Demetrius Morris
Tallahassee
Summary
Dynamic Athletic Director with a proven track record at Tallahassee School of Math and Science, enhancing student engagement by 25% through innovative program development. Expert in financial budgeting and compliance, I excel in collaborative strategic planning and effective communication, ensuring successful implementation of athlete development initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
Tallahassee
01.2021 - Current
- Created and established a comprehensive sports program encompassing events like Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Football.
- Developed and launched innovative programs including financial literacy club, NIL preparedness club, and E-Sports resulting in a 25% yearly rise in student engagement.
- Achieved a $10,000 yearly sports budget by coordinating fundraising activities and attracting sponsors.
- Created annual sports schedules for planning various events.
- Managed the development and maintenance of athletic facilities, ensuring safety and compliance standards.
Physical Education Lead Teacher
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
Tallahassee
01.2021 - Current
- Responsible for teaching K-8th grade students for 3-5 class periods per day, ensuring that I follow Florida Department of Education standards and develop curriculum appropriate for each grade.
- Led instruction sessions for enhanced physical fitness.
- Responsible for the supervision of all students, the school population is over 550 students.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Head Basketball Coach
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
Tallahassee
01.2021 - Current
- Responsible for coaching, conditioning, and training the boys and girls basketball teams
- Responsible for teaching the athletes good sportsmanship during, before, and after games.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Developed fundraising strategies to support team expenses and equipment needs.
Teacher - AmeriCorps
Metropolitan Ministries
Tampa
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Summer Placement for an undergraduate degree.
- Lead teacher for students in grades K-12 who resided at the shelter within Metropolitan Ministries, Tampa Bay.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Head Basketball Coach
Reach One
Tallahassee
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for away games, ensuring logistics are efficiently managed.
- Responsible for coaching, conditioning, and training the boys basketball team
- Responsible for the supervision of both teams during practice, games, and traveling.
- Responsible for recruiting and developing the team.
- Responsible for teaching the athletes good sportsmanship during, before, and after games.
Head Basketball Coach
4Real Sports
Tampa
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Engaged with the community through outreach programs, clinics, and promotional events.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Responsible for coaching, conditioning, and training the boys basketball team
- Planned trips for away games; coordinated transportation, lodging, meals.
- Ensured compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations related to recruiting prospective student athletes.
Education
M.S. - Sports Management
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL08-2024
B.S. - Health, Physical Education/Fitness
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL08-2020
Skills
- Program Development
- Financial Budgeting
- Fundraising Expertise
- Collaborative Strategic Planning
- Compliance
- Effective Communication
- Knowledge of sports and rules
- Employee Coaching
- Safety compliance
- Program implementation
Timeline
Athletic Director
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
01.2021 - Current
Physical Education Lead Teacher
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
01.2021 - Current
Head Basketball Coach
Tallahassee School of Math and Science
01.2021 - Current
Teacher - AmeriCorps
Metropolitan Ministries
01.2020 - 12.2020
Head Basketball Coach
Reach One
01.2017 - 12.2020
Head Basketball Coach
4Real Sports
01.2014 - 12.2017
M.S. - Sports Management
Florida A&M University
B.S. - Health, Physical Education/Fitness
Florida A&M University
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