resume - kenny hodges - updated 7.10.2015
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Kenneth W. Hodges108 Robinson St.
Auburndale, FL [email protected] (personal)
Home: (863) 967-4581; Cell: (863) 412-7649
EDUCATIONDoctoral CandidateDoctor of Education, Teacher LeadershipEmphasis in Exceptional Student Education
June 2009 – PresentAnticipated graduation date – September 2015
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
Lesson Study Facilitator July 2013 - PresentPolk County School Board, Bartow, FL
Learning Focused Strategies Day 1 – 4 Certified Trainer May 2010Polk County School Board, Bartow, FL
Master of Education, Elementary Education December 2008Southeastern University, Lakeland, FLMasters Action Project: First Grade Thematic Mathematics Curriculum Development Rafiki Foundation, Inc.
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (Finance Concentration) December 1994Florida Southern College, Lakeland, FL
Associate of Arts Degree, Business Administration July 1992Polk Community College, Winter Haven, FL
AREAS OF CERTIFICATION July 2006 – June 2011
Florida Department of Education, Professional Teaching Certificate renewed July 2011 – June 2016Business Education (grades 6 – 12)Exceptional Student Education (grades K – 12) Elementary Education (grades K – 6)
TEACHING EXPERIENCECurriculum Specialist/Academic Intervention Facilitator (AIF)(Highly Effective Rated)
August 2007 – 2013
Karen M. Siegel AcademyPolk County School Board, Lake Alfred, FL
Conducted professional development training for faculty and staff Modeled effective instructional practices and lessons Promoted the implementation with fidelity an appropriate rigorous program of instruction Infused the use of educational technology in instruction Facilitated Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) / Lesson Study Supported teachers use of scientifically-based curriculum and instructional methods Analyzed student data Made recommendations to improve student performance Mentored new teachers Maintained professional relationships with fellow teachers, administrators, parents, district-
personnel
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE (continued)ESE Classroom Teacher (Highly Effective Rated)
August 2007 – August 2009August 2013 – Present
Karen M. Siegel AcademyPolk County School Board, Lake Alfred, FL
Taught ESE students with significant cognitive disabilities Prepared Language Arts/Reading curriculum targeting Florida Sunshine State Standard Access
Points Selected supplemental Reading and Language Arts curriculum components to enhance student
learning Prepared lesson plans and lectures, as well as create relevant, challenging assignments for
students Assessed student performance to ensure learning gains Maintained and analyzed related student data Served as Adult Transition Facilitator Facilitated Lesson Study professional development activities (school wide)
RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEHuman Resources Corporate/Management Positions April 1995 – September 2005Publix Super Markets, Inc.Corporate Office, Lakeland, FL
Managed Corporate Employment Office Held positions of Compensation Specialist and Assistant Payroll Manager Participated on corporate cross-functional Human Resources Project Teams Utilized project management protocols to complete Human Resource project initiatives Managed departmental associates
Adjunct Instructor January 2009 - PresentSoutheastern University, College of EducationLakeland, FL
Wrote new graduate and undergraduate courses Supervised interns while placed in local schools Taught on-line courses
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS Solicited and obtained approximately $8,000 from local businesses to fund our school’s Prom Served as department chair for the past five years Collaborated with elementary grade level teachers in writing standards-based reading lesson plans
using research-based teaching and learning strategies Developed and implemented a Moodle course integrating teacher resources into one location Facilitated professional learning communities (PLCs) for all grade levels Facilitated three lesson study cycles for each grade cluster throughout the school Coordinated and facilitated monthly parent meetings to build parent capacity on educational
topics such as Sunshine State Standard Access Points, Curriculum Programs, Communication, and Behavior Management
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PRESENTATIONSHodges, K. (2010). How to Create Detailed Lesson Plans Using Selected Learning Focused Strategies. Presented to the faculty of Karen M. Siegel Academy, Lake Alfred, FL.
Hodges, K., King, J., Williams, D. (2008). Mathematics Curriculum Development Practicum for Rafiki Foundation, Inc. Presented to the Southeastern University Faculty and Rafiki Foundation, Lakeland, FL.
Hodges, K., Swindle, D. (2010). Don’t Throw the Baby Out with the Bath Water. Presentation to the Florida Chapter of the Council of Exceptional Children during breakout session at state-wide convention. Clearwater, FL.
Hodges, K. (2008). Southeastern University Graduate Hooding Ceremony – Outstanding Graduate Student Achievement Award Presentation. Spoke at hooding ceremony by providing a reflection of the Graduate Elementary Education program and its impact on my life.
TECHNICAL SKILLSOperating Systems: Windows 365/Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000/98Educational Software: Smart Board Notebook, Blackboard, BoardMaker, Excent, MoodleOther Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Kappa Delta Pi August 2007 - 2009 Polk Education Association (PEA) July 2007 - Present Notary Public (State of Florida) Commission expires January 2018
HONORS/AWARDSAlumni Web Profile – Southeastern University (www.seu.edu)One of the rotating featured alumni profile on university’s website
Outstanding Education Graduate Student, Southeastern University Awarded to one graduate student in recognition of outstanding
performance in the graduate elementary education program.
October 2010
December 2008
American Legion School Award, Auburndale Senior High School Awarded to one male and female senior in recognition of outstanding
demonstration of character and leadership skills
June 1990
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REFERENCES
Academic
Ms. Patty LeBlanc, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorSoutheastern UniversityCollege of Education1000 Longfellow Blvd.Lakeland, FL 33801(863) [email protected]
Ms. Janet Deck, Ed.D.ChairSoutheastern UniversityCollege of Education1000 Longfellow Blvd.Lakeland, FL 33801(863) [email protected]
Professional
Ms. Donna SwindlePrincipalKaren M. Siegel Academy935 Evenhouse RoadLake Alfred, FL 33850(863) [email protected]
Ms. Lynn DwyerCorporate Distribution Administration ManagerPublix Super Markets, Inc.PO Box 407Lakeland, FL 33801-0407(863) 688-1188 ext. [email protected]