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Chad Ikerd

Dalton,GA

Summary

Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record at Southeast Whitfield High School, excelling in strategic planning and team management. Skilled in player development and effective parent communication, I foster a culture of dedication and achievement, enhancing student performance and engagement in both academics and athletics.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Science Teacher

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2018 - Current
  • Current Honors-level and AP Biology instructor
  • Other Courses Taught: Chemistry, Forensic Science, and Physical Science
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.

Head Baseball Coach

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program.
  • Conducted practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
  • Managed team budget, documented expenditures and coordinated with volunteers and staff to push fundraising efforts.

Assistant Baseball Coach

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Assisted head coach in baseball practice and game planning, skill development, and upkeep of field
  • Acted as Hitting Coach and Infield Coach
  • Managed strength training and conditioning programs to help players maintain prime physical condition throughout season and off-season.

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Champions of Dalton
01.2016 - 05.2018
  • Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
  • Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
  • Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and sport skill.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients on topics related to coaching.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Shorter University
Rome, GA
05.2014

Master of Arts - Secondary Biology Education

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
07-2018

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Parent communication
  • Team management
  • Player development
  • Schedule development

Certification

  • Georgia Teaching Certifications include: Biology (Field 750), Science (Field 748), and Gifted In-Field (Field 881)
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Biology certification through College Board
  • Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) trained and certified
  • USA Baseball Coach "A" and "B" certified; USA Baseball "Infield Development" certified; USA Baseball "Coaching the Basics of Hitting" certified.
  • Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, and Certified Performance Enhancement Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

Timeline

Head Baseball Coach

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2022 - Current

Science Teacher

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2018 - Current

Assistant Baseball Coach

Southeast Whitfield High School
08.2018 - 05.2021

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Champions of Dalton
01.2016 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Shorter University

Master of Arts - Secondary Biology Education

Kennesaw State University

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