Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Lake Hamilton Middle School, excelling in conflict resolution and parental communication. Successfully fostered a positive campus culture, enhancing student engagement and collaboration. Developed training programs as Head 7th Grade Track Coach, promoting sportsmanship and respect among athletes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students, Coach, Teacher
Lake Hamilton Middle School
Pearcy, AR
08.2019 - Current
Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
Kept an organized record of attendance and disciplinary actions for principals, parents, and faculty.
Served on the Response to Intervention committee working closely with principals, social workers, and counselors to identify students and families in need of assistance.
Developed strategies to improve student behavior and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
Physical Education Teacher, Coach
Lake Hamilton Prmary, Elementary, & Middle Schools
Pearcy, AR
08.2012 - 06.2017
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
Developed and directed Elementary fitness challenge called Running Wolves Across America.
Served as a coach for Middle School Track and Field, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
Teacher, Coach
Lake Hamilton School District
Lake Hamilton Junior High
08.2003 - 06.2012
Taught Civics and Economics to 9th graders using story-telling, collaborative groups and intensive vocabulary immersion.
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance in basketball. Won Basketball State Championship in 2009.
Built strong, cohesive track and field teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment. We were the Junior High Conference Champions 6 years in a row.
Teacher
Tuckerman School District
Tuckerman, AR
08.2002 - 06.2003
Taught 7th Grade Health and 11th Grade Environmental Science
Developed and taught the first K-6 Elementary Physical Education Program at Tuckerman.
Directed the Little Dribblers program with Kindergarten students. We performed at the High School home games to the Globe Trotters theme song.
Directed and ran the 3-on-3 basketball league for the youth in grades 1-6.
Teacher, Coach
Russellville School District
Russellville, AR
08.2000 - 06.2002
Taught 9th grade Environmental Science and 9th grade Health Education.
Coached Volleyball, Basketball and Track. We were Volleyball Conference Champions in 2000 and Conference Runner-up in 2001.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons in the classroom and on the court that connected subject matter across multiple curriculums, leading to deeper understanding of concepts for students. These were the first years Russellville had two athletic teams on campus (East and West)
Education
Master of Science - Building Level Administrator
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
05-1998
Skills
Parental communication
Student engagement
Conflict resolution
Student development
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Timeline
Dean of Students, Coach, Teacher
Lake Hamilton Middle School
08.2019 - Current
Physical Education Teacher, Coach
Lake Hamilton Prmary, Elementary, & Middle Schools
08.2012 - 06.2017
Teacher, Coach
Lake Hamilton School District
08.2003 - 06.2012
Teacher
Tuckerman School District
08.2002 - 06.2003
Teacher, Coach
Russellville School District
08.2000 - 06.2002
Master of Science - Building Level Administrator
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
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