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Brian Bauer

Brian Bauer

Professional Administrator
Huntersville,NC

Summary

An experienced leader with a growth mindset as well as the ideal blend of skills, knowledge and experience necessary to thrive in a challenging leadership role. I am eager to apply my strengths developed through a career of leading young people in various schools and athletic programs to a rewarding role focused on the development and success of a team or organization.

Work History

Football Manager

East Carolina University
  • Coordinated logistics for travel to away games, ensuring timely arrival and proper accommodations for all team members.
  • Fostered a positive team culture by encouraging open communication between coaches, players, and support staff.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.

Assistant Football Coach

St. Anselm College / Villanova University
  • Contributed to the development of a cohesive team environment through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Assisted in monitoring academic progress of student-athletes, emphasizing importance of balancing sports commitments with educational pursuits.
  • Enhanced player performance by implementing tailored offensive line strategies and techniques.
  • Assisted in designing and executing practice drills for continuous skill improvement among players.
  • Facilitated film study sessions with players to dissect opponents'' tactics as well as review individual performances from previous games.
  • Supported overall team success by assisting with recruitment efforts, identifying talented prospects for the program.
  • Collaborated with head coach to develop game plans and strategize upcoming opponents'' weaknesses.
  • Analyzed game footage to pinpoint areas of improvement for individual players and the offensive line as a whole.

Varsity Football Coach

East Columbus High School / E.A. Laney High School
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players by modeling positive behavior and holding them accountable to high standards.
  • Collaborated with school administration to secure necessary resources for team success, including funding, facilities, and equipment.
  • Cultivated relationships with college coaches to provide opportunities for player recruitment and scholarships.
  • Fostered an environment of collaboration amongst coaching staff members resulting in more innovative plays.
  • Developed a playbook that maximized offensive efficiency while minimizing defensive vulnerabilities.
  • Maintained open communication channels with parents to address concerns regarding their child''s progress within the football program effectively.
  • Established a winning culture by setting high standards for professionalism, discipline, and commitment both on and off the field.
  • Increased team morale with motivational speeches, fostering a positive atmosphere among players and staff.
  • Developed players'' skills for improved on-field results through focused practice sessions and individualized feedback.
  • Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
  • Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.

Dean of Students

E.a. Laney High School
  • Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
  • Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
  • Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
  • Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
  • Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
  • Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
  • Implemented proactive measures to prevent incidents of bullying or harassment within the school community.
  • Fostered ethical behavior among students by promoting values-based education initiatives.

Assistant Principal

North Brunswick, E.a. Laney, Lake Norman Charter
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
  • Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Managed staff recruitment and hiring processes, ensuring selection of highly qualified educational professionals.

Athletic Director

The Brawley School
06.2023 - Current
  • Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
  • Mentored coaches on best practices in leadership, communication, and sportsmanship to enhance their skills and impact on athletes.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
  • Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
  • Championed the importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off the field, setting a strong example for athletes to follow.
  • Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts for athletic department through targeted campaigns and community partnerships.
  • Increased student participation in sports programs with engaging recruitment initiatives and informative presentations.
  • Negotiated equipment contracts, resulting in cost savings for the athletic department without compromising quality.
  • Established strong working relationships with parents through regular communication about athlete progress and upcoming events.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed budgets to ensure financial stability and resource optimization for athletic programs.
  • Led athletic department to multiple regional championships by strategizing and improving recruitment processes.
  • Launched digital platforms for ticket sales and fan engagement, modernizing department's approach.
  • Established culture of excellence and integrity among athletes and coaches, aligning with institution's values.
  • Streamlined game-day operations, enhancing experience for fans, athletes, and staff.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
  • Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.

Education

Master of Arts - School Administration

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Skills

  • Creative vision
  • Problem-solving
  • Motivational skills
  • Athletic program development
  • Recruiting both staff & athletes
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Student-athlete morale and welfare
  • Academic support
  • Eligibility requirements
  • Scheduling & Coordination of facilities
  • Team Leadership, Coaching & mentoring
  • Budget management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal setting
  • Public speaking
  • Professional demeanor

Software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook)

Google (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)

Additional Information

As a Christian, I have complete faith in God and an ever growing personal testimony of Luke 1:37 "For nothing will be impossible with God" and I hope my living example will shine his light on all whom I am blessed to know. I am a passionate and fiercely loyal, lifelong coach who is well qualified and destined to thrive as your Director of Football Operations. In addition to all that is listed above, I bring to the program a background that includes a team first approach, superior interpersonal skills who embraces the importance and significance in being trusted to make strategic and often independent decisions. I have a strong knowledge base about Division I athletics and experience with NCAA rules and have previously passed the NCAA recruiting test.

Certification

Certified North Carolina School Principal

Affiliations

  • American Football Coaches Association (formerly)

Quote

"A winner is a dreamer who never gives up"
Nelson Mandela
Brian BauerProfessional Administrator