Educator and Softball Coach who emphasizes the pursuit of excellence on and off the field. An exemplary leader who highly values character, communication, and discipline as key elements of success. Experienced winner at the high school, college and professional levels of softball with an extensive knowledge of the game and the fundamentals that developing players must grasp. Energetic and passionate professional who desires to assist in building a championship tradition.
Work History
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Livingston Parish School Board
Livingston, LA
2016.08 - Current
Increased player strength, speed, agility and game skills through strategic drills and practices.
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to promote strength and prevent injuries.
Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety.
Developed game plans and adjusted them to increase success rate.
Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and attended special workshops to continue learning.
Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Physical Education Teacher & PE Department Head
Livingston Parish School Board
Livingston, LA
2016.08 - Current
Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness
Organized and executed meetings with PE coaches once every three months.
Coached Softball team with 20-25 students.
Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping.
Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and LA's core educational standards.
Head Varsity Softball Coach & TOR Moderator
Zachary Community Schools
Zachary, LA
2006.08 - 2016.05
Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
Planned practices and implemented game strategies to improve player skills and promote game success.
Time Out Room Disciplinarian which entailed monitoring students and gathering assignments for students assigned to in school suspension.
FACS Teacher & Head Varsity Softball Coach
East Baton Rouge Parish School Board
Baker, LA
1998.01 - 1999.08
Employed variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
Encouraged active learning by creating lessons and projects to engage problem-solving and creative abilities.
Prepared and delivered lectures to students on child care, nutrition and food science.
Communicated effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.
Maintained regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students with homework and assignments.
Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Planned softball practices, scheduled games, and created strategies for optimum success rate.
Communicated schedule changes and upcoming events to parents.
Held meetings with parents and players when needed to discuss problems or concerns.
Education
Alternative Teacher Education Program - Health And Physical Education