Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Christopher Horton

Columbus,Georgia

Summary

Highly motivated teacher and coach with extensive knowledge of establishing a student centered athletic program. Looking to be a role model for young athletes and a community leader.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach/Head JV Basketball Coach

Shaw High School
10.2022 - Current

Served as the Assistant Varsity Coach and Head Jv Basketball Coach

  • Strengthened players'' skills by providing individualized attention and instruction during practices.
  • Enhanced team visibility by maintaining an updated team website and engaging with supporters through social media channels.
  • Supported student-athletes in their academic endeavors by emphasizing the importance of balancing academics with athletics.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents/guardians of athletes to foster an open line of communication regarding player progress both on the court and academically.

Track and Field Coach

Shaw High School
02.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated athlete progress regularly, adjusting training plans as needed to optimize results over time.
  • Enhanced team cohesion through regular communication and collaboration among athletes and coaching staff.
  • Promoted a healthy lifestyle among athletes, modeling proper nutrition and exercise habits for optimal performance and wellbeing.
  • Emphasized the importance of academics alongside athletics, ensuring students maintained satisfactory grades while participating in sports activities.

Special Education Co-Teacher

Shaw High School
10.2022 - Current

Co-Teach Physical Science at Shaw High School

  • Enhanced classroom engagement by providing individualized support and accommodations for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop lesson plans that catered to a wide range of learning styles.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, achievements, and challenges using various data collection tools.
  • Encouraged parental involvement in their child''s education through regular communication about progress updates.

Head Middle School Boys' Basketball Coach/Substitute Teacher

Brookstone School
03.2021 - 04.2022

WON THE SOUTHWEST DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIP with a 10-3 Record

  • Acted as a positive role model for team participants and in the community.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.

Student Assistant Coach

Midland Middle School
01.2016 - 03.2018

Served as the Student Coach for Midland Middle School. During my time at Columbus State University.

  • Provided individualized instruction for athletes, focusing on skill development and technique refinement.
  • Strengthened communication between players and coaches, fostering a positive team environment.
  • Managed equipment inventory and distribution, maintaining optimal condition of gear for student-athlete safety and performance.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
2021

High School Diploma -

Shaw High School
Columbus, GA
2015

Skills

  • Extensive sports knowledge
  • Motivational techniques
  • Team building
  • Responsible and reliable
  • Excellent Leadership Skills
  • Special Education
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Positive Role Model
  • Strong Mentoring Ability
  • Coaching Experience
  • Team Operations
  • Highly Motivated
  • Strong Organizational Skills

Accomplishments

  • Teaching
  • Shaw High School New Teacher of the Year
  • Basketball
  • 2022 Middle School Southwest Division Championship
  • Nike Basketball Camps
  • Columbus State Alumni
  • Track
  • Had Multiple Players Make State for High Jump

Timeline

Track and Field Coach

Shaw High School
02.2023 - Current

Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach/Head JV Basketball Coach

Shaw High School
10.2022 - Current

Special Education Co-Teacher

Shaw High School
10.2022 - Current

Head Middle School Boys' Basketball Coach/Substitute Teacher

Brookstone School
03.2021 - 04.2022

Student Assistant Coach

Midland Middle School
01.2016 - 03.2018

Master of Arts - Special Education

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Columbus State University

High School Diploma -

Shaw High School
Christopher Horton