Rita S. Hohman
Kennesaw
Summary
Senior education administrator with 35+ years of progressive experience in academic leadership and music education. Proven track record in curriculum development, teacher mentoring, and program innovation. Expertise in: Educational Leadership & Administration Curriculum Development & Implementation Faculty Mentoring & Professional Development Student Engagement & Program Creation School Community Building Educational Technology Integration Committed Assistant Principal with background in educational leadership and staff development. Managed academic programs, facilitated school-wide initiatives, and fostered positive learning environments. Strengths include strategic planning, team collaboration, and communication skills. Significant contributions to previous work include enhancing student performance and improving teacher effectiveness through innovative strategies and leadership.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Marietta
01.2018 - Current
- Lead administrative operations for K-8 Catholic school, focusing on academic excellence and spiritual growth
- Direct curriculum development and implementation across all grade levels
- Manage comprehensive admissions process, including testing and recruitment initiatives
- Lead New Teacher Mentoring Program, providing differentiated support for novice and experienced educators
- Coordinate school-wide religious and academic events, including retreats and archdiocesan activities
- Oversee Before/After Care programs and extracurricular activities
- Create and maintain master academic schedules for faculty and students
- Participate in school re-accreditation process (2018)
K-8 MUSIC TEACHER & PROGRAM COORDINATOR
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Marietta
01.2001 - 01.2018
- Developed and implemented innovative band and strings programs
- Created project-based learning opportunities, including student-led Christmas productions
- Facilitated student music ministry programs for masses, retreats, and archdiocesan events
- Served as Enrichment Area Teacher Coordinator
- Led New Teacher Program, providing comprehensive induction support
MUSIC EDUCATOR
01.1984 - 01.2001
- Pioneered Suzuki Violin String program across multiple schools
- Created and implemented writing opera programs with community presentations
- Developed diverse music programs accommodating general, gifted, and resource students
- Established successful before/after school enrichment programs
Education
Tier Certification -
METRO RESA ILEAD RESIDENCY PROGRAM
01.2018
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership, Ethics and Multiculturalism
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2015
B.A.M.E. - Music Education (K-12)
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
01.1983
Skills
- Education administration
- Admissions management
- Schedule management
- Teacher mentoring
- Community engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Behavior management
- Crisis management
- Performance evaluations
- Organizational leadership
- Staff development
- Personnel management
- School improvement
- Personnel reviews
- Parent engagement and communication
- Standardized testing
- Program evaluation
- Faculty performance monitoring
- Discipline management
- Extracurricular activities
- Discipline and policy enforcement
- Data-driven instruction
- Training and mentoring
- Curriculum planning
- Teacher development
- School safety procedures and policies
- Teacher training
- Activity planning
- Program management
- School data evaluation
Affiliations
- NCEA
- ASCD
- National Association of Music Educators
- Georgia Music Education Association
- National Orff-Schulwerk Association (Level I-II-III Certification)
- National Catholic Education Association
Certifications Professional Development
- SAIS Mentoring Program, Class 1, 2010
- Principal Formation Class, 2008, 2016
- Archdiocesan Accreditation Team Participant, 2015
- Orff-Schulwerk Certification, University of North Florida, 1995
Awards Recognition
- Grammy Teacher Nominee, 2013
- Archdiocesan Employee of the Year, 2007
- Turner Broadcast Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2007
- Multiple Teacher of the Year Awards, 1987, 1991, 1998
Timeline
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
01.2018 - Current
K-8 MUSIC TEACHER & PROGRAM COORDINATOR
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
01.2001 - 01.2018
MUSIC EDUCATOR
01.1984 - 01.2001
Tier Certification -
METRO RESA ILEAD RESIDENCY PROGRAM
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership, Ethics and Multiculturalism
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
B.A.M.E. - Music Education (K-12)
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
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