Dana Rhea
Belden
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
North Pontotoc High School
Ecru
08.2021 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum with state education standards.
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Kossuth High School
Corinth
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed lesson plans that engaged students and promoted interactive learning.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects and activities.
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Tupelo High School
Tupelo
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Designed lesson plans that engaged students and promoted interactive learning.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects and activities.
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Nettleton School District
Nettleton
08.2000 - 06.2015
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Designed lesson plans that engaged students and promoted interactive learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS 08.1997 - 05.2000
Skills
- Strategic Planning: Designing multi-year academic curricula and athletic program strategies
- Event Planning: Coordinating complex travel schedules, game day operations, tournaments, and daily calendars
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensuring strict adherence to district policies, safety regulations, and athletic association bylaws
- Resource & Budget Management: Allocating funds, managing equipment inventory, and organizing fundraising initiatives
- Talent Development: Identifying high-potential individuals and preparing them for advanced or leadership roles
- Differentiated Coaching: Adapting training styles to fit different learning speeds, personalities, and skill levels
- Team Building & Mentorship: Training and motivating diverse players to achieve high performance
- Crisis Management: Staying calm and leading effectively through safety protocols, fast-moving games, or public scrutiny
- Conflict Resolution: Mediating disputes including player and parental conflicts under high pressure situations
Accomplishments
- 6 time state champion
- Multiple appearances in the north state championships
- Multiple division championships
- Daily journal coach of the year
- 2 time North Ms Coaches Association coach of the year
Timeline
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
North Pontotoc High School
08.2021 - 06.2026
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Kossuth High School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Tupelo High School
08.2015 - 06.2020
Teacher/Head Varsity Softball Coach
Nettleton School District
08.2000 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi State University
08.1997 - 05.2000