Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Work Preference
Accomplishments
Timeline
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James Bishop

James Bishop

Saint Clair,MI

Summary

Proactive Teacher and Head Varsity Football Coach with extensive experience in building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment. Expertise in interactive teaching methods, personalized coaching, and strategic game planning. Skilled in classroom management, athlete development, and collaborative team leadership. Hardworking Football Coach highly effective at building and managing successful programs. Skilled in selecting coaching staff, evaluating players and managing rigorous practice schedules to prepare for challenging games. Over 12 years of experience organizing and running an entire program. Energetic Leader & Coach versed in training and development strategies to transform athlete performance. Well-developed communication and problem-solving abilities. Applies cutting-edge coaching and development strategies to cultivate winning athletes. Skilled Coach specializing in building and overseeing school programs. Background includes classroom instruction and team management. Record-winning history as both player and coach. Considered valued asset in any team setting or program.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

East China School District
08.1992 - 01.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of over 120 individual student's progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Served as Department Chairperson within ELA Department.
  • Developed Content & Curriculum in ELA and Physical Education Department.

Head Varsity Football Coach

East China School District
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
  • Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
  • Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
  • Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
  • Organized fundraising events for budgetary support, allowing for increased resources and opportunities for the team.
  • Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw 10 coaches.
  • Enhanced game-day strategies by conducting thorough opponent analysis and scouting reports.
  • Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
  • Led team to multiple championship appearances by consistently reaching playoff berths throughout tenure.
  • Managed a program with 90 individuals split between two teams, and maintained various methods of communication with athletes and parents on a daily basis.

Head Varsity Football Coach

Richmond School District
06.2012 - 04.2017
  • Implemented effective game plans tailored to each opponent''s strengths and weaknesses, resulting in increased win ratios.
  • Adapted coaching style as needed for individual player needs, resulting in improved performance and increased player satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches and trainers to ensure comprehensive athlete support including injury prevention measures and rehabilitation plans if needed.
  • Managed approximately 20 to 30 emails, phone calls, and text messages per day from athletes, parents, vendors, recruiters and more.

Education

MBA - Education

Marygrove College
Detroit, MI
01.2002

Bachelor of Arts - English

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05.1991

Skills

  • Technical knowledge
  • Strength training
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Facility Management
  • Fundraising abilities
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Management
  • Media Relations
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Certification

  • Professional Teaching Certificate, State Board of Education - 1/11/23- 6/30/28
  • Certified Lifeguard, American Red Cross - Current certificate Expires June 2025
  • AED/CPR Training - retrained yearly.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Personal development programs4-day work weekWork-life balance

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved numerous league Championships and District Championships as a successful Coach.
  • Supervised team of 10 to 12 staff members per year.

Timeline

Head Varsity Football Coach

East China School District
01.2018 - 01.2024

Head Varsity Football Coach

Richmond School District
06.2012 - 04.2017

Educator

East China School District
08.1992 - 01.2024

MBA - Education

Marygrove College

Bachelor of Arts - English

Wayne State University

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