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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
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
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
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
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
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, AL

B.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

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