Chris Buckhalter
Cairo,GA
Summary
A passionate baseball coach dedicated to leading a high-quality program and achieving success in the game. Skilled at collaborating with team members, families, and other coaches to create fun, challenging, and well-supported competitions. An excellent scout and recruiter. A hardworking coach who is experienced in coordinating and overseeing drills, scrimmages, and practices to help players develop their skills and prepare for games. They possess a strong knowledge of game fundamentals and strategy, which has been honed over 25 years of coaching experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Grady County Schools
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Director of Football Operations
Grady County Board Of Education
06.2022 - Current
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and optimizing processes.
- Reduced operational costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, including coaches, players, sponsors, and media partners.
- Oversaw the successful organization of numerous events, including games, tournaments, fundraisers, and community outreach initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between coaching staff, players, and administration to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Monitored player academic progress to ensure compliance with NCAA eligibility requirements and maintain program integrity.
Head Middle School Baseball Coach
Grady County Board Of Education
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program in Flint River league.
- Created a positive team environment, fostering strong relationships among players and coaching staff.
- Established a successful recruitment pipeline that attracted talented athletes from local feeder schools into the baseball program.
- Enhanced communication between coaching staff and parents by implementing regular meetings and newsletters detailing team updates and achievements.
- Developed custom workout routines for players that increased overall strength, speed, and agility.
- Conducted 5 practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
- Exercised effective communication with members of community and team, acting as liaison and public face for organization.
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Thomas County Board Of Education
01.2016 - 05.2022
- Supported academic success of athletes through monitoring their study hall hours ensuring they were meeting required standards.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities within the local community promoting a culture of service amongst studentathletes.
- Facilitated smooth game-day operations by managing event staff assignments, ticket sales procedures, and facility maintenance tasks.
- Supported the Athletic Director in various daily tasks, allowing them to effectively balance their workload and focus on strategic initiatives.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of awards ceremonies recognizing athletic achievements and accomplishments.
- Assisted in the coordination of sports events, ensuring seamless execution and positive experiences for all participants.
- Maintained effective communication between coaches, student-athletes, parents, and administrators, fostering a positive environment within the athletic program.
Associate Baseball Scout, Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Reds
08.2005 - 01.2019
- Developed strong leadership qualities in scouts through mentoring, coaching, and hands-on experience.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing group projects and fostering open communication among members.
- Enhanced scouting experience by staying updated with recent developments in the organization, participating in professional development trainings, and incorporating new ideas into troop activities.
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Thomas County Board Of Education
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Enhanced team performance by implementing innovative coaching strategies and techniques for pitchers.
- Assisted in fundraising efforts for the baseball program, increasing community support and financial resources available for the team.
- Provided guidance on college recruitment process for graduating seniors, helping them secure opportunities at collegiate level.
- Evaluated player performance through video analysis, offering constructive feedback for improvement.
Baseball Instructor
Clutch Sports Performance
03.2012 - 05.2016
- Created and organized progressive training program for each specific position.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout season.
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and travel ball organization
- Performed preliminary screening and hiring processes to encourage candidate compatibility with team and role.
Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Miller County Board Of Education
03.2010 - 05.2015
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and practice sessions.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as scheduling games, coordinating transportation, and tracking athlete eligibility status.
- Implemented data-driven assessments of player performance using advanced metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained open lines of communication with school administration, addressing any concerns or logistical issues proactively for seamless program operations.
- Achieved consistent winning records throughout seasons as Head Varsity Baseball Coach due to strong leadership abilities combined with expert knowledge of the game.
Education
Educational Leadership Tier 1 - Education
Thomas University
Thomasville, GA06.2024
Specialist of Education - Health And Physical Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA06.2019
Master of Science - Education
Troy University
Troy, AL12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA05.2004
Skills
- Hitting techniques
- Strength conditioning
- Pitching mechanics
- Facility Management
- Injury Prevention
- Rules knowledge
- Game strategy
- Performance Analysis
- Alumni engagement
- Academic Support
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Grady County Schools
06.2022 - Current
Director of Football Operations
Grady County Board Of Education
06.2022 - Current
Head Middle School Baseball Coach
Grady County Board Of Education
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Thomas County Board Of Education
08.2017 - 05.2018
Assistant to the Athletic Director
Thomas County Board Of Education
01.2016 - 05.2022
Baseball Instructor
Clutch Sports Performance
03.2012 - 05.2016
Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Miller County Board Of Education
03.2010 - 05.2015
Associate Baseball Scout, Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Reds
08.2005 - 01.2019
Educational Leadership Tier 1 - Education
Thomas University
Specialist of Education - Health And Physical Education
Valdosta State University
Master of Science - Education
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
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