Woodrow Taylor
Fairview,WV
Summary
- A committed North Marion Husky. Has devoted valuable time and effort to North Marion athletes as well as their feeder programs since June of 2017 across multiple sports for both boys and girls.
- Hardworking Multi-Sport Coach highly effective at building and managing successful programs. Skilled in selecting coaching staff, evaluating players and managing rigorous practice schedules to prepare for challenging games. Over 9 years of experience in 5 organizations.
- Motivated Multi-Sport Coach adept at developing talented players into exceptional athletes. Excellent team leader with 9 years in game. Proven history of coaching successful teams with innovative approaches.
- Inspiring Multi-Sport Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
North Marion High School
06.2019 - 04.2024
- Maintained positive relationships with parents, addressing concerns proactively while promoting a healthy balance between school work and athletics.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Advised student-athletes on college recruitment processes, helping players make informed decisions about their athletic futures.
- Improved communication between players and coaching staff by fostering an open and supportive environment.
- Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Barrackville Middle School
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop customized player workout programs aimed at improving individual skill sets and overall team performance.
- Fostered a sense of unity within the team by organizing bonding activities for players, coaches, and families throughout the season.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players both on and off the court by modeling respectful behavior toward teammates, opponents, referees, and coaches.
- Assisted in planning fundraising events for the basketball program to cover expenses such as uniforms, travel costs, and equipment needs.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Provided valuable input on roster decisions, taking into account player skills, attitudes, and potential growth throughout the season.
- Assisted head coach in scouting potential opponents, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses for game preparation.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Served as a positive role model for student-athletes by maintaining high levels of professionalism both on and off the court.
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
North Marion High School
06.2018 - Current
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to identify player strengths and weaknesses, customizing individual training plans for optimal results.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Built strong relationships with players, fostering a positive team environment and promoting sportsmanship.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge by attending coaching clinics and conferences, staying up-to-date on the latest football techniques and trends.
- Ensured adherence to school policies and state regulations regarding eligibility requirements for student-athletes participating in varsity sports programs.
- Provided mentorship to players on personal growth topics such as goal-setting, time management, and leadership development.
- Organized team travel arrangements for away games, ensuring smooth logistics and minimizing disruptions to athlete schedules.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
Special Education Teacher
Marion County Technical Center
06.2018 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Summer Playground Program Coordinator
Marion County Parks And Recreation
05.2014 - Current
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
- Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality.
- Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of program deliverables, maintaining project schedules and meeting objectives.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
- Organized and oversaw feeding program in collaboration with Marion County Board of Education
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
Assistant Football Coach
Calhoun County Middle-High School
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Analyzed opposing teams'' strategies and devised effective countermeasures for increased success on the field.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Implemented strength-training regimens tailored to specific positions for optimal performance gains on the field.
- Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
- Improved player skills through personalized training sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Developed practice schedules that maximized efficiency while allowing time for rest and recovery periods.
Assistant Football Coach
Morgantown High School
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Analyzed opposing teams'' strategies and devised effective countermeasures for increased success on the field.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Fostered positive relationships with athletes, promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.
- Maintained positive community and parent relations to build strong athletic support networks.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2017
High School Diploma -
Fairmont Senior High School
Fairmont, WV05.2011
Skills
- Tactical knowledge
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
- Safety awareness
- Relationship Development
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Critical Thinking
- Individualized Coaching
- Student Advising
- Coaching experience
- Game rules
- Athlete safety
- Social Media and Promotions
Accomplishments
- Have been part of the football staff that has made the WVSSAC State Football Playoffs 5 consecutive seasons - including back to back Semi Final appearances and the 2023 State Championship Game
- Have coached several athletes who have went on to continue their careers at the next level in my 6 seasons with North Marion Football
- Have coached multiple First Team All State athletes in football since the 2018 season.
- Was an assistant on the 2017-18 Barrackville Lady Bison staff that finished 3rd in the Mason-Dixon Conference Tournament in 2018
- Coached numerous girls basketball players in middle school that went on to be First Team All State players, AAA State Champions in 2022, and MEC Girl's Basketball players in college as of the 2023-24 season.
- 45-19 record as the Head Freshman Boy's Basketball Coach from 2019-2024 including 13-2 vs Marion County rivals
- Never a losing season as Head Freshman Boy's Basketball Coach
- Have coached several boy's players as freshman who have went on to be All Big 10 players as well as Sectional and Regional Champions and State Tournament qualifiers.
Additional Information
References
Steven Harbert
- Current Head Boy's Basketball Coach - North Marion High School
- Current Assistant Football Coach - North Marion High School
- Former Head Boy's Basketball Coach - Bryan Station High School (Kentucky)
- 304 816 0816
- sharbert@cedfairmont.com
Tim Murphy
- Former Head Men's Basketball Coach - Fairmont State University
- Former Head Boy's Basketball Coach - Logan High School
- Former Assistant Boy's Basketball Coach - North Marion High School
- 304 685 5500
- timothy.murphy@k12.wv.us
Tony Michalski
- Director of Marion County Parks and Recreation
- 304 363 7037
- info@mcparc.com
Timeline
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
North Marion High School
06.2019 - 04.2024
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
North Marion High School
06.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Marion County Technical Center
06.2018 - Current
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Barrackville Middle School
06.2017 - 04.2018
Assistant Football Coach
Calhoun County Middle-High School
06.2016 - 06.2017
Summer Playground Program Coordinator
Marion County Parks And Recreation
05.2014 - Current
Assistant Football Coach
Morgantown High School
06.2013 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
West Virginia University
High School Diploma -
Fairmont Senior High School
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