JAWARA WHITE
Alexander City
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Defensive Back Coach
Alexander City Schools
06.2025 - Current
- Organized and developed BRHS first youth football camp of 90+ future wildcats.
- Developed defensive strategies to enhance team performance and player effectiveness.
- Mentored athletes in fundamental techniques to improve individual and team skills.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Coordinated practice schedules focusing on skill development and tactical awareness.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives as a representative of the football program, fostering positive public relations within local communities.
- Directed physical conditioning programs enabling athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Contributed to 12 victories by developing strategic defensive game plans and calling plays during game.
Head Track & Field Coach
Alexander City Schools
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated competition schedules, ensuring compliance with league regulations and team preparedness.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Mentored assistant coaches, fostering professional growth and improving coaching strategies across the program.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support the track and field program, including sponsorships, events, and donations.
- Served as a mentor to student-athletes, offering guidance and support in balancing their academic and athletic commitments.
- Strengthened team cohesion, organizing regular team-building activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Organized travel arrangements for away meets efficiently while adhering to budget constraints; maximizing athlete comfort during trips without overspending funds allotted for transportation costs.
- Championed the importance of community involvement among athletes, organizing volunteer opportunities that fostered positive relationships between the team and local organizations.
Assistant Athletic Director
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
- Oversaw scheduling of competitions, practices, and facilities usage to maximize efficiency and optimize resources.
- Organized fundraising events to support athletic department initiatives and increase community engagement.
- Created a positive culture within the athletic department by fostering an environment that valued teamwork, accountability, integrity, sportsmanship, and respect among all stakeholders.
- Improved community outreach efforts by organizing volunteer opportunities for athletes which also fostered a sense of civic responsibility among student athletes.
- Assisted head Athletic Director in developing long-term strategic plans for continued growth and success of the athletics program.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
Head Track and Field Coach
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere within the team by promoting sportsmanship values among all members regardless of skill level or experience.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up techniques and conditioning exercises, reducing overall injury rates among athletes.
- Strengthened team cohesion, organizing regular team-building activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing innovative training programs.
- Built strong relationships with parents of student-athletes, ensuring clear communication regarding expectations and progress updates throughout the season.
- Enhanced athlete capabilities through personalized coaching, leading to better results in track and field events.
- Served as a mentor to student-athletes, offering guidance and support in balancing their academic and athletic commitments.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support the track and field program, including sponsorships, events, and donations.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Defensive Coordinator
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
- Managed football summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
- Provided group and individual guidance on sports rules, game strategies and performance principles to achieve winning results.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during practices and games to minimize the risk of injury among athletes.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic defensive schemes and game plans.
- Managed sideline adjustments during games for optimal defensive performance in various situations.
- Increased player motivation with consistent feedback, recognition, and encouragement.
- Established a strong defensive culture through clear communication of expectations and fostering teamwork.
- Promoted good sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the field.
- Effectively communicated with parents regarding their child''s progress, goals, and any concerns that arose throughout the season.
- Developed player skills through individualized coaching and targeted skill drills.
- Mentored assistant coaches to develop their coaching abilities and contribute effectively to the team''s success.
Head Track and Field Coach
Escambia County Schools
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up techniques and conditioning exercises, reducing overall injury rates among athletes.
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere within the team by promoting sportsmanship values among all members regardless of skill level or experience.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete performance statistics, providing valuable data insights which informed future training approaches.
- Enhanced athlete capabilities through personalized coaching, leading to better results in track and field events.
- Developed athletes'' leadership skills by assigning team captain roles and providing guidance on effective communication techniques.
- Served as a mentor to student-athletes, offering guidance and support in balancing their academic and athletic commitments.
History Department Chair
Escambia County Schools
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for department faculty and staff.
- Established clear performance expectations for faculty members, promoting accountability and professional growth.
- Facilitated faculty development initiatives to ensure continuous improvement in teaching quality and expertise.
- Reinforced and maintained culture of high achievement by focusing on discipline as opportunity for learning, growth and community-building.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the department, fostering an inclusive environment for students and faculty alike.
Defensive Coordinator
Escambia County School System
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided group and individual guidance on sports rules, game strategies and performance principles to achieve winning results.
- Improved the defense from previous years and cut down the average points given up by 15.
- Took them to their first playoff game in 4 years and won their first playoff game in 6 years.
- Worked cooperatively with athletic program to provide positive leadership and coaching for team's defensive players.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Admissions Director & Diversity Chair
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed admissions department employees and office functions.
- Interviewed potential students in person and by phone before potential acceptance.
- Established and enforced policies and objectives governing learning activities.
- Maintained detailed calendar of interviews, meetings and phone calls.
- Improved communication workflows between admissions staff and applicants, resulting in faster response times and increased satisfaction among prospective students.
- Enhanced campus visit programs by designing engaging events that showcased the institution''s strengths, leading to higher conversion rates of prospective students.
- Managed a team of admissions counselors, providing ongoing training and support to ensure their success in meeting enrollment targets.
- Coordinated open houses and information sessions aimed at attracting high-quality applicants from various backgrounds.
- Served as a key liaison with the financial aid office, ensuring accurate and timely information was provided to prospective students and their families.
- Spearheaded initiatives focused on diversity and inclusion in student recruitment efforts, contributing towards a more diverse student body reflective of the institution''s values.
- Increased admissions rates by implementing targeted marketing strategies and outreach efforts.
- Delivered engaging presentations to prospective students, parents, and school counselors about the institution''s academic programs, campus life, and post-graduation opportunities.
- Mentored junior admissions staff members by providing valuable guidance and sharing insights gained from years of experience in the field.
- Contributed to increased retention rates among first-year students by collaborating with other departments to create a supportive environment for new enrollees.
- Developed long-term strategic plans to guide organizational growth and success.
Admissions Advisor II
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Created a database of new counselor contacts and expanded recruitment footprint for the University in the State of Florida
- Increased applications from the state by 20% and increased students coming to campus for tours from the state by 40%
- Increased minority numbers by 15%
- Recruited over 250+ high schools all over the State of Florida and Alabama
- Large & small group presentations
- Served as a liaison for the University with parents and prospective students
- Reviewing an average of 1600+ student applications and assisting with the applicant's final decision to be accepted into the university
- Daily presentations on the 12 different colleges within Auburn and the 140+ different majors while meeting with prospective students and parents
- Reviewing new employee applications and serving on multiple hiring committees
- Training new employees on the various systems we use which required security access due to applicant's information staying confidential
- Provide oversight for minority recruiting within the Black Belt Region of Alabama.
Sales Associate
TROY NISSAN
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Responsible for providing customers with the necessary information to make informed purchases
- Hiring new salesmen and managed the training process to get them Nissan Certified
- Organized and negotiated car sales
- Supervised and reviewed new salesman car deals during their training process
- Worked with marketing to create commercial advertisements on television, radio, and newspaper
- Assisted with fundraising for local schools in Troy on behalf of the Dealership.
Linebackers Coach & Assistant Track and Field Head Coach
TROY CITY SCHOOLS SYSTEM
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Served in various roles within Troy City Schools System
- 7th and 8th-grade Health Class Instructor
- Coached young athletes on the skills necessary for their various positions and making sure they maintain a strong GPA
- Coordinated fundraising efforts for uniforms, concessions, and transportation
- Developed strong relationships with students
- Provided mentorship for students with challenging behaviors and at-risk students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities & Operations
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Coordinated and organized corporate events, charity events, sponsorship, and donations
- Developed & maintained relationships with local contractors, sponsors, and businesses
- Supervised gameday events which included working with ESPN and SEC Network.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2014
Skills
- Team building
- Eligibility rules
- Nutrition
- Academic support
- Fundraising
- Rules compliance
- Conditioning programs
- Player development
- Staff development
- Equipment management
- Player evaluations
Accomplishments
- Oversaw the school's track program.
- 2 Defensive Backs chosen for All-Region Team.
- 1 Defensive Back selected to the Alabama vs Miss. All-star game.
- First year as a Defensive Coordinator with 5 kids selected to All-Region Team.
- 3 Years of being a Track Head Coach and 22 kids taken to State- Track meet.
- Defensive Back room maintained a 3.0 GPA in 2025.
Timeline
Defensive Back Coach
Alexander City Schools
06.2025 - Current
Head Track & Field Coach
Alexander City Schools
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Athletic Director
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
Head Track and Field Coach
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
Defensive Coordinator
Ozark City Schools
06.2024 - Current
Head Track and Field Coach
Escambia County Schools
06.2022 - 06.2024
History Department Chair
Escambia County Schools
06.2022 - 06.2024
Defensive Coordinator
Escambia County School System
06.2022 - 06.2024
Admissions Director & Diversity Chair
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
07.2021 - 07.2022
Admissions Advisor II
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 07.2021
Sales Associate
TROY NISSAN
05.2016 - 08.2017
Linebackers Coach & Assistant Track and Field Head Coach
TROY CITY SCHOOLS SYSTEM
07.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities & Operations
AUBURN UNIVERSITY
01.2013 - 07.2015
BACHELOR OF ARTS, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
Auburn University
References
- Brent Harrison, Saraland City Schools Superintendent, 334-447-6180
- Keith Etheridge, Auburn High School Head Football Coach, 205-527-4852
- Ezell Powell, Assistant Head Coach BRHS, 334-462-3894
- Kendell Simmons, Middle Tenn Offensive Line Coach, 334-444-3294
Awards
JAMES OWENS COURAGE AWARD
Auburn University, James Owens Courage Award
The James Owens Courage Award is presented annually to a current or former Auburn football player who has displayed courage in the face of adversity, distinguishing himself while contributing to the betterment of Auburn University. James Owens, the first African American scholarship football player at Auburn in 1969, was given the inaugural award named in his honor.