Tyler Gahr
Jonesboro
Summary
Passionate coach and teacher dedicated to igniting personal motivation and self-assurance through impactful training and skills enhancement. Utilizes a hands-on leadership approach, fostering trust and ensuring the well-being of student-athletes. Firmly believes that consistency in culture, player development, and effective communication of play outcomes are the key ingredients for coaching success. As an educator, believes that establishing a strong rapport is essential for students to achieve meaningful learning experiences. Has been part of highly successful collegiate programs, including a renowned Division 2 program, two prominent football programs in the state, and a thriving wrestling program.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant/ Head Wrestling Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Coached players to boost confidence and enhance abilities.
- Managed yearly operating budget for wrestling program..
- Complied with rules and regulations set by institutions and leagues.
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Tripled roster size in two years using in-school promotional strategies.
- Developed strength and conditioning program to bolster performance in athletes.
- Maintained and shown professional rapport with parents and guardians.
Secondary Science Teacher
Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior, and bullying.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Assistant High School Football Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
06.2020 - Current
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Oversaw all technology for football operations i.e. cameras, sideline iPads, etc.
Assistant Football Coach/Head Track and Field Coach
Warren High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Maintained positive community and parent relations to build strong athletic support networks.
- Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
- Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviors.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
Secondary Science Teacher
Warren High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
Landscape Laborer
Self Employed
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features with my own supplies I provided
- Also helped in the maintenance and building of a clients shop
- I worked this service on my own for a summer
Part Time Sales Associate
ACE Hardman Lumber Company
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Handled lumber and hardware sales and customer services within the store
- Collaborated with team to complete store maintenance, stocking, merchandising and upkeep
- I worked there for three summer breaks while attending college
Temporary Worker
Riceland Foods Inc.
05.2014 - 07.2014
- General utilities work in the dryer portion of the Jonesboro plant
- Cleared storage buildings and loaded trucks with the rice
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Kinesiology And Education, Emphasis in Biology
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR01.2019
Skills
- Loyal
- Diligent
- Responsible and reliable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Sports injuries trained
- Self-motivated
- Team building
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Quick Learner
- Leadership Skills
- Effective communication
- Team budgeting
- Player evaluations
- Game strategy planning
- Competitive program management
- Athlete safety
- Athletic training plan development
Accomplishments
- 2014; 2017; 2018 GAC Conference Champion
- 2014; 2016; 2017; 2018 NCAA Division 2 National Championship Appearances
- 2020 6A East Football Conference Champions
- 2023 5 6A Central Conference Finalists; 3 State Finalists; 1 State Champion in Wrestling
- 2024 7 6A Central Conference Finalists; 2 State Finalists in Wrestling
Certification
- Middle School Science Grades 4-8
- Biology Life Science Grades 7-12
- Physical Education and Health Grades K-12
- Coaching Grades K-12
Timeline
Assistant/ Head Wrestling Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Secondary Science Teacher
Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Assistant High School Football Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
06.2020 - Current
Assistant Football Coach/Head Track and Field Coach
Warren High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Secondary Science Teacher
Warren High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Landscape Laborer
Self Employed
05.2018 - 08.2018
Part Time Sales Associate
ACE Hardman Lumber Company
05.2015 - 08.2017
Temporary Worker
Riceland Foods Inc.
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Middle School Science Grades 4-8
- Biology Life Science Grades 7-12
- Physical Education and Health Grades K-12
- Coaching Grades K-12
Bachelor Of Arts - Kinesiology And Education, Emphasis in Biology
Ouachita Baptist University
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