D. J. Wright
Palestine,Tx
Summary
To attain an AD/Head Football position in a Texas school district in order to help student-athletes develop their fullest potential as both athletes and as people. I believe athletics should be a source of pride for the community, and should help students build character and strong work ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Athletic Director/Defensive Coordinator
Palestine ISD
06.2019 - Current
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Ordered equipment for football, track , weight room and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
Assistant Athletic Director/Defensive Coordinator
Dalhart ISD
06.2015 - 05.2019
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dalhart ISD
06.2015 - 05.2019
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Reviewed and improved nutritional habits of team members.
Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator / Teacher
Jacksonville ISD
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed football summer programs, practice schedules and routines.
- Directed physical conditioning programs enabling athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Provided group and individual guidance on sports rules, game strategies and performance principles to achieve winning results.
Head Track Coach
Palestine High School
06.2009 - 05.2014
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Developed relationships with students to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator //Varsity Football Assistant Coach /Special Education Teacher
Palestine
06.2009 - 05.2014
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Varsity Football Assistant Coach / Teacher
Winona
06.2008 - 05.2009
- Head Basketball Coach
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
Varsity Football Assistant Coach / Teacher
Mineola
06.2004 - 05.2008
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK05.2003
High School Diploma -
Garland Naaman Forest High School
Garland, TX06.1996
Skills
- Staff Training
- Coordination of Facilities
- Athletic Program Development
- Coach Orientation
- Eligibility Requirements
- Event Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staff Recruiting
- Budget Management
- Team Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Team Leadership
- Risk Management
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Team Management
Certification
EC-12 Special Education
References
Lance Angel, Athletic Director, Palestine I.S.D., 903-517-9666 JJ Johnson, Athletic Director, Sweetwater I.S.D, 903-922-2407 Dr. William Stewart, Principal, Greenville I.S.D, 972-351-6107
Timeline
Assistant Athletic Director/Defensive Coordinator
Palestine ISD
06.2019 - Current
Assistant Athletic Director/Defensive Coordinator
Dalhart ISD
06.2015 - 05.2019
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dalhart ISD
06.2015 - 05.2019
Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator / Teacher
Jacksonville ISD
06.2014 - 05.2015
Head Track Coach
Palestine High School
06.2009 - 05.2014
Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator //Varsity Football Assistant Coach /Special Education Teacher
Palestine
06.2009 - 05.2014
Varsity Football Assistant Coach / Teacher
Winona
06.2008 - 05.2009
Varsity Football Assistant Coach / Teacher
Mineola
06.2004 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma -
Garland Naaman Forest High School
EC-12 Special Education
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