Athletic professional with extensive experience in managing sports programs, enhancing athlete performance, and fostering community engagement. Collaborative approach and focus on achieving results, adapting to dynamic needs. Expertise in program development and team leadership with a commitment to excellence. Proven track record in leading athletic programs and fostering team success. Demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive athletic programs and cultivate a positive sports environment. Skilled in strategic planning and effective communication, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and athlete development.
Hi, I’m
Wesley Eugene Harmon
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Mobile County Public School System, Murphy HS
Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coordinator
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Organized and led football field trips that complemented football student athletes to colleges and universities to help broadening their athletic ability and to vision the real-world understanding for football athletes.
- Organized Strength and Conditioning Program for the football team.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss athletic movements to promote the fundamentals of specific football positions.
Moss Point High School
Athletic Director, Head Football Coach, Head Powerlifting Coach
06.2017 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Football 2022 First Dandy Dozen player since 2007
- 2022 Selected as an Assistant Coach for the MS/AL All Star Game
- 1st Player/Coach to play and coach in the MS/AL & MS North/South All Star Games
- Football 2019, 2020, & 2021 Class 4A Region 8 Champions
- Football 2019, 2020, & 2021 Class 4A Region 8 Coach of the Year
- Football 2022 Region 8-4A Runner-up
- Football 18 - 8 Class 4A Region 8-4A Overall Record
- Football 29 - 39 Overall Record
- 10 years of experience operating our schools Hudl Account
- 3 years of experience operating Social Media Accounts
- 3 years of experience operating Google Meet, Drive, & Classroom
- 2020 & 2021 seasons were the first overall winning seasons since 2010
- 24 Players have signed football scholarships to play at the next level
- Class 4A Region 4 Powerlifting Champions 2017 & 2018
- Class 4A South State Powerlifting Runner Up 2017
- Class 4A South State Powerlifting Champions 2018
- Athletic Director - Established Middle School Soccer, Volleyball, Fast Pitch Softball, and Varsity Golf athletic programs
- Guided Cheer Program to begin competition in Sanctioned MHSAA Events
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- 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.
- Managed coach salaries, pay rates.
- Mentored coaches on best practices in leadership, communication, and sportsmanship to enhance their skills and impact on athletes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games that showcased athletes'' talents and achievements.
- Boosted fundraising efforts for athletic department through targeted campaigns and community partnerships.
- Championed the importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off the field, setting a strong example for athletes to follow.
- Evaluated coaches'' performances annually using clear criteria aligned with department goals.
- Collaborated with other school departments to build interdisciplinary programs that promoted overall student wellness.
- Negotiated equipment contracts, resulting in cost savings for the athletic department without compromising quality.
- Raised team performance levels by providing ongoing coaching, training, and motivation to athletes.
- Coordinated with local media outlets to promote school''s athletic successes, increasing visibility within the community.
- Boosted revenue through successful marketing strategies and sponsorship deals.
Moss Point High School
Physical Education Teacher, Varsity Assistant Football Linebackers Coach (Defensive Coordinator 2011, 2012), Head Power Lifting Coach
01.2011 - 12.2016
Job overview
- 2012 5A Football First Round Participant
- 2013, 2014 4A Football First Round Participant
- Started Boys Power Lifting Team in 2011-2012 School Term
- Boys Power Lifting Team finished 3rd overall in 5A Power Lifting State Championship 2012 and 5th in 2013 and 2014
- Started Girls Power Lifting Team in 2014-2015 School Term under the Guidance of Kyle Mickelson
- Girls Power Lifting Teams won Class II State Championships in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019
Meridian High School
Physical Education Teacher, 9th Grade Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator), Varsity Football Defensive Volunteer Coach
01.2010 - 12.2011
Job overview
- 2010 Region 3-6A Champion
- 2010 Football 6A South State Champion
- 2010 Football 6A State Runner-up
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop innovative playbooks, keeping opponents off balance.
- Monitored student-athlete academic progress, providing support when needed to maintain eligibility.
- Conducted film study sessions with players to review game footage for learning opportunities and improvements.
Heidelberg High School
Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Director, and Head Football Coach
01.2005 - 12.2010
Job overview
- 2005 Coach of the year Region 7-2A
- 2005 Finished Region 7-2A Champion
- 2006 Finished Region 7-2A Runner Up
- 2008 Bernard Blackwell Classic assistant coach
- 17 players signed football scholarships to play at the next level
- Team compiled 17-36 record
- Coordinate Athletic Events for HHS
- Coach linebackers for varsity football
- Added Volleyball, Fast Pitch Softball, Boys and Girls Soccer, and Cross Country to the Athletic Program during my tenure
- Had schools first players selected to Annual Mississippi/Alabama All-Star game
- Had school's first player to sign and attend SEC School
Sears
Loss Prevention Agent
01.1997 - 12.2007
Job overview
- Prepare work schedules
- Camera surveillance of employees and customers
- Safety team member
- Review reports to make sure the store is operating properly
Northeast Lauderdale Middle School
Physical Education Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Head Coach of Middle School Football
01.1999 - 12.2005
Job overview
- Received Northeast Middle School Spirit of Caring Award for 2003
- Applebee's October Teacher of the Month
- Teach 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Physical Education
- Defensive Coordinator for varsity football
- Helped revitalize varsity football program into a playoff contender
- Coach linebackers for varsity football
- Coach backs and receivers for middle school football
- Organized Queen City Conference for football between fourteen junior high/middle schools
- Middle school teams compiled 43-30 record (four undefeated teams and won Queen City 8th Grade Championship
Northeast Lauderdale Middle School
Assistant Physical Education Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Assistant Middle School Football Coach
01.1998 - 12.1999
Job overview
- Assisted 5th and 6th grade Physical Education
- Defensive Coordinator for varsity football
- Defensive Coordinator for middle school football
Hi-Tech Learning Systems
Instructor
06.1997 - 08.1999
Job overview
- Assisted with teaching teenagers computer skills
- Assisted with teaching teenagers the need for long range planning
- Supervised teenagers in various workplace environments
Pine Belt Boys & Girls Club
Group Counselor
06.1994 - 08.1995
Job overview
- Supervised learning and athletic activities for teenagers
- Supervised field trips for teenagers
Education
University of Southern MississippiHattiesburg, MS
Masters of Science from Interscholastic Athletic Administration
12.2008
University Overview
University of Southern MississippiHattiesburg, MS
Bachelors of Science from Sports Administration
08.1999
University Overview
- Named First Team All Conference USA Alliance Linebacker 1994 & 1995
- Started 40 out of 44 games at outside linebacker
- 1992 third leading tackler
- 1994 and 1995 led team in tackles
- Finished career as the 7th all time tackler in school's history
- One of the original members of the Southern Miss 'Black Attack' defense, which ranked 39th-best in the nation in total defense in 1992
Kosciusko High SchoolKosciusko, MS
High School Diploma
05.1991
University Overview
- Three year letter in varsity football, basketball, and track
- 1988, 1989, 1990 team's most valuable defensive football player
- 1989 Division 9 - 3A heavyweight best lifter
- 1989 and 1990 Golden Shoe Award for track
- 1990 most valuable defensive basketball player
- 1990 team football captain
- 1990 Division 9 - 3A most valuable player for football
- 1990 KHS most outstanding student athlete
- 1991 member of Mississippi all star football team
- 1991 member of 1A-2A-3A all star football team
Skills
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Student Athlete Evaluator
- Mississippi and Alabama teaching credentials
- Fundraising
- Team building
- Student Motivation
- Physical Education
- Athletic Administration
References
References
- Lewis Sims, Head Football Coach, Pascagoula High School, 1716 Tucker Street, Pascagoula, MS, 39567, 228-623-9842, lsims@pgsd.ms
- Lewis Lightsey, Athletic Director/Head & Head Boys/Girls Basketball Coach, Northeast Lauderdale High School, 8540 Cottonwood Drive, Meridian, MS, 39305, 601-616-0001, Llightsey@lauderdale.k12.ms.us
- Dr. Oswago Harper, Assistant Superintendent, Moss Point School District, 4924 Church Street, Moss Point, MS, 39563, 228-475-4558, oharper@mpsdnow.org
Certification
State of Mississippi Class AA Physical Education K-12
State of Mississippi Class AA Entry Level Athletic Administration
State of Alabama Professional Certificate Class A Physical Education
State of Alabama Leadership Certificate Class A Educational Administrator
Timeline
Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coordinator
Mobile County Public School System, Murphy HS
04.2023 - Current
Athletic Director, Head Football Coach, Head Powerlifting Coach
Moss Point High School
06.2017 - 12.2022
Physical Education Teacher, Varsity Assistant Football Linebackers Coach (Defensive Coordinator 2011, 2012), Head Power Lifting Coach
Moss Point High School
01.2011 - 12.2016
Physical Education Teacher, 9th Grade Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator), Varsity Football Defensive Volunteer Coach
Meridian High School
01.2010 - 12.2011
Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Director, and Head Football Coach
Heidelberg High School
01.2005 - 12.2010
Physical Education Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Head Coach of Middle School Football
Northeast Lauderdale Middle School
01.1999 - 12.2005
Assistant Physical Education Teacher, Assistant Varsity Football Coach, and Assistant Middle School Football Coach
Northeast Lauderdale Middle School
01.1998 - 12.1999
Instructor
Hi-Tech Learning Systems
06.1997 - 08.1999
Loss Prevention Agent
Sears
01.1997 - 12.2007
Group Counselor
Pine Belt Boys & Girls Club
06.1994 - 08.1995
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelors of Science from Sports Administration
Kosciusko High School
High School Diploma
State of Mississippi Class AA Physical Education K-12
State of Mississippi Class AA Entry Level Athletic Administration
State of Alabama Professional Certificate Class A Physical Education
State of Alabama Leadership Certificate Class A Educational Administrator
University of Southern Mississippi
Masters of Science from Interscholastic Athletic Administration
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