Rhonda Dreibelbis
Cary,NC
Summary
Multi-faceted Education & Athletics Administrator with specialized expertise in sports direction and athletics administration. Comprehensive background in fiscal operations, hiring processes, financial planning, event planning, public speaking, and budgeting.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
* Recognized as Basketball Coach of the Year on numerous occasions by district coaches and sportswriters
* Inducted into Pitkin High School Hall of Fame in 2024
* Inducted into Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame in 2015
* Louisiana High School Athletic Association Distinguished Service Award in 2015
* Inducted into the Louisiana High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, 2011
* Served as first female hired on administrative level with Louisiana High School Athletic Association in 2007
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Commissioner, Sports and Championships
North Carolina High School Athletic Association
2022.04 - Current
- Oversee the day-to-day championship operations with specific oversight of designated sports (volleyball, cross-country, men's and women's basketball, indoor track, outdoor track, and softball). Assist with all aspects of sports programs, eligibility, compliance, and playoffs. Represent and speak on behalf of the NCHSAA through presentations at rules clinic, meetings, conferences, and serves as a liaison for various state and national committees.
- Specific responsibilities:
- * Interprets the NCHSAA and NFHS rules and polices.
- *Collaborates in playoff programs with bracketing and seeding of playoff participates.
- * Interfaces with game day officials, teams, coaches, administrators, host sites, and corporate sponsors for events
- * Collaborates with sports department in the development of annual budget
- * Represents the NCHSAA at clinic, conferences, meetings, etc. for speaking engagements
- * Serve as Sports Committee Liaison at NCHSAA board meetings
- * Assist with hardship reviews, NHSAA awards, and special events
Athletic Director
Jordan High School
2019.11 - 2022.04
- Supervised 28 sports, 614 athletes, and 68 coaches in athletic program
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Championed importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off field, setting strong example for athletes to follow.
- Evaluated coaches' performances annually using clear criteria aligned with department goals.
- Served as president of DAC VII conference
- included athletic finances, scheduling, travel, event management, staff meetings, parent meetings, coaches education certifications, hiring and retention of coaches, Title IV compliance, and eligibility records
- Created coaches and student-athlete handbooks for athletic program
- Incorporated requirement of all paid coaches having Level 1 certification through NFHS
- Collaborated with fellow district athletic directors and county athletic director in developing policy and procedures for athletics in DPS
- Recognized as BSN-Triangle Area Women's Game Changer of Month (January, 2020).
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
Healthful Living Teacher
Jordan High School
2016.01 - 2019.01
- Served as member of Student Achievement Committee, Care Committee, and Instructional Walk-through Committee within high school with over 2000 students
- Coordinator of Freshman Academy Orientation for over 300 students
- Freshman Academy Team 2 lead teacher.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Assistant Principal / Level 3 Administrator
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
2014.08 - 2016.01
- Served and partnered with school administration on instructional program and overall operation of school, which encompassed marketing plan, student enrollment, parent/community relations, staff supervision & development, P&L management, payroll, and facility management
- Created and organized procedure for human resources liaison between school and corporate office
- Provided creative means for fundraising and public relations to increase school attendance
- Developed accurate and reliable reports that aided in decision-making processes
- Played key role in developing curriculum standards, mission statements, and performance objectives.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
Assistant Executive Director
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
2007.01 - 2013.01
- Held lead role in spearheading daily activities of LHSAA with focus on administering rules, compliance policies, and regulations to 350+ member schools including non-faculty certification, Title IX compliance, student-eligibility, and sport seasons
- Served as coordinator for Louisiana High School Coaches Association and launched redesign of non-faculty coaching certification program
- Revamped payroll of LHSCA for clinics and payment of speakers
- Oversaw and coordinated state championship events for sports of volleyball, girls' and boys' basketball, football, softball, and bowling
- Directed Louisiana High School Coaches Association by executing duties including state wide all-star games as well as summer coaching clinic in obtaining Division I NCAA and high school speakers.
Assistant Principal/Head Girls Basketball Coach/Girls Athletic Director
Abbeville High School
2005.01 - 2007.01
- Directed instruction, school-wide discipline, game day operations for various sports, and student-athlete eligibility
- Incorporated diversified initiatives as PBS (Positive Behavior Support) Coordinator and served as integral member of High School Redesign Committee and School Improvement Committee
- Coached, motivated, mentored, and advised student athletes
- Coordinated fundraisers for team
- Administered team budget using cost effective measures
- Maintained responsibility for providing counseling and guidance to female student athletes
- Monitored academic performance as required by Louisiana High School Athletic Association.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Carencro High School
1991.01 - 2005.01
- Coached and mentored student athletes while controlling team budget, organizing fundraisers, and managing public relations initiatives
- Tracked student academic performance and taught health and physical education classes
- Motivated and coached teams to playoffs 11 of 14 years
- Served as football game day administrator and assistant track coach.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Submitted purchase requests for new supplies, uniforms and equipment.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Education
Master of Science - Health And Physical Education
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.1994
Bachelor of Science - Administration And Supervision
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12.1990
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Organization
- Compliance Monitoring
- Time-Management
- Public Speaking
- Rules Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Human Resources
Strengths And Core Competencies
- Communication
- Leadership
- Organization
- Multi-tasking
- Time Management
- Self-motivated
- Performance Improvement
- Rules & Regulations Interpretation
- Rules Compliance
- Program Achievement
- Mentoring
- Instructional Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Consensus Building
Accomplishments
- Garnered recognition as Coach of the Year on numerous occasions by district coaches and Louisiana High School Sports Writers Association.
- Inducted into Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame in 2015.
- Recipient of Louisiana High School Athletic Association Distinguished Service Award in 2015.
- Inducted into Louisiana High School Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in 2011.
- Served as first female hired on administrative-level of Louisiana High School Athletic Association in 2007.
- Acknowledged as first female President of Louisiana High School Basketball Coaches Association in 2003.
Education And Credentials
- Human Resource Essentials Certification – Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
- M. Ed., Administration and Supervision – McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA
- B.S., Health & Physical Education – University of Louisiana - Lafayette, LA
- Certification in Administration – University of Phoenix Online
- Certified Athletic Administrator - NIAAA
- Professional Educator's License – State of North Carolina
- CIC certified – National Federation of State High School Association
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification – American Heart Association
Affiliations
- North Carolina Athletic Directors Association
- Women in Sports Leadership
- Global Community for Women in High School Sports
Qualifications Summary
Multi-faceted Education & Athletics Administrator with specialized expertise in sports direction and athletics administration. Comprehensive background in fiscal operations, hiring processes, financial planning, event planning, public speaking, and budgeting.
Certification
Human Resource Essentials Certification: Cornell University
NIAAA: Certified Master Athletic Administrator
Professional Educator's License: Louisiana and North Carolina
Timeline
Assistant Commissioner, Sports and Championships
North Carolina High School Athletic Association
2022.04 - Current
Athletic Director
Jordan High School
2019.11 - 2022.04
Healthful Living Teacher
Jordan High School
2016.01 - 2019.01
Assistant Principal / Level 3 Administrator
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
2014.08 - 2016.01
Assistant Executive Director
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
2007.01 - 2013.01
Assistant Principal/Head Girls Basketball Coach/Girls Athletic Director
Abbeville High School
2005.01 - 2007.01
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Carencro High School
1991.01 - 2005.01
Master of Science - Health And Physical Education
McNeese State University
Bachelor of Science - Administration And Supervision
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Human Resource Essentials Certification: Cornell University
NIAAA: Certified Master Athletic Administrator
Professional Educator's License: Louisiana and North Carolina
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