Velimir

Youth Basketball Coach
Male37 y/oPhysical Education Teacher/Basketball CoachLive in ChinaNationality Serbia
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Summary

Dedicated and accomplished basketball coach with over 10 years of extensive experience in player development, team management, and competitive strategy. Skilled in developing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that encourage teamwork, discipline, and personal growth. Seeking to inspire students as a Physical Educator, where I can leverage my coaching accolades and passion for physical education to inspire students, and enhance the overall athletic program.

Work experience

Youth Basketball Coach

BRAVO Basketball Academy
2023.01-2024.01(a year)
Developed and implemented training programs for children aged 5-18, focusing on skill development and personal growth. Fostered a positive team environment that encourages sportsmanship and healthy competition.

Head Coach

Sky Sports Youth Academy
2020.01-2022.01(2 years)
Managed youth coaching programs for children aged 5-18, enhancing physical fitness and teamwork. Organized regular assessments to track progress and adjust training techniques accordingly.

Head Coach

KK Zekas '75
2014.01-2019.01(5 years)
Led men’s senior team in the First Regional League West and three youth categories (under 13, 15, and 17). Secured multiple honors and awards, improving team performance and individual player development.

Physical Educator (PE Teacher)

Djura Jaksic High School
2015.01-2018.01(3 years)
Designing and implementing engaging PE curricula that meet educational standards and promote physical fitness, motor skills, teamwork, and overall student health. Evaluating student performance and progress through various assessment methods, providing feedback, and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs and abilities.

Assistant Coach

KK Radnicki, Kragujevac
2013.01-2014.01(a year)
Prepared the team for games by studying opponent plays, analyzing game footage, and developing game strategies. Ensured players are physically fit and conditioned them appropriately for the demands of the sport.

Educational experience

TEFL Professional Development Institute

English as a Second Language
2025.01-2025.03(3 months)
With a 120-hour TEFL certification through the TEFL Professional Development Institute, I gained practical training in teaching English as a foreign language, including lesson planning, classroom management, and strategies for teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to learners of all levels.

Tims (Novi Sad)

Degree in Sports Coaching
2006.10-2011.04(5 years)
With a degree in Sports Coaching from the Faculty of Sport and Physical Education (TIMS) in Novi Sad, I gained both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in coaching methodology, training planning, athlete development, and sports science. My education emphasized working with individuals and teams to improve performance in a structured, evidence-based way.

Languages

English
Proficient

Certificates

TEFL
2025.03
FIBA (The International Federation of Basketball)
2022.05
Serbian Association of Basketball Coaches
2011.04

Skills

Team Building
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Motivational Leadership
Team Building
Curriculum Development
Strength and Conditioning
Coaching and Mentoring
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