Russell Malone
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Dynamic educator and coach with a history of fostering student achievement and athletic excellence. Specializes in collaborating with colleagues and team development to achieve academic growth and to earn numerous team championships. Recognized as a professional willing to work with the organization to attain success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Christian County Middle School
Hopkinsville, KY
06.2024 - Current
- Currently 8th Grade US History Teacher.
- Working with colleagues through PLC's to improve student performance.
- Enrolled in WKU/CCPS Leadership Cohort.
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Todd County Central High School
Elkton, KY
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Social Studies scores improved 5.4 points to assist TCCHS to Green Level status.
- Served as US History Teacher and Head Boys Basketball Coach.
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
West Creek High School
Clarksville, TN
06.2014 - 05.2023
- Most career wins as a head coach at West Creek High School (103).
- Level 5 Growth in US History 2019 and 2022.
- US History Growth ranked 18th in state of Tennessee in 2016.
- Teacher Level of Effectiveness score 5 in 2016 and 2017.
- Served as US History Teacher, Head Boys Basketball Coach, and Assistant Athletic Director.
Teacher and Basketball Coach
Trigg County High School
Cadiz, KY
06.2011 - 05.2014
- 2014 56.7% of US History Students scored Proficient/Distinguished on EOC Exam.
- Served as Special Education and US History Teacher, Boys and Girls Assistant Coach, Girls Head Basketball Coach, and Assistant Athletic Director.
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Northwest High School
Clarksville, TN
06.2008 - 05.2011
- Posted first post-season win for Northwest Basketball since 2004.
- Served as Social Studies Teacher, Boys Head Basketball Coach, and Assistant Athletic Director.
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Warren East High School
Bowling Green, KY
06.2004 - 05.2008
- 2008 posted the first winning season for Warren East H.S. since 2000 with an 18-10 record.
- Averaged 16 wins in 2006-07 and 2007-08.
- Defeated Warren Central H.S. (2005 KY State Champion, 2006 KY State Runners-Up, and 2007 KY State Semi-Finalist) during the 2008 season for the first time since 1989.
- Served as Special Education and Social Studies Teacher, and Head Boys Basketball Coach.
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Hopkinsville High School
Hopkinsville, KY
07.1999 - 05.2004
- 2004 2nd Region Runners-Up and 8th District Champions.
- 2003 State Semi-Finalist, 2nd Region and 8th District Champions, ranked #1 State of KY; 33-3 Record.
- 2001 8th District Champions.
- Raised CATS Scores in Social Studies 14 points over five years.
- Served as Social Studies Teacher and Boys Junior Varsity Coach.
Teacher and Basketball Coach
Franklin-Simpson High School
Franklin, KY
06.1996 - 06.1999
- 1998 13th District Champions (Girls).
- 1995 and 1996 13th District Champions (Boys).
- Served as Special Education Teacher and Junior Varsity Girls Coach/Freshmen Boys Coach.
Education
Master of Science - Recreation And Athletic Administration
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05.2018
Rank II - Special Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Teacher Education
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12.1995
High School Diploma -
Portland High School
Portland, TN05.1991
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Management and Instruction
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student Assessment
- Growth Mindset
- Team Development
- Facility Management
- Program Leadership
- Game Preparation
- Safety Awareness
- Special Events Planning
Certification
- Option 6 Eligibility for Alternate Certification in Educational Leadership.
- Kentucky Professional Certificate in the Areas of Social Studies (8-12), History, Geography, and Political Science.
- Kentucky Professional Certificate for Teaching Exceptional Children-Learning and Behavioral Disorders Primary-12th Grade.
- Tennessee Professional License in the Areas of History, World Geography and Government
Timeline
Teacher
Christian County Middle School
06.2024 - Current
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Todd County Central High School
06.2023 - 05.2024
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
West Creek High School
06.2014 - 05.2023
Teacher and Basketball Coach
Trigg County High School
06.2011 - 05.2014
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Northwest High School
06.2008 - 05.2011
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Warren East High School
06.2004 - 05.2008
Teacher and Boys Basketball Coach
Hopkinsville High School
07.1999 - 05.2004
Teacher and Basketball Coach
Franklin-Simpson High School
06.1996 - 06.1999
Master of Science - Recreation And Athletic Administration
Western Kentucky University
Rank II - Special Education
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Teacher Education
Western Kentucky University
High School Diploma -
Portland High School