Darryl Free
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record in leadership roles and team collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional time management skills and thrives in high-pressure environments. Known for a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed, always seeking opportunities for personal growth and supporting the development of others.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Headmaster
Hooper Academy
Hope Hull, AL
04.2023 - Current
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Balanced extracurricular offerings with academic priorities, ensuring a well-rounded education experience for all students involved.
- Upheld high ethical standards in all aspects of school operations, setting a strong example for faculty, staff, and students alike.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Maintained operations in compliance with school standards and within limitations of budget guidelines.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the school community through targeted programming and staff training.
- Led successful accreditation efforts, ensuring compliance with state regulations and maintaining high-quality standards across all areas of operation.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
Teacher/Coach
Edgewood Academy
Elmore, AL
06.2017 - 04.2023
- Administered budget and documented expenses.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Instilled discipline and the principles of good sportsmanship in all players.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept records on athletic equipment inventory.
Co-Offensive Coordinator & Head Basketball Coach/ Teacher (Career Prep)
W.S. Neal High School
East Brewton, Alabama
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked to implement gameplans on weekly basis with other coaches.
- Worked to promote a change in the culture and instill a sense of accomplishment and worthiness.
- Planned and executed all aspects of the Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball program.
- Evaluated, planned, and executed gym and basketball equipment improvements.
Athletic Director/ Head Basketball/Head Football Coach
Edgewood Academy
Elmore, Alabama
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective players through effective direction, communication and mentoring.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and game strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Instilled discipline and the principles of good sportsmanship in all players.
- In charge of all scouting and creating game plans for current and upcoming opponents.
- Promoted our team and institution to potential players and athletes throughout the community.
- Oversaw all budgeting and facility improvements/upkeep.
Teacher/Coach
Glenwood School
Phenix City, AL
05.2011 - 05.2017
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Acquired a general knowledge of program curriculum and detailed knowledge of assigned courses.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Education
Master's - Sports Management
Troy University
Troy, ALB.A. -
Southern New Hampshire University
Skills
- Team leadership
- Budgeting and finance
- Athletic program development
- Athletic training and coaching
- Coordination of facilities
- Staff training
- Leadership development
- Competitive
- Self-motivated
- Promotions and marketing strategies
- Parent communication
- Student behavior management
- Strategic leadership
- Program improvements
- Resource utilization
- Budget administration
Accomplishments
- 2018-2019 AISA 2A Football Coach of the Year
- 2018-2019 & 2019-2020 Elmore County Basketball Coach of the Year (All Classifications)
- 2x AISA All Star Basketball Coach
- 4x State Champion
- 2019 Chairman’s Award for Best All Around Athletic Department
- 2024 Chairman's Award for Best All Around Athletic Department
Timeline
Headmaster
Hooper Academy
04.2023 - Current
Co-Offensive Coordinator & Head Basketball Coach/ Teacher (Career Prep)
W.S. Neal High School
06.2020 - 06.2021
Teacher/Coach
Edgewood Academy
06.2017 - 04.2023
Athletic Director/ Head Basketball/Head Football Coach
Edgewood Academy
06.2017 - 06.2020
Teacher/Coach
Glenwood School
05.2011 - 05.2017
Master's - Sports Management
Troy University
B.A. -
Southern New Hampshire University