James Mayes
Grayson,LA
Summary
Dedicated Baseball Coach passionate about game and successful leading high-quality program. Effective at collaborating with team, families and other coaches to enable fun, challenging and well-supported competitions. Outstanding scout and recruiter. Hardworking Coach well-versed in coordinating and overseeing drills, scrimmages and practices to cultivate player skill-building and game preparation. Demonstrating strong knowledge of game fundamentals and strategy, honed across 3 years of experience in coaching environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Coaching Assistant
Caldwell Parish School Board
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Football Coach
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
Columbia, LA
Jun.2017 - Oct.2017
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, providing a safe environment for players during practice and games.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviors.
- Planned and oversaw team football camps to develop new players.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Monitored student-athlete academic progress, providing support when needed to maintain eligibility.
- Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries and strengthen muscles.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas and improved performance through individual practicing.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.
- Implemented strength-training regimens tailored to specific positions for optimal performance gains on the field.
Baseball Coach
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented advanced video analysis techniques to identify areas of improvement for players, resulting in higher batting averages and fielding success rates.
- Offered constructive feedback to players to help reach goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize player success.
- Implemented injury prevention measures such as proper stretching techniques and warm-up exercises, reducing instances of player injuries during the season dramatically.
- Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success, and personal performance with adaptability.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Created a positive team environment, fostering strong relationships among players and coaching staff.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Maintained accurate record keeping of all player statistics, using data-driven insights to inform coaching decisions and strategy adjustments during games.
- Increased defensive efficiency by conducting thorough scouting reports on opposing teams and adjusting game strategies accordingly.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Assisted with field maintenance tasks, ensuring the playing surface was consistently safe and well-groomed for all practices and games.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices and strategies for enhancing player performance on the field.
- Fostered a culture of accountability and responsibility among players, resulting in fewer disciplinary issues and increased team cohesion.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Substitute Teacher
Caldwell Parish School Board
09.2019 - Current
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Night Manager/Courtesy Clerk/Stocker
McLawrence Foods Columbia
05.2018 - Current
- Processed customer orders quickly and accurately to meet dispatch targets.
- Guided and motivated night team by establishing and communicating responsibilities and duties to each team member.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering open communication, providing constructive feedback, recognizing outstanding performance, and mentoring new hires.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Social Studies, 6-12)
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe05.2017
High School Diploma -
Caldwell Parish High School
Columbia05.2011
Skills
- Athlete safety
- Player Assessments
- Rules and regulations
- Offensive and defensive strategy
- Attention to Detail
- Scouting Opponents
Accomplishments
Helped with Head Baseball Coach and Assistant Baseball Coach in focusing and improving mechanics of players to drastically improve results including earned run average, batting average, hitting power and contact.
Hobby
While watching sports, I look for nuances in play results and play development. I critique even my own defensive line coaching strategies and incorporate new strategies and adjustments as I am coaching and make suggestions to coaches about a particular issue an athlete is having.
Timeline
Baseball Coach
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
01.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Caldwell Parish School Board
09.2019 - Current
Night Manager/Courtesy Clerk/Stocker
McLawrence Foods Columbia
05.2018 - Current
Teacher/Coaching Assistant
Caldwell Parish School Board
08.2017 - 10.2017
Football Coach
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
Jun.2017 - Oct.2017
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Social Studies, 6-12)
University of Louisiana At Monroe
High School Diploma -
Caldwell Parish High School
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