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Ronald Scott Hoskins
744 W. Accipiter Circle, Clarksville, TN 37043
931-980-8133
Objective
I am looking to contribute to a dynamic company where I can use my skills in technology, relationship building, communication, and writing in order to help the company meet and surpass its goals.
Education
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
o Education Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) in Educational Technology, Technology in Schools Concentration, May 2014, GPA 4.0
Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, TN
O Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), August 2011, GPA 4.0
Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, TN
o Master’s in Education Degree (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership, May 2006, GPA 4.0
Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN
o Master of Arts Degree (M.A.) in English, August 1999, GPA 3.46
Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN
o Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) in English, May 1995, GPA 2.73
Professional Experience
Library Media Specialist, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Clarksville, TN, August 2010 – February 2013, April 2015-present; Metropolitan Nashville School System, Nashville, TN, October 2013 – April 2015
o Help pupils develop habits of independent reference work and skill in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments
o Support the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and technology
o Make library materials available to supplement the instructional program as well as provide materials for the professional growth of the faculty
o Collaborate with teachers in planning those assignments that lead to extended use of library resources of the school and the community
o Select audio-visual materials that support established instructional objectives
o Evaluate, select, and requisition new library materials and equipment
o Assist teachers in the selection of books, and other instructional materials
o Lead staff developments and in-services on the use of the library resources and technology in the curriculum
English Teacher, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Clarksville, TN; Ft. Campbell School System (DODEA), August 1998 – July 2010, February 2013 – October 2013
o Taught literature, writing, and grammar to all grades from 7 to 12
o Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills as they relate to interaction with students, parents, other teachers, administrators, and other school personnel
o Planned a program of study that met the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
o Created a classroom environment conducive to learning
o Analyzed and used data to guide instruction and develop assessments
o Prepared for assigned classes by writing formal lesson plans
o Established clear outcomes for all class work, projects, and lessons
o Used a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology
o Recognized potential learning disabilities of students and sought assistance of qualified personnel
o Maintained accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
o Used computer technology, including software and the internet, to promote interactive learning
Adjunct English Instructor, Hopkinsville Community College, Hopkinsville, KY August 2012 --May 2013
o Instructed traditional and non-traditional college students in freshman writing
o Incorporated the Blackboard learning management system into course
o Established clear outcomes for all assignments
o Used a variety of instructional strategies, including lecture, small group work, and peer learning
Academic (Literacy) Coach, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Clarksville, TN August 2006 -- May 2007
o Demonstrated teaching techniques, skills, and new concepts to faculty
o Assisted and mentored new teachers to ensure their success in the classroom
o Analyzed data alongside teachers to improve instruction
o Assisted in the development and revision of benchmark assessments
o Assisted in the development and revision of curriculum
o Provided staff development on instruction of technology
o Provided staff development on literacy instruction
o Provided training on standards-based classroom instruction
Leadership Roles
School Safety Committee, Communications Officer, West Creek High School, 2011-2013
School Improvement Program Committee Co-Chair, West Creek High School, 2011-2012
Aspiring Administrators Academy, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, 2008-2009
Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Passage/Item Reviewer, December 2008, June 2009, December 2009
School Improvement Program Committee Building Chairperson, West Creek Middle School, 2007-2008, 2008-2009
School Leadership Team, West Creek Middle School, 2008-2009
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System Textbook Adoption Committee, 2004-2005
Clarksville-Montgomery County School Benchmark Assessment Writing Team, 2003-2010
Presentations/Workshops Given
Presenter at Workshop for State of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, Summer 2010
o Workshop Title: Teaching the New Tennessee English/Language Arts Standards in Middle School
Two-time presenter at Tennessee Association of School Librarians Conference, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
o Presentation Title: The 21st-Century High-Tech Book Club, October 2012
o Presentation Title: The Blended Learning Book Club, September 2015
Presented in-services and staff developments on various educational topics
o Writing across the Content Areas; New Bloom’s Taxonomy; Incorporating Technology into Instruction; Text Clustering in the Library
Publications
“Just How Big Is Your Head?” Library Media Connection, October 2012
An article addressing the many hats that library media specialists must wear in order to be a 21st-century library media specialist
References
Available upon request