Cooper Bilbrey
Amarillo
Summary
Dynamic and motivated Athletic Director with four years of coaching and teaching experience, seeking to leverage my expertise in sports management and educational leadership to foster a positive athletic environment. Committed to promoting student-athlete development, enhancing athletic programs, and creating a culture of teamwork and sportsmanship. Adept at building strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to ensure the success and growth of athletic initiatives. Ready to contribute strategic vision and hands-on leadership to elevate the athletic department to new heights. Equipped with natural ability to inspire and guide others toward achieving their goals. Have demonstrated understanding of effective coaching methodologies and have a strong foundation in communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to fostering growth and development, leading to meaningful and lasting impact.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coach/Teacher
River Road Middle School
07.2021 - Current
- Hudl Video Coordinator
- Coach Junior High football, basketball, and girls and boys 7-12 Shot Put (1 Year)
- JV Defensive Coordinator (3 Years) and Varsity Football Defensive Line Coach (2 Years)
- Girls Basketball Varsity First Assistant (2 Years)
- Baseball JV Head Coach and Varsity Outfielders Coach (3 Years)
- Varsity Softball First Assistant (1 Year)
- December 7th, 2023 THSCA Coach of the Week for Varsity Girls Basketball
- Teach 7th Grade Texas History
- Teach 12th Grade Government and Economics
- Teach High School Physical Education
- 2023-2024 River Road Middle School Campus Leadership Team
Instructional Assistant/Parent Engagement Coordinator
Wolflin Elementary
08.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: Amarillo Independent School District
- Helped meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom
- Assisted with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs
- Served as the liaison between school and parents, relaying the needs of one to the other; educated teachers and staff on how to communicate and work effectively with parents as equal partners; advised and trained parents on how to address issues with the leadership staff in school meetings; served as a school-based intermediary contact for concerns and comments made by parents and community members; provided referrals to community-based services for families; expanded opportunities for continued learning, voluntary community service and civic participation; developed community collaborations; promoted sharing of power with parents as decision-makers; helped parents understand the educational system so they can become better advocates for their children's education; maintained parent resource centers (where applicable)
- Amarillo Independent School District
Extended School Day Tutor
Ridgecrest Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Company Overview: Amarillo Independent School District
- Assist with leadership of elementary student groups in order to improve academic achievement for students
- This position is supplemental to locally funded positions
- Amarillo Independent School District
Head Football Equipment Manager
West Texas A&M Football Team
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Organize football locker room
- Efficiently repair and replace equipment such as helmets
- Place equipment for practices in certain spots on the practice field
- Help with running drills during practice
- Do player laundry
- Help with recruiting trips
- Help with the setup of the field for game days
Education
Master's Degree - Sports Management
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, Texas05.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Sports Exercise Science
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, Texas08.2019
High School Diploma -
Clarendon High School
Clarendon, Texas05.2016
Skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Technology skills
- Effective communication
- Team development
- Motivational leadership style
- Building relationships
- Athlete development
- Safety awareness
- Team Training
- Sports rules
- Ethics and integrity
- Coaching techniques
- Game strategy development
- Program leadership
- Staff development
Accomplishments
December 7th, 2023 THSCA Coach of the Week for Varsity Girls Basketball
2023-2024 River Road Middle School Campus Leadership Team
2022 THSCA R.O.C.K. Mentoring Program
2022-2023 THSCA Brand Ambassador
Certification
- 115 Mathematics 4-8, 05/25/21
- Texas Teachers Candidate, Currently obtaining
- 232 Social Studies 7-12 Composite, Currently obtaining
- Letter of Eligibility, 05/26/21
- 2022 THSCA R.O.C.K. Mentoring Program, 2022-2023
- 2022 THSCA Brand Ambassador, 2022-2023
2023-2024 River Road Middle School Campus Leadership Team
During my time on the Campus Leadership Team, we spent countless hours coming up with new ideas, traditions, and procedures to make our middle school campus improve.
Timeline
Coach/Teacher
River Road Middle School
07.2021 - Current
Instructional Assistant/Parent Engagement Coordinator
Wolflin Elementary
08.2020 - Current
Extended School Day Tutor
Ridgecrest Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
Head Football Equipment Manager
West Texas A&M Football Team
08.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Sports Exercise Science
West Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
Clarendon High School
- 115 Mathematics 4-8, 05/25/21
- Texas Teachers Candidate, Currently obtaining
- 232 Social Studies 7-12 Composite, Currently obtaining
- Letter of Eligibility, 05/26/21
- 2022 THSCA R.O.C.K. Mentoring Program, 2022-2023
- 2022 THSCA Brand Ambassador, 2022-2023
Master's Degree - Sports Management
West Texas A&M University
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