William Sean Alkire
Ellicott City,Maryland
Summary
Experienced professional leader with a strong sports management background. Utilizes strong communication skills to foster collaboration and achieve organizational goals. Track record of problem-solving with skilled leadership of day-to-day operations. Forward-thinking and highly responsive to emerging trends affecting department operations and goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Education Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
Howard County, MD
08.2021 - Current
- Instruct classes of approximately 30 students in grades 6 to 8 in Health education.
- Provide a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
High School Football and Wrestling Coach
Howard County Public Schools
Howard County, MD
09.2002 - Current
- Developed effective communication protocols among athletes, coaches, and parents, promoting transparency and trust within the program.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for athletes, fostering personal growth and development both on and off the field and/or mat.
- Monitored equipment inventory and maintained its condition to ensure wrestler safety during practice sessions or competitions.
- Managed logistics for matches and tournaments, ensuring smooth transportation and accommodations for team members.
- Supported academic success for student-athletes by monitoring progress reports and offering tutoring assistance as needed.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize student-athlete success.
Academic Intervention Summer Program Teacher - English Language Arts
Howard County Public Schools
Howard County, MD
01.2023 - Current
- Provide acceleration and enrichment opportunities for on- and above-grade level instruction to students grades 6-8 in English/language arts
- Evaluated student progress regularly using formative assessments, offering constructive feedback for improvement as needed.
- Increased student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Supervisor, Department Head Coordinator
Camp Airy
Thurmont, MD
01.1996 - 01.2022
- Supervised daily operations for 10 departments at a residential camp for 9 weeks in the summer
- Developed camp programming and offerings for the summer
- Organized schedules for over 300 campers (ages 7-17) and 100 staff members (ages 18 and above)
- Maintained all facilities and ensured safety protocols were in place for all departments and activities
- Facilitated the ordering and inventory of equipment/supplies for departments before, during and after the camp season
- Facilitated the evaluation process of all department staff
- Participated in daily camp operation meetings with camp administration
- Coordinated cross-camp activities with sister camp (Louise) throughout the summer
- Initiated and completed the preparation and closing of camp for each season
- Coordinated with camp maintenance department throughout the summer and off-season
Physical Education Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
Howard County, MD
08.2001 - 06.2023
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Towson University
Baltimore, MD06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education W/Health Education Minor
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV06.1998
Skills
- Event planning and organization
- Safety awareness
- Safety protocol implementation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Schedule coordination
Timeline
Academic Intervention Summer Program Teacher - English Language Arts
Howard County Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Health Education Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
High School Football and Wrestling Coach
Howard County Public Schools
09.2002 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2023
Supervisor, Department Head Coordinator
Camp Airy
01.1996 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Towson University
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education W/Health Education Minor
West Virginia University