities and Societies: Handball - Learned the basics of passing, shooting, dribbling, and defending in handball.- Gained skills in how to structure effective training sessions, provide clear instructions, and demonstrate drills.- Developed an understanding of the basic rules of handball and simple strategies for both offense and defense.- Learned how to assess player abilities and guide their individual growth and improvement.- Focused on how to build team dynamics, encourage cooperation, and communicate… Show more - Learned the basics of passing, shooting, dribbling, and defending in handball.- Gained skills in how to structure effective training sessions, provide clear instructions, and demonstrate drills.- Developed an understanding of the basic rules of handball and simple strategies for both offense and defense.- Learned how to assess player abilities and guide their individual growth and improvement.- Focused on how to build team dynamics, encourage cooperation, and communicate effectively with players.- Gained knowledge on how to ensure player safety during training and games. Show less

    • Sports Leaders UK Level 2 and 1 Award in Community Sports Leadership (QFC)

      2014 - 2014
      Other Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

      Activities and Societies: Rugby, Football and Tennis Organising and event, involving 100 primary school participants. Coaching a chosen team and implementing my own coaching style, providing a fun and knowledgeable day.

    • Leeds Beckett University

      2022 - 2023
      Postgraduate Degree EDUCATION 2.1
    • University of Chester

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelors Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences 3rd
  • Experience

    • Cumbria primary school

      Apr 2016 - Sept 2019
      PE and Tennis coach (Part-time)

      • Working with variety of abilities• Organising lesson plan for up to 25 children• Ensuring children have fun and learn from each lesson.• Fun and educational fitness activities• Playing matches• Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.• Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage

    • AE Tennis Academy

      Oct 2019 - Aug 2020
      PE teacher, Rugby and Tennis coach

      • Working within primary and secondary schools within Shenzhen• High-standard coaching with professional attitude• Interacting effectively with students and parents• Working with variety of ages and abilities• Organising fun and educational lessons• Organising tennis tournament• Teaching English in addition to Tennis• Tennis and PE Coach• Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.• Teaching all ages from 5 year olds to adults Show less

    • Meizhong International School

      Sept 2020 - Dec 2022
      Physical Education Teacher

      • Created and implemented an English curriculum for PE classes• Teaching Physical Activity to grades 1 to 9• Established effective coaching session suited for all ages and abilities.• Delivered lesson plan to classes of 30 children.• Writing progress reports• Using S.M.A.R.T targets to ensure each child has best opportunity to succeed.• Pastoral care

    • Jinrui School

      Jan 2023 - now
      Physical Education Teacher and Nutritionist

      • Created and implemented an English curriculum for PE at Jinrui School• Organise and deliver successful PE class – focusing on short- and long-term goals.• Student reports• Offer ECA activities such as Tennis (LTA) and iGCSE activities • Insight in Lawn Tennis Association• Pastoral care and tutoring duties• Nutrition classes during break time • Organiser of a Spartan Race with students and teachers, with training provided during after school hours lead by myself• Teaching Physical activity to grades 1 to 9 Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • DBS

      Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
      Nov 2019