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WALTER BAKER

Golf Teaching Professional
SAVANNAH,GEORGIA

Summary

Knowledgeable and eager golf instructor with an amazing knowledge of instructions and event planning. Flexible and versatile - able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrive in deadline-driven environments while producing optimal results. Excellent communication and public speaking skills; proven ability to express ideas both orally and in writing. Highly effective at working with a team or independently, outstanding interpersonal skills, and exceptional team building

skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Golf Pro

Chatham County Parks And Rec Henderson Golf Course
10.2019 - Current

Assisted with implementation and coordination of over 5 charity tournaments to support local community initiatives.

Mentored new staff members on club policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance overall team performance.

Increased revenue through targeted marketing strategies aimed at attracting corporate events and outings.

Collaborated with head golf professional on budget planning and financial reporting for optimal resource allocation.

Promoted culture of teamwork and respect among staff members, contributing to high employee retention rates and positive workplace morale.

Safeguarded member safety by enforcing club rules and monitoring course conditions during inclement weather.

Substitute Teacher

SAVANNAH CHATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
09.2017 - 08.2020

Responsible for students; health safety, and curriculum during school hours. Communicated with parents during parent teacher conferences and after school organized sports. Conducted in class science projects and experiments, and organized field trips to Savannah Science Museum and Oakland Island Wildlife Refuge. Class sizes range from 12-18 kids per class about 95-100 students during any week. Lecture, advise and educate students to prepare them for high school and institutions of higher learning to include but not limited to trade schools, technical schools, colleges and universities.

Program Development

FIRST TEE SANDHILLS
01.2017 - 08.2018

Developed retention and progression plan for participants; developed and updated program policies and procedures; managed program site relationships; conducted volunteer and coach training; developed programs and lesson plans; communicated with parents and participants; developed and directed Outreach Partnerships; managed National School Program Enhancement and Development.

General Manager/Director of Golf

HENDERSON GOLF COURSE
10.2009 - 08.2010

Responsible for providing prompt courteous services for over 400 customers; promoted retail sales and group outings. Conducted daily operations in golf shop and food and beverage area; coordinated functions with community and business representatives. Supervised 5 golf shop assistants, 24 rangers, and starters, while conducting training sessions quarterly. Prepared monthly tournaments, handicap information for 60+ members, and completed; and reviewed financial reports monthly. Cultivated exceptional relationships with golf courses in surrounding area, product representatives, club members, and patrons.

Program Director/Level II Coach

FIRST TEE HAWAII
01.2014 - 12.2016

Provided leadership and management of program and curriculum development; supervised daily program operations; managed facility and fiscal management; implemented policies and ensured safety; promoted and scheduled programs in accordance with First Tee Life Skills Experience. Increased retention for students at four of five facilities where training was conducted.

Mentored assistant team members and volunteers for advance responsibilities with First Tee Hawaii. Increased productivity with and team performance with 10-20 Junior PGA Players during tournament competitions.

Health Care Recruiter/Counselor

US ARMY
09.2001 - 08.2007

Implemented strong college admission plans while advising 40-50 nursing students about curriculum needed to apply for nursing school and Army Scholarships. Planned and coordinated school, and hospital visits for nurse recruiters. Developed and implemented impressive BIO-Terrorism Presentation for hospitals and health science schools; represented Army Medical Department in high-profile interactions with universities, hospitals, and army reserve units; conducted interviews and coordinated tours to Army Medical Treatment Centers.

Member of First Responders Relief Team during 9/11, assisted with coordination of bio-terrorism preparedness activities for greater New York. for their first mock drill held at Fort Hamilton New York. Bio-Terrorism subject matter expert for New York City Health Care Recruiting Team; Guest speaker for New York State Student Nurses Association on Bio-Terrorism and Emergency Preparedness. Developed plans for responding to acts of Bio-Terrorism, infectious disease outbreaks, and other emergencies that resulted in public health consequences and threats.

Education

Doctor of Business Administration - Business

South University
Savannah, GA
06.2019 - 05.2025

Doctoral Studies Business Administration -

Argosy University
Honolulu, HI
05.2017 - 05.2019

Master of Science Organizational Leadership -

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
Honolulu, HI
01.2014 - 05.2015

Middle School Education With Teacher Licensure - Education Middle School

Old Dominion University
Fort Belvoir, VA
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Business

NICHOLS COLLEGE
Fort Hamilton, NY
01.2001 - 01.2003

Skills

Flexible and versatile - able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences Thrive in deadline-driven environments while producing optimal results Excellent communication and public speaking skills; proven ability to express ideas both orally and in writing Highly effective at working with a team or independently, outstanding interpersonal skills, and exceptional team-building skills

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Affiliations

USGA Member Since 2003

Certification

USGTF Certified Teaching Professional

Timeline

USGTF Certified Teaching Professional

07-2022

Assistant Golf Pro

Chatham County Parks And Rec Henderson Golf Course
10.2019 - Current

Doctor of Business Administration - Business

South University
06.2019 - 05.2025

Substitute Teacher

SAVANNAH CHATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
09.2017 - 08.2020

Doctoral Studies Business Administration -

Argosy University
05.2017 - 05.2019

Program Development

FIRST TEE SANDHILLS
01.2017 - 08.2018

Master of Science Organizational Leadership -

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
01.2014 - 05.2015

Program Director/Level II Coach

FIRST TEE HAWAII
01.2014 - 12.2016

General Manager/Director of Golf

HENDERSON GOLF COURSE
10.2009 - 08.2010

Middle School Education With Teacher Licensure - Education Middle School

Old Dominion University
01.2009 - 01.2011

Health Care Recruiter/Counselor

US ARMY
09.2001 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Science - Business

NICHOLS COLLEGE
01.2001 - 01.2003
WALTER BAKERGolf Teaching Professional