Raven Hampton
Teacher
Ruston
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Girls Jr. Varsity Basketball Head Coach
Bienville Parish School Board
Arcadia , LA
8 2019 - Current
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Bienville Parish School Board
Arcadia, LA
08.2018 - Current
- 2023-2024 Division IV Louisiana High School Athletics Association State Girls' Basketball Champions: Assistant Coach
- Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
- Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services when needed.
Jr. High English Teacher
Bienville Parish School Board
Arcadia , LA
01.2018 - Current
- Instructed more than 50 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gibsland-Coleman High School
Gibsland, LA 08.2008 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - History
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA 08.2012 - 12.2017
Master of Arts - Education
Apel Alternative Teaching Certification Program
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Sports Administration
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA 10.2021 - Current
Skills
Performance improvements
Team Training
Exercise planning
Collaboration
Adaptability
Athlete safety
Consistent progress in state assessment tests
Individualized instruction
Classroom management
Lecturing
Middle school education
Timeline
Master of Arts - Sports Administration
Grambling State University
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Bienville Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current
Jr. High English Teacher
Bienville Parish School Board
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Grambling State University
08.2012 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Gibsland-Coleman High School
08.2008 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Education
Apel Alternative Teaching Certification Program
05.2001 -
Girls Jr. Varsity Basketball Head Coach
Bienville Parish School Board
8 2019 - Current