Delbert Rossiter
Lone Grove
Summary
Strategic and student-centered educational leader with 13 years in public education, including 5 years as a secondary principal in a rural district. Proven ability to lead school improvement, strengthen culture, and manage complex operations. Holds Superintendent Certification and an Educational Specialist degree, with dissertation in progress at Oklahoma State University. Brings a disciplined, mission-focused leadership approach shaped by extensive military service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal (HS/MS)
Turner Public School
01.2021 - Current
- Lead all campus operations, including instruction, personnel, budgeting, and compliance
- Supervise and develop staff to improve instructional quality and student outcomes
- Implement data-driven practices to guide academic and organizational decisions
- Strengthen school culture through recognition systems, extracurricular support, and community engagement
- Coordinate safety planning, crisis response, and district/state reporting requirements
Agricultural Education Instructor
Turner Public School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Agricultural Education Instructor
Kellyville High School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Agricultural Education Instructor
Turner Public School
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Delivered CTE curriculum while building leadership capacity through FFA programs and student engagement
Agricultural Education Instructor
Cashion High School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Education
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - School Administration
Oklahoma State University
05-2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Oklahoma State University
07-2013
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- School Culture & Climate
- Staff Development
- Community Engagement
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Student Achievement
Certification
- Oklahoma Superintendent Certification
- Oklahoma Principal Certification
- Agricultural Education
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP READINESS
- Strong background in rural education and community-centered leadership
- Experience aligning instruction, operations, and culture to improve student outcomes
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage resources, and implement strategic initiatives
- Committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
MILITARY LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Inspector General NCO — 353rd CACOM (USAR) | 2025–Present -Lead inspections and investigations; advise leadership on organizational effectiveness
- Drill Sergeant — 95th Training Division (USAR) | 2008–2025 -Trained and mentored soldiers; developed leadership capacity and discipline
- Paratrooper — 82nd Airborne Division | 2005–2008
Timeline
Principal (HS/MS)
Turner Public School
01.2021 - Current
Agricultural Education Instructor
Turner Public School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Agricultural Education Instructor
Kellyville High School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Agricultural Education Instructor
Turner Public School
01.2014 - 01.2017
Agricultural Education Instructor
Cashion High School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - School Administration
Oklahoma State University
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Oklahoma State University