Blake Smith
Wichita,KS
Summary
Very unique combination of proven educational leader and award-winning public relations experience. Driven, dynamic, and detail-oriented team player looking to join a company with the same dedication and passion for our clients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Principal
Newton High School
07.2022 - Current
- Lead a high school of 1,000 students and 200 staff by cultivating positive relationships and culture, and growing outreach with the community.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Assistant Principal
Newton High School
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Partnered with principal to lead school of 1,000 students and 200 staff, concentrating on alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Department Head & Science Teacher
Maize South High School
08.2010 - 07.2019
- Taught Earth Science, Biology, Meteorology, and Emerging Technologies to more than 130 students each year (Freshmen - Seniors).
- Managed department of 9 teachers from all science content.
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
- Cultivated collaborative, performance-oriented culture to keep team motivated and enthusiastic about achieving shared goals.
- Led regular meetings with teachers to convey important operational information and new targets.
Meteorologist & Reporter
KAKE-TV
11.2007 - 06.2017
- Broadcast Meteorologist for ABC station in Wichita (DMA 70).
- Broadcast to nearly 450,000 homes, covering two-thirds of Kansas.
- Performed community outreach through public appearances, school visits and station tours to increase station awareness.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with individuals in public relations field through exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Anchored live weather segments, as well as played an active role in covering severe weather situations.
- Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
Lecturer
Wichita State University
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Taught more than 60 "new to service" teachers through the Transition to Teaching Program at Wichita State University.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration - Education Administration
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching - Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.2013
Bachelor of Science – Atmospheric Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2002
Skills
- Customer Service-Focused
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Media Relations
- Educational Leadership
- Personable and Friendly
- Team Collaboration
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Public Speaking
Awards Recognition
- Shining Star Award - Maize USD 266 (2017)
- Celebrating Excellence in Education Award - Maize USD 266 (2014)
- Kansas Horizon Award - Kansas Department of Education (2011)
References
Fred Van Ranken, Superintendent, Newton USD 373
fred.vanranken@usd373.org, 316-284-6200
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Jay Prater, Chief Meteorologist, KAKE-TV
JPrater@kake.com, 316-946-1331
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Betty Schmidtberger, Former Administrative Assistant, Newton High School
betschmidtberger@gmail.com, 316-727-1213
Timeline
Head Principal
Newton High School
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal
Newton High School
07.2019 - 07.2022
Lecturer
Wichita State University
08.2015 - 12.2016
Department Head & Science Teacher
Maize South High School
08.2010 - 07.2019
Meteorologist & Reporter
KAKE-TV
11.2007 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Educational Administration - Education Administration
Emporia State University
Master of Arts - Teaching - Education
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science – Atmospheric Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
University of Arizona
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