William Norton
South Gibson,PA
Summary
Seasoned Varsity Level Coach with noteworthy experience leading high school level teams to success. Strengths include developing athletes' skills, implementing strategic game plans, and fostering team unity. Made significant impact in previous roles by cultivating winning environments and promoting good sportsmanship. Proven ability to inspire student-athletes to achieve on and off the field. Focused coach successful at coaching athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with players of different skills levels to develop their abilities.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Jr. High Softball Volunteer Coach
Mt. View Jr./ Sr. High school
Kingsley, PA
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
- Observed practices and games in order to evaluate player performance levels and provide feedback.
- Encouraged players with positive reinforcement during game play or practice sessions.
Consumer Safety Inspector in Charge
U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
Minneapolis, MN
12.1987 - 03.2021
- Inspected food products for safety and quality assurance standards.
- Conducted compliance audits of manufacturing and processing facilities.
- Analyzed data to identify potential risks to consumers.
- Documented findings from inspections into detailed reports.
- Monitored the production process to assess adherence to safety guidelines.
- Performed research on new regulations affecting the industry.
- Assessed product samples for chemical contaminants, toxins, foreign objects, microbiological hazards, and other forms of contamination.
- Reviewed product labels for accuracy and completeness of information.
- Evaluated processes related to sanitation and hygiene protocols within manufacturing plants.
- Ensured that hazardous materials were handled safely according to established procedures.
- Participated in meetings with corporate personnel to discuss industry-wide issues related to consumer safety.
Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Mt. View Jr. / Sr. High School
Kingsley, PA
03.2007 - 05.2015
- Conducted practice sessions and provided instruction to players on technique, strategy, and performance.
- Monitored academic progress of student-athletes to ensure their eligibility, as well as promoting the priority it has.
- Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
- Communicated effectively with parents of student-athletes regarding their child's progress in the program.
- Assisted head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves, such as player positions and strategies.
- Provided guidance to players on sportsmanship, discipline, nutrition, injury prevention techniques.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts for the athletic program.
- Provided guidance with strength and conditioning for players.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Created and utilized training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation, and support for athletic and academic growth.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
Softball Player
Varied Team organizations
Susquehanna And Wayne Counties, PA
05.1983 - 09.2013
Education
Courses Related To Food Safety
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX01-1999
Courses Related To Food Safety
Delaware Valley College
Doylestown, PA01-1990
Skills
- Team Development
- Game Strategy Development
- Team Training
- Group leadership
- Safety awareness
- Team motivation
- Exercise management
- Game management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Situational Awareness
- Team-building activities
- Physical Fitness
- Academic Monitoring
** Skills and knowledge related to this position
** Coached Little League from 1990 through 2003 at varied levels from tee ball through teenage leagues and American Legion League Baseball
** Also 4 years as a volunteer with the Mt View baseball program from 2003 through 2006
Accomplishments
- In my 34 years as a Consumer Safety Inspector with the U S Dept of Agriculture i achieved superior or outstanding ratings annually!
- While coaching with Mt. View Varsity Baseball programs 4 League championships were achieved, 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2014.
Affiliations
- Played softball for 29 years in varied leagues throughout Susquehanna and Wayne Counties from 1983 through 2013.
Timeline
Jr. High Softball Volunteer Coach
Mt. View Jr./ Sr. High school
03.2023 - 05.2024
Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Mt. View Jr. / Sr. High School
03.2007 - 05.2015
Consumer Safety Inspector in Charge
U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
12.1987 - 03.2021
Softball Player
Varied Team organizations
05.1983 - 09.2013
Courses Related To Food Safety
Texas A & M University
Courses Related To Food Safety
Delaware Valley College
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