Arden Dennis
Aurora
Summary
Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record with Eaglecrest High School's boys basketball team, achieving a state championship in the 2024-2025 season. Specialize in strategic game planning, player development techniques, and motivational leadership. Excel in communication, adaptability, and fostering teamwork to create winning environments. Committed to nurturing athletes' growth on and off the court while maintaining focus on achieving team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Eaglecrest High School
Centennial
01.2018 - Current
- Endorsements in Physical Education and Social Studies
- Monitored student growth and academic process.
- Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess data-based curriculum.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of social studies and content.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
High School Boys Basketball Coach
Eaglecrest High School
Centennial
11.2017 - Current
- Achieved 2024-2025 6A State Championship as Head Assistant Coach
- Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Eaglecrest High School.
- Conducted and supervised player practices and conditioning sessions.
- Developed and implemented game strategies using basketball analytics.
- Provided leadership and supervision focused on academic progress and personal development.
Caseworker
Jefferson County
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: Social worker for Jefferson County Colorado.
- General duties: Assessing the needs of families, where appropriate.
- Offers children youth and families resources, services and support to help them meet their requirements.
- Social worker for Jefferson County Colorado.
CYSO 1
Gilliam Youth Service Center
10.2014 - 08.2016
- General duties: Provide correctional safety and security to both juvenile residents, and staff.
Camp Director and Coach
Nothing But Net Basketball Academy
05.2009 - 07.2016
- Coach groups of 15 – 30 children, teaching basketball skills, responsibility, and discipline; oversee other coaches and trainees.
Gate House Attendant
Palomino Park Resort
05.2014 - 10.2014
- General customer service duties; general office duties, including sending and responding to emails, answering telephone calls, and office maintenance; security patrols.
Warehouse Fabricator
Douglass Colony
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Fabricated roofing materials and wall panels for commercial properties.
Education
Masters - School Counseling
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Colorado State University at Pueblo
Pueblo, CO05.2014
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Lamar Community College
Lamar, CO05.2011
High school or equivalent -
Eaglecrest High School
Centennial, CO05.2009
Skills
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Coaching and counseling techniques
- Student engagement strategies
- Effective communication skills
- Performance evaluation methods
- Leadership development and mentoring
- Writing proficiency
- General office management and computer skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
High School Teacher
Eaglecrest High School
01.2018 - Current
High School Boys Basketball Coach
Eaglecrest High School
11.2017 - Current
Caseworker
Jefferson County
08.2016 - 01.2018
CYSO 1
Gilliam Youth Service Center
10.2014 - 08.2016
Gate House Attendant
Palomino Park Resort
05.2014 - 10.2014
Warehouse Fabricator
Douglass Colony
06.2010 - 08.2010
Camp Director and Coach
Nothing But Net Basketball Academy
05.2009 - 07.2016
Masters - School Counseling
Adams State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Colorado State University at Pueblo
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Lamar Community College
High school or equivalent -
Eaglecrest High School