Jason Bigeni
New Hyde Park
Summary
Dynamic Athletic Director with a creative vision and proven success at St. John's Preparatory School. Expert in athletic department services and compliance monitoring, fostering strong relationships with athletes and staff. Achieved budget adherence while enhancing program quality, demonstrating leadership and commitment to student development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2022 - Current
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
- Organized and oversaw special events such signing day, basketball reunion, court naming ceremnony.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
- Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
Teacher
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - Current
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Prepared students for New York State Regents Exams, PSAT's and SAT exams.
- Courses taught: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Global History 9, Global History 10, Economics, Physiology, Sociology, Health, American Government
Athletic Coach
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - 06.2019
- Promote the highest standard of fair play and sportsmanship.
- Monitored student academic performance standards.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Established strong working relationships with news media outlets, school administration and team parents.
- Coordinated events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Teams coached:
- Varsity Baseball Head Coach October 2000- June 2019
- JV Boys Basketball Head Coach September 2010-June 2017
Freshman Dean of Students
St. John's Preparatory School
09.2003 - 06.2013
- Administrator for all Freshman Students
- Enforce school policies and communicate back to Principal and Vice Principals
- Work closely with students who require behavior modification and discuss concerns with their teachers and parents
- Conduct Freshman Information Night for all new students and families
- Organize, schedule, and facilitate Freshman Class Trip and programs, such as Freshman Lock-In
Club Moderator
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - 06.2013
- Supervised students in afterschool activities, including trips and volunteering at local charities
- Organizing and scheduling regular outings
- Clubs Moderated:
- Campus Life- September 2002-June 2007
- Italian Heritage Club -September 2000-2004
- Intramural Football-September 2005-2010
- Intramural Bowling-September 2004-2013
Education
No Degree - Special Education And Reading
Touro College
New York (City), NYMaster of Science - Education- Curriculum, Instruction And Assessment
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College
Flushing, NY06-2000
Skills
- Creative vision
- Athletic department services
- Athlete orientations
- Compliance monitoring
Timeline
Athletic Director
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2022 - Current
Freshman Dean of Students
St. John's Preparatory School
09.2003 - 06.2013
Teacher
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - Current
Athletic Coach
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - 06.2019
Club Moderator
St. John's Preparatory School
10.2000 - 06.2013
No Degree - Special Education And Reading
Touro College
Master of Science - Education- Curriculum, Instruction And Assessment
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College