Buford Payne
Groveport,OH
Summary
Dynamic coaching professional with extensive experience at Franklin Heights High School, excelling in athlete mentorship and effective leadership. Proven track record in developing competitive strategies and fostering teamwork, while enhancing skill development. Adept at building relationships and promoting sportsmanship, ensuring athletes thrive both on and off the field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Franklin Heights High School
Columbus, OH
03.2005 - Current
- Mentored athletes in technique refinement and competitive strategies.
- Championed a culture of sportsmanship and respect by modeling appropriate behavior and holding athletes accountable for their actions.
- Contributed to the program's overall success by consistently working in collaboration with the head coach and fellow assistant coaches towards shared goals.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of track meets, ensuring seamless event coordination and logistics.
7th Grade Intervention Specialist
Canal Winchester Middle School
Canal Winchester, OH
08.2002 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance instructional strategies for at-risk students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data analysis.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff to ensure cohesive support.
Assistant High School Football Coach
Franklin Heights High School
Columbus, OH
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game plans and optimize team performance.
- Mentored student-athletes, fostering personal growth and teamwork principles.
- Evaluated player progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and areas for improvement in team strategy.
- Coached defensive backs
Assistant Football Coach
Canal Winchester High School
Canal Winchester, OH
06.2007 - 11.2007
- Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance team performance and skill development.
- Assisted the head coach in strategic game planning and opponent analysis for competitive advantage.
- Mentored student-athletes, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth on and off the field.
- Coordinated player evaluations to identify strengths and areas for improvement in individual skills.
- Coached the freshman and varsity defensive backs.
Head Middle School Football Coach
Canal Winchester Middle School
Canal Winchester, OH
08.2002 - 10.2006
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for student-athletes, enhancing skill development and team performance.
- Mentored young athletes in sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline, promoting positive attitudes on and off the field.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop a cohesive football program.
- Played an active role in the formation of athletes as respectful individuals both within the team sport context as well as in their daily lives.
Education
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Services
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Intervention Education K-12
Capital University
Columbus, OH05-2002
Skills
- Coaching experience
- Effective leadership
- Mentoring athletes
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- 15 years of track and field state qualifiers
- Coached 2007 Division 1 300-meter hurdles state champion, Hauna Dawkins.
- Coached the 2015 Division 1 state qualifying 1600-meter relay.
- Coached 2023 Division 1 2nd place in state meet long jumper, Richmond Honkpo.
Timeline
Assistant High School Football Coach
Franklin Heights High School
06.2008 - 11.2011
Assistant Football Coach
Canal Winchester High School
06.2007 - 11.2007
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Franklin Heights High School
03.2005 - Current
7th Grade Intervention Specialist
Canal Winchester Middle School
08.2002 - Current
Head Middle School Football Coach
Canal Winchester Middle School
08.2002 - 10.2006
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Services
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - Intervention Education K-12
Capital University