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Jason Couch

Alma,MI

Summary

I have developed a successful football program that has won multiple championships in an extremely competitive league. I have built strong, positive, trusting relationships with hundreds of young men and staff members. I will use similar team-building and mentoring programs to build an athletic program that follows Alma College’s mission statement and core values while competing for championships.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Football Coach

Alma College
01.2018 - Current
  • Increased team GPA from 2.63 to 3.17
  • Increased diversity on the football team from 8.9% to 22.2%
  • 2 Conference Championships
  • .672 Winning Percentage - 3rd All-Time in Alma College History (20 games or more)
  • Increased roster size by 32%
  • Built strong relationships with alumni base leading to increased donor involvement supporting facility upgrades.
  • Mentored coaching staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring alignment with program goals.
  • Emphasized character development in athletes through teaching responsibility, accountability, hard work, respect for others, leadership skills that extend beyond the field of play.
  • Coordinated Multiple Cancer Games
  • Coordinated Multiple Veterans Day Games
  • Coordinated Scotland Trip
  • 6 Year RAC Member
  • 2-Time Regional Coach of the Year
  • Won First Ever College Playoff Game
  • AFCA Member
  • Successfully recruited over our admissions goal every year.

Co-Head Football Coach

Romeo Community Schools
08.2001 - 01.2018
  • State Champions 2015
  • State Semifinalist 2016
  • Regional Coach of the Year 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Macomb County Coach of the Year 2005, 2006, 2010, 2016
  • Detroit Lions Coach of the Year 2015
  • Conference Coach of the Year 2005, 2006, 2010
  • Macomb County Team of the Year 2010, 2015
  • 14 Consecutive Playoff Appearances
  • Developed community outreach programs, fostering local support and engagement.
  • Steve Spicer Memorial Team Leadership Award (Community Service) 2009, 2012, 2024,2017
  • Youth Football Camp Director
  • Weight Room/Conditioning Supervisor
  • Senior Retreat Host
  • “Watchdog” Cancer Awareness Coordinator
  • 5 Conference Championships
  • Moved from the 3rd division in the Macomb Area Conference to the top division
  • Emma Award 2009- Romeo Chamber of Commerce Extraordinary Member Merit and Achievement: Excellence in Teaching and Mentoring
  • .689 Winning Percentage

Teacher and Administrator

Romeo Community Schools
06.2001 - 01.2018
  • 2 years as Assistant Principal
  • 2010 State of Michigan Teacher of the Year Nominee
  • 2011 Macomb County Teacher of the Year
  • As administrator, I was responsible to oversee and mentor staff, assisting them with management strategies.
  • Link Program Coordinator. Created a system of mentorship within the school for upperclassmen to help ease the transition for freshmen.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated classroom environments that promoted student collaboration and critical thinking.
  • Assessed student performance regularly to tailor instruction and enhance learning outcomes.

Teacher and Assistant Football Coach

Troy High School
09.1999 - 06.2001

Social Studies Teacher

  • Taught in a diverse classroom environment while designing and engaging lesson plans tailored to all learning styles.

Assistant Varsity Football Coach

  • Offensive and Defensive Line Coach
  • Head Strength Coach

Teacher and Coach

Merrill Community Schools
08.1997 - 06.1999

Taught Social Studies

  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.

Assistant Football Coach

  • Defensive Coordinator
  • Offensive Line Coach
  • Head Strength Coach

Head Volleyball Coach

  • Responsible for all duties associated with the program.
  • Retained a program on the verge of elimination
  • Made District finals in year 2

Head JV Baseball Coach

  • Followed the cultural and philosophical goals of the head coach.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI
01-2003

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Alma College
Alma, MI
01-1997

Skills

  • Developed a winning culture- KILTstyle
  • Maintained a high retention rate
  • Consistently achieved recruitment targets
  • High retention rate for assistant coaches
  • Motivated and empowered staff and team
  • Cultivated meaningful connections with alumni
  • Proven fundraising success

Timeline

Head Football Coach

Alma College
01.2018 - Current

Co-Head Football Coach

Romeo Community Schools
08.2001 - 01.2018

Teacher and Administrator

Romeo Community Schools
06.2001 - 01.2018

Teacher and Assistant Football Coach

Troy High School
09.1999 - 06.2001

Teacher and Coach

Merrill Community Schools
08.1997 - 06.1999

Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Alma College