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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Rodney McCorkle

Florence,SC

Summary

With a robust background in educational leadership at Marion County School District, I excel in fostering positive environments and spearheading improvement initiatives. My expertise in data analysis and exceptional communication skills have significantly enhanced program effectiveness and stakeholder engagement. I am adept at driving strategic goals with a keen focus on organizational excellence and community service.


Educational leader with strong background in administration, curriculum implementation, and student engagement. Proven ability to foster collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Adept at adapting to evolving educational needs and ensuring that team meets high standards. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Marion County School District
07.2023 - Current
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.

Assistant Director of Saturday Academy

Marion County School District
02.2023 - 05.2023

Assisted the Director with the overall functioning of the Saturday Academy. I was specifically responsible for the oversight and supervision of classroom teachers at two of the Middle Schools in the district.

Assistant Principal

Marion County School District
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
  • Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Developed subject and grade leaders to advance oversight and improve instruction.

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher

Marion County School District
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.

Senior Pastor

Manning Baptist Church
02.2014 - Current
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.

Teaching Assistant

Marlboro County School District
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.

Senior Pastor

Mount Olive Baptist Church
03.2010 - 12.2013
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.

Senior Pastor

First Community Baptist Church
09.1995 - 03.2010
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.

Education

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
07.2021

Doctor of Ministry - Church Leadership

Apex School Of Theology
Durham, NC
05.2016

Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministry

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Belmont Abbey College
Belmont, NC
05.2010

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Decision-Making
  • Excellent Communication
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Data Collection and Analysis

Accomplishments

2019-2020 Marion County School District Emerging Teacher of the Year

Affiliations

5412 - Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision

5623 - PLT: Grades 5-9

5089 - Middle School Social Studies

Timeline

Principal

Marion County School District
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Director of Saturday Academy

Marion County School District
02.2023 - 05.2023

Assistant Principal

Marion County School District
07.2021 - 06.2023

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher

Marion County School District
08.2018 - 06.2021

Teaching Assistant

Marlboro County School District
08.2016 - 06.2017

Senior Pastor

Manning Baptist Church
02.2014 - Current

Senior Pastor

Mount Olive Baptist Church
03.2010 - 12.2013

Senior Pastor

First Community Baptist Church
09.1995 - 03.2010

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

American College of Education

Doctor of Ministry - Church Leadership

Apex School Of Theology

Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministry

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

Belmont Abbey College
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