Timothy VanWormer
Franklin,TN
Summary
Results-driven football coach with 29 years of experience, including 12 years in head coaching positions, and two at the collegiate level. Experience in transforming underperforming programs using a holistic approach into ranked teams through strategic program development, enhanced player participation, and achievement of playoff success. Expertise in player development emphasizes both individual skill enhancement and effective teamwork dynamics. Committed to advancing athletic programs through proven coaching techniques, use of analytics and a focus on academic excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Varsity Coach
Nolensville High School
Nolensville, Tennessee
06.2022 - Current
- Oversaw player development and strategy for the Defensive Line.
- Achieved defensive efficiency with lowered rushing yard averages across multiple seasons of 92, 93, and 101 yards/game.
- Coached 5A Region 6 Defensive Player of the Year, two 1st team All-Region players, and two 2nd team All-Region players in three years.
- State ranked all three years.
Teacher
Williamson County School District
Nolensville, Tennessee
01.2022 - Current
- Taught: Government and World History at Nolensville High School by using various teaching techniques base around individual needs and objectives
- Assistant Football Coach
- Assistant Flag Football Coach
Teacher
Gull Lake Community Schools
Richland, Michigan
01.2014 - 06.2022
- Facilitated learning in middle school and high school through personalized instruction in APUSH, Civics, General Chemistry, and World History.
- Earned certification for teaching Advanced Placement US History.
- Implemented strategies from Capturing Kids Hearts to foster student engagement.
- Contributed to the Reaching Teaching Struggling Learners team.
Varsity Offensive Coordinator
Gull Lake High School
Richland, Michigan
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Directed complete offensive strategies.
- Streamlined evaluation metrics to assess performance levels.
- Surpassed previous records with top scoring offense in more than a decade.
- All-area ranking.
Linebacker Coach
Kalamazoo College
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Generated detailed red zone reports.
- Oversaw execution of third down plays in short yardage situations.
- Oversaw all Inside and Outside Linebackers.
- Reached NCAA ranking at #25 for the first time at Kalamazoo College in 2018 and best record in 40+ years. (7-3)
- Elevated team from last place to #2 and #3 rankings in league defensive stats during the last two seasons.
- Achieved a top 30 national ranking in defense-related metrics for NCAA DIII across two consecutive years.
Varsity Head Football Coach
Gull Lake High School
Richland, Michigan
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Oversaw all facets of program operations.
- Contributed to MHSFCA initiatives.
- Conducted workshops in partnership with Georgia Tech and Navy Coaches Clinics.
- Generated $20,000+ surplus through fundraising initiatives.
- Participated actively in the growth of the youth football program.
- All-area ranking.
Varsity Head Football Coach
Houghton Lake High School
Houghton Lake, Michigan
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Increased student participation.
- Generated $18,000 through fundraising efforts.
- Enhanced the youth football program through strategic partnerships and initiatives.
- Supervised planning and organization of Houghton Lake / Roscommon Alumni Game.
- Player achieved prestigious Golden Helmet Award after 10-year gap.
Athletic Director/Teacher
Houghton Lake High School
Houghton Lake, Michigan
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Oversaw comprehensive high school athletic program operations, including eligibility and financial management.
- Developed customized curriculum strategies for 8th grade Social Studies.
- Implemented and supported the Safe Schools Healthy Students program.
Varsity Head Football Coach
Frankenmuth High School
Frankenmuth, Michigan
08.2009 - 01.2013
- Managed complete scope of the program.
- Enhanced the youth football program buy in through strategic partnerships and initiatives.
- Participated in MHSFCA activities and initiatives.
- Participated in Georgia Tech and Navy Coaches Clinics
- Multiple state rankings.
- Recognized as Division 5 Regional Coach of the Year in 2012.
- Received 2012 Coach of the Year honor from Tuscola County Advertiser.
- Earned recognition as part of the Division Academic First Team All-State and multiple Honorable Mention All-State teams.
Teacher
Frankenmuth High School
Frankenmuth, Michigan
08.2008 - 01.2013
- Educated students across grades 10-12 in Chemistry and World History employing tailored educational techniques targeting unique objectives.
- Drove educational paradigm shift through successful deployment of Project Zero methodology.
- Boosted performance metrics in High Schools That Work initiative.
JV Baseball Coach
Athens High School
Athens, Michigan
04.2007 - 01.2008
- Instructed players on baseball techniques.
- Advocated positive athletic conduct to enhance performance standards.
Teacher
Athens High School
Athens, Michigan
08.2005 - 01.2008
- Instructed Civics, Advanced Computer Applications, Chemistry, and Physical Science to students from freshman to seniors using tailored teaching techniques.
- Created curriculum for Advanced Computer Applications course.
- Designed and implemented Athens Area School's website.
- Engaged actively in several extracurricular activities.
- Utilized flexibility and consistency to create an effective educational environment.
Varsity Football Coach
Athens High School
Athens, Michigan
08.2004 - 01.2008
- Managed and supervised distinct aspects of the program.
- Engaged in MHSFCA activities.
- Attended professional development sessions led by renowned coaching staff from Georgia Tech and Navy.
- Increased student participation.
- All-area ranking.
Long - Term Substitute Teacher
Athens High School
Athens, Michigan
08.2004 - 01.2005
- Taught Computer Applications and American Literature in grades ranging from freshman to seniors by using various teaching techniques based around individual needs and objectives
- Incorporated Microsoft FrontPage for the first time in Athens High School
- Further developed the Computer Applications through advanced projects
- Facilitated parent/teacher conferences
- Corrected all assignments and tests, as well as kept an accurate grade book
Varsity Football Offensive Coordinator
Comstock High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.1999 - 11.2003
- Secured several notable Offensive achievements.
- Recorded unprecedented playoff successes for the school.
- Several state rankings.
- Kept all 3 levels of football during time as offensive coordinator.
Long - Term Substitute Teacher
Comstock High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan
02.2003 - 06.2003
- Taught US and World History, American Literature, and Debate
- Assumed all responsibilities of a full time teacher and obtained experience in direct instruction, assessment, curriculum policies, and classroom management
- Volunteered in various after school activities
Student Teacher
Comstock High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan
09.2002 - 12.2002
- Taught US and World History to 9th and 10th graders
- Developed hands-on daily and unit lesson plans
- Corrected all assignments and tests, as well as kept accurate grade book
Lab Technician
Cytec Industries Inc.
Kalamazoo, Michigan
05.1995 - 12.2002
- Conducted and supervised Quality Control.
- Senior Lab Technician
- Engaged in comprehensive safety training.
- Ensured accuracy and precision of equipment through regular calibration.
Junior Varsity Football Head Coach
Comstock High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.1998 - 11.1998
- Guided team in securing a 6-3 performance outcome.
- Increased player participation.
Assistant Football Coach
Comstock High School
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.1996 - 11.1997
- Instructed students in all grades as a quarterback coach.
Education
MEd - Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona01.2010
BA - Secondary Education
Olivet College
Olivet, Michigan01.2003
AAS - Industrial Chemistry Technology
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, Michigan01.1995
Skills
- Strategic Defense Planning
- Performance Review
- Offensive Game Planning
- Effective Team Leadership
- Athlete Development
- Strategic Game Preparation
- Organizational Culture Enhancement
- Run and Shoot Certified
Locations
- University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
- Olivet College, Olivet, MI
- Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI
- Williamson County School District, Nolensville, TN
- Gull Lake Community Schools, Richland, MI
- Houghton Lake High School, Houghton Lake, MI
- Frankenmuth High School, Frankenmuth, MI
- Athens High School, Athens, MI
- Comstock High School, Kalamazoo, MI
- Cytec Industries Inc., Kalamazoo, MI
Coaching Experience
- Nolensville High School, Nolensville, TN, Assistant Varsity Coach, Present, Responsible for all aspects of the Defensive Line, Defense allowed 92 and 93 yds a game rushing in my two seasons, Coached 5A Region 6 Defensive Player of the Year
- Gull Lake High School, Richland, MI, Varsity Offensive Coordinator, 07/20-11/21, Responsible for all aspects of the offense, Implemented grading system for athletes/coaches
- Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI, Linebacker Coach, 08/18-06/20, Red zone reports, Third down reports/short yardage, Grading Personnel, Went from last to #2 and #3 in the league in defensive stats the last two years
- Comstock High School, Kalamazoo, MI, Varsity Defensive Coordinator, 08/17-10/17
- Gull Lake High School, Richland, MI, Varsity Head Football Coach, 08/14-06/16, Responsible for all aspects of the program, Member of MHSFCA, Georgia Tech Coaches Clinics, Raised over $20,000 in fundraising, Worked closely/building the youth football program
- Houghton Lake High School, Houghton Lake, MI, Varsity Head Football Coach, 08/13-06/14, Improved participation, Raised over $18,000 in fundraising, Worked closely/building the youth football program, Oversaw Houghton Lake / Roscommon Alumni Game
- Frankenmuth High School, Frankenmuth, MI, Varsity Head Football Coach, 08/09-06/13, Responsible for all aspects of the program, Member of MHSFCA, Georgia Tech and Navy Coaches Clinics, 2012 Division 5 Regional Coach of the Year, 2012 Tuscola County Advertiser Coach of the Year, 2010 Division Academic All-State team
- Athens High School, Athens, MI, Varsity Football Coach, 08/04-06/08, Responsible for all aspects of the program, Member of MHSFCA, Georgia Tech and Navy Coaches Clinics, Improved participation
- Athens High School, Athens, MI, JV Baseball Coach, 04/07-06/08, Responsible for teaching baseball fundamentals, Promoting Sportsmanship
- Comstock High School, Kalamazoo, MI, Varsity Football Offensive Coordinator, 08/99-11/03, Responsible for the offense, Weight room Supervisor, Instructed players on proper Techniques, Power lifting Coach
- Comstock High School, Kalamazoo, MI, Junior Varsity Football Head Coach, 08/98-11/98
- Comstock High School, Kalamazoo, MI, Assistant Football Coach, 08/96-11/97
Timeline
Assistant Varsity Coach
Nolensville High School
06.2022 - Current
Teacher
Williamson County School District
01.2022 - Current
Varsity Offensive Coordinator
Gull Lake High School
07.2020 - 11.2021
Linebacker Coach
Kalamazoo College
08.2018 - 06.2020
Varsity Head Football Coach
Gull Lake High School
08.2014 - 01.2016
Teacher
Gull Lake Community Schools
01.2014 - 06.2022
Varsity Head Football Coach
Houghton Lake High School
08.2013 - 01.2014
Athletic Director/Teacher
Houghton Lake High School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Varsity Head Football Coach
Frankenmuth High School
08.2009 - 01.2013
Teacher
Frankenmuth High School
08.2008 - 01.2013
JV Baseball Coach
Athens High School
04.2007 - 01.2008
Teacher
Athens High School
08.2005 - 01.2008
Varsity Football Coach
Athens High School
08.2004 - 01.2008
Long - Term Substitute Teacher
Athens High School
08.2004 - 01.2005
Long - Term Substitute Teacher
Comstock High School
02.2003 - 06.2003
Student Teacher
Comstock High School
09.2002 - 12.2002
Varsity Football Offensive Coordinator
Comstock High School
08.1999 - 11.2003
Junior Varsity Football Head Coach
Comstock High School
08.1998 - 11.1998
Assistant Football Coach
Comstock High School
08.1996 - 11.1997
Lab Technician
Cytec Industries Inc.
05.1995 - 12.2002
MEd - Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision
University of Phoenix
BA - Secondary Education
Olivet College
AAS - Industrial Chemistry Technology
Ferris State University
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