John Titus Ford
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Educational professional prepared to bring expertise and a focus on community to new role. Provided engaging and structured learning experiences, ensuring smooth transition for students. Emphasizes collaboration and flexibility to meet varying classroom needs. Known for effective communication and classroom management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Cincinnati Public Schools
11.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Owner / Director of Operations
LADS Entertainment LLC
07.2014 - Current
- Managed and led a team of 80+ employees across three different locations netting $3MM in revenue within 5 years. This was made possible through adaptability, teamwork, effective communication/listening, staying organized, developing and hiring talent, and creating an inclusive and positive company culture
- Collaborated with business partners in weekly meetings to set goals for future expansion of the business which included creating and analyzing budgets through P&L reports, scouting potential new business ventures, and evaluating existing opportunities for growth/cost efficiencies, leading us to opening 2 more businesses within 4 years of operation
- Managed the execution and strategy of opening new business locations, demonstrating strong project management skills through strategically hiring staff, and sourcing essential supplies and cutting-edge technology through collaborative business partnerships, resulting in highly efficient and successful operations at each site.
- Conducted weekly managerial meetings to enhance operational efficiency, review customer satisfaction and profit metrics, review employee satisfaction, analyze growth opportunities, and assess product quality which resulted in improved an efficient and empowered management staff, enhanced company culture, and 10% increase in annual business opportunities
- Developed and trained 8 managers over 9 years, fostering their effectiveness and leadership through weekly group managerial meetings and 1:1 training sessions on conflict resolution SOPs, employee management, and daily operations oversight for their respective locations
- Collaborated with local nonprofits to raise awareness for their community causes, fostering stronger neighborhood relationships
Mathematics Teacher
Queens Vocational & Technical High School
09.2005 - 09.2007
- Significantly improved standardized Math test scores for 100+ students each year in a high needs school through positive leadership and engaging lesson plans that were well suited to a wide range of learning styles
- Communicated and worked closely with fellow teachers to improve each student’s chances for success through daily team meetings and 1:1 conversations
- Kept records on each student for bi-monthly assessments that kept expectations high and elucidated routes to achievement
Artist
Self-employeed
01.2007 - Current
- Self taught over the last 15 years in how to create drawings and paintings with oil paints, pencil and pen
- Sold over $20,000 in paintings, created and executed independent murals at 3 locations (’12 - ’15)
- Instagram - @johntitusford
Education
Master of Fine Art -
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Cincinnati, OH06.2024
Master of Arts - Certificate of Mathematics
St. John’s University
Queens, NY06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business minor
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2005
Skills
- Organization
- Time management
- Agile methodologies
- Swim Coach
- Soccer Coach
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Training & Development
- Communication/Collaboration
- Data Analytics/Numerical Comprehension
- Creative/Innovative thinking
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Quickbooks
Certification
- Ohio Board of Education Certification in Secondary Math Education
Languages
German
Limited Working
Interests
Soccer
Swimming
Art
Disc Golf
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cincinnati Public Schools
11.2025 - Current
Owner / Director of Operations
LADS Entertainment LLC
07.2014 - Current
Artist
Self-employeed
01.2007 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Queens Vocational & Technical High School
09.2005 - 09.2007
Master of Fine Art -
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Master of Arts - Certificate of Mathematics
St. John’s University
Bachelor of Arts - Business minor
Ohio State University