J.R. Manning
Centerton
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Year 6
SOAR Academy
Fayetteville
08.2024 - Current
- Encouraged positive behavior through praise and constructive criticism when necessary.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Developed and implemented creative physical education activities to engage students in a variety of sports, games, and fitness exercises.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to coordinate Physical Education curriculum with core academic subjects.
Year 5
McNair Middle School
Fayetteville
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Taught 5th grade Health and Physical Education across four sections
- Led and structured 14 units throughout the school year
- Achieved archery recertification and introduced it to students
- Headed 'WIN' time (What I Need) for multiple pods and advisory classes
- Managed lunch detention duties and facilitated student behavior management
Year 2-4
Washington Elementary
Fayetteville
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Taught Health and Physical Education for grades K-1
- Utilized TAC, eSchool, and School Status to manage student performance and communicate with parents
- Led the annual Kids Heart Challenge and Bike Education units
- Managed daily bus duty and collaborated on implementing new PE equipment using ACT funds
- Developed virtual teaching skills during the COVID-19 academic year (2020-2021)
Year 1
Hampton School District
Hampton
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Taught Physical Education to students K-8
- Initiated new PE equipment purchases, including basketballs, hula hoops, and a Pickleball set
- Contributed to policy development for recess and safety
- Participated in four professional development workshops to further education and coaching strategies
Assistant Coach – 9th Grade Boys and Girls Track
Fayetteville High School
Fayetteville
08.2019 - Current
- I coached hurdles, sprints, and relays, with a specialization in hurdles.
- Assisted in planning and organizing structured practices.
- Worked with athletes to improve performance, monitor progress, and develop individualized training programs.
- Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
Assistant Coach – Senior High Softball
Hampton High School
Hampton
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Organized and led daily, structured practices.
- Recorded stats for batters, base runners, and pitchers, and provided feedback to improve performance.
- Developed and implemented training programs tailored to athletes' needs, enhancing team performance.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
Head Coach – Jr. High Football
Hampton High School
Hampton
08.2018 - 06.2019
- I took over the head coaching position on short notice and successfully transitioned from a Triple Option offense to a Spread offense.
- Coached a team of 17 athletes, and achieved a notable win against a conference opponent.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
Assistant Coach – Senior High Football
Hampton High School
Hampton
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Coached wide receivers and defensive backs, and assisted with offensive strategies as the Assistant Offensive Coordinator.
- Helped develop the game day script and strategy.
- Experience with Hudl Mercury and Hudl Sideline for game analysis.
- Contributed to an 8-2 season record and a quarter-final appearance in the state playoffs.
Assistant Coach – Jr. High Track
Russellville Junior High School
Russellville
03.2018 - 04.2018
- Coached athletes in various track disciplines, focusing on hurdles and sprints.
- Recorded times and performance metrics to track athlete progress.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
Interning Assistant Coach – 7th Grade Basketball
Mayflower High School
Mayflower
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Helped run off-season practices and drills.
- Motivated players to strive for their best and improve individual skills.
Interning Assistant Coach – Football
Mayflower High School
Mayflower
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in weekly game planning, practice schedule, and execution
- Recorded game stats and supported drill execution during practices
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05.2018
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Technology Proficiency
- Classroom management
- Physical Education Curriculum Design
- Communication
- Athlete training
- Behavior management
Certification
- Praxis Core, Passed, 01/15
- Praxis II Health/PE, Passed, 05/17
- PLT, Passed, 04/18
- Teaching License, 01/23, 12/27
- NASP Archery Certified 10/11/2024
Professional Development
Attended multiple workshops to enhance teaching and coaching methods, including the integration of technology and new physical education strategies.
Accomplishments
- Trained relays teams to achieve personal bests in 4x100m and 4x200m races.
- Improved athletes' speed, baton handoff efficiency, and race strategy.
- Boys' 4x100m Relay won the NWA JH Conference race in 2024
- Had both Boy's and Girl's High Point Winner
Timeline
Year 6
SOAR Academy
08.2024 - Current
Year 5
McNair Middle School
05.2023 - 07.2024
Year 2-4
Washington Elementary
08.2019 - 07.2023
Assistant Coach – 9th Grade Boys and Girls Track
Fayetteville High School
08.2019 - Current
Assistant Coach – Senior High Softball
Hampton High School
02.2019 - 06.2019
Head Coach – Jr. High Football
Hampton High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Year 1
Hampton School District
07.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Coach – Senior High Football
Hampton High School
07.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Coach – Jr. High Track
Russellville Junior High School
03.2018 - 04.2018
Interning Assistant Coach – 7th Grade Basketball
Mayflower High School
10.2017 - 12.2017
Interning Assistant Coach – Football
Mayflower High School
08.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Arkansas Tech University
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