RODNEY NORWOOD
**********@*****.***
Pickerington, Ohio 43147
OBJECTIVE
To serve in collaborative team setting where I can maximize leadership, mentoring, resolution, recruitment and project coordination skills in a professional environment that is solution oriented.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Serve as a proactive leader with refined business acumen and exemplary people skills. Facilitate a team approach to achieve organizational objectives, increase productivity and enhance employee morale. Use technical skills with the ability to easily grasp and put into application new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies. Provide dedication, innovative with self-motivated team player/builder. Exceptional leadership, organizational, oral/written communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem resolution skills. Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments.
EDUCATION/ SPECIAL TRAINING
Master of Education, Ohio Dominican University, Columbus, Ohio (August 2013) Curriculum and Instruction Bachelor of Business Administration, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan (April 1990). Major: Human Resource Management.
Special training: State of Ohio Teacher’s non-tax Teacher’s certificate (2003),
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TC Gate Magnet Coordinator Dohn Community Schools, Cincinnati, Ohio (August 2018 - current)
* Used as a Liaison for the school. Communicate with all levels director, teachers, and students.
* Administer career assessment to students to guide them and match the appropriate career field.
* Monitor students on college campus to assure they are giving proper attention to their workload.
Teacher Millennium Community Schools, Columbus, Ohio (August 2017 – July 2018)
* Create strategies that are designed for students with varies skill levels while assessing student’s growth.
* Deliver Assignments from Goggle Classroom to allow students to use various programs.
*.Differentiate lessons for each student and provide tutoring and intervention as needed.
Teacher Gahanna Christian Academy, Gahanna,, Ohio (December 2014- May 2016)
* Taught in Christian education with 6 - 9 grades. Assist in curriculum and instruction strategies.
* Devised strategies to ensure students meet state testing standards.
* Integrated technology into lessons to engage learners, including Smart Boards, Movie Markers, and Blogs
Teacher Harvest Prep, Canal Winchester, Ohio (December 2013-October 2014)
* Provide modifications, using multiple teaching strategies for learners from wide range of backgrounds,
including students with IEP’s and gifted learners.
* Established rapport with students and families from different cultural origins by creating positive
and respectful environment by encouraging continuous dialogue.
Teacher A Plus Arts Academy, Whitehall, Ohio (August 2010- July 2012)
* Responsible for the social studies department as it relates to economics, history, government,
and geography. Help students to maximize their skills through community projects and field trips.
* Demonstrated commitment to continued learning through active participation in professional
development opportunities, staff and departmental meetings.
Case Manager CDC Headstart of Franklin County, Inc. (January 2009 - April 2010)
* Duties include processing applications for families; family service assessments
* Work with many community organizations in Central Ohio, contacting and doing referrals.
Teacher George Washington Carver Academy, Columbus, Ohio (August 2005- August 2008)
* Prepared 6th grade students for the Ohio Achievement test while teaching 4 subjects (language, math,
social studies, and science).
* Recognized as Teacher of the Month in January 2007 for student encouragement and tutoring activities.
* Devised metrics to monitor student progress in all test standards, benchmarks, and indicators.
* Provided after school tutoring to ensure needed results. Teacher Liberty Christian Academy, Columbus, Ohio (August 2003- June 2005)
* The position involves teaching 5 subjects. Twelfth grade Economics, Business Mathematics
(accounting, investments, income & taxes, and banking), and Computers (Microsoft access, excel,
publisher, power point and word).
* Utilize ongoing informal and formal assessment to measure effectiveness of teaching and optimize
student learning, adapting instruction when needed.
* Designed units and lessons aligned with, or exceeding, Common Core State Standards for Social
Studies.
Procurement CDC Headstart, Columbus, Ohio (November 2001- August 2003)
* Assisted in developing and implementing policies and procedures for procurement department.
* Responsible for a warehouse containing over 2000 products that supports centers/sites
throughout Franklin County, maintaining inventory including loss prevention in warehouse.
* Devised and implemented strategies to improve operations and inventory control.
* Maximized budget by eliminating overstock and obsolete materials.
Inventory Control Manager Advantage Office Products Columbus Ohio (Aug. 1996 – Nov. 2001)
* Submitted bid proposal to the State of Ohio and won office supply contract
* Maintained 350 plus state accounts throughout Ohio.
* Review and evaluate vendor proposals for recommendations to Chief Operator.
* Reviewed delivery orders and evaluated availability, lead times, and order process needs.
* Responsible included accounting, budgetary management and records of company financial status.
Special Handling I/ Sales Victoria’s Secret Catalogue, Columbus, Ohio (Jan 1993 - July 1996)
* Loss prevention and protecting company assets
* Tracked special orders to ensure fulfillment and proper processing measures were being met.
* Saved company significant dollars while evaluating and verifying high risk orders linked to
fraudulent activities.
* Served as liaison between departments (Sales, customer services and special handling).
Department Manager Meijer, Inc., Ypsilanti, Michigan (May 1990 – September 1992)
* Interacted with wholesalers to gain considerable cost advantages.
* Maintained inventory levels using scanners and automated inventory management systems.
* Managed, trained, and set standards for two departments that had a combined 24 clerks.
* Consulted with buyers/specialist to determine floor model and maintain sales floor and backroom.
SPECIAL INTEREST
Ohio High School Athletic Association. Referee wrestling Class 1 official (since 2003)
Varsity letterman competing in College wrestling.
References: Available upon request