Ryan Smith is an experienced interscholastic athletic coach and teacher seeking a career in athletic administration. He has over 5 years of coaching experience in soccer and basketball. He holds a Master's degree in Athletic Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Middle Childhood Education. His most recent position is as a Title I teacher in the Canton City School District, where he tutors students and monitors their progress.

1. Ryan Matthew Smith
1519 11th Street NE
Massillon, OH 44646
330-268-2340 (cell) Ryan.m.smith@aol.com
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Experienced interscholastic & youth athletic soccer & basketball coach (5+ years)
Goal-oriented team leader, involved within (4) diverse school district leadership teams
Earned a final summative rating of “skilled” within the Ohio eTPES system for 2 reoccurring years
Demonstrates an understanding in professionalism, organization, building relationships, and communication
Dynamic understanding of the complexities within interscholastic athletics, marketing and management
EDUCATION
Ohio University Athens, OH
Master of Science in Athletic Administration December 2016
Major: Athletic Administration
GPA: 3.83/4.00
Course work: Studied and worked closely with the responsibilities of an athletic director. Analyzed professional
articles, debated controversial issues and policies, critiqued practiced doctrines, researched effective marketing
strategies and studied the success factors of national recognized athletic associations. Developed athletic
policies, publicized fundraising events, and managed an athletic budget. Studied the standards associated within
interscholastic athletic programs. National Interscholastic Athletic Administration Association (NIAAA)
affiliation. NIAAA Leadership Training Courses completed: (LTC 501, 502, 506, 511, 611, 707)
Malone University Canton, OH
Bachelor of Science Degree May 2013
Major: Middle Childhood Education (4-9)
Minor: Reading Endorsement (K-12)
GPA: 3.07/4.00
Key course work: Worked with a diverse range of students through field experiences, created curriculum based
upon ONLS standards, analyzed student data, created formative/summative assessments, practiced classroom
management skills, and took responsibility as a full-time teacher during student teaching.
Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN
Major: Undecided
WORK EXPERIENCE
Canton City School District Canton, OH
Title I Teacher September 2014 – Present
Taught instructional lessons that emphasized reading comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and contextual
clues. Worked in small group settings or in one-on-one sessions with Title I serviced students in the areas of
Reading. Also tutored high school students in the areas of Science and Social Studies in preparation for the
Ohio Graduation Tests. Worked with English Language Learners (ELLs) within a high school English recovery
program called Language Live. Was responsible for monitoring Title I student progression throughout the year.
Worked in a team setting, communicated with parents frequently and created professional relationships with
students.
Canton Local School District Canton, OH
Science Teacher (7th/8th – Sci.) August 2013 – May 2014
First-hand experience with classroom management, affiliating lesson plans with Ohio content standards,
conducting district assessments, interacting with students during state testing and developing curriculum based
units. Participated in professional development days, special-education meetings, parent-teacher conferences,

2. physical activity days, maintained a teacher based website and engaged in team grade level/department
meetings. Also coached 8th grade girls’ basketball during the 2013-2014 winter season: communicated with
parents, developed plays, cooperated with colleagues and staff members.
Perry Local School District Massillon, OH
Varsity Boys’ Soccer Assistant & Youth Coach July 2012 - Present
Formulated and regulated practices, weight-lifting courses, tactical skill sessions and scheduled games.
Cooperated with parents and built relationships with players/coaches. Participated at games, banquets, booster
meetings, fundraisers, and other sponsored events. Attended state scheduling events, district awards ceremonies
and organized community athletic events.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Freed-Hardeman University Men's Soccer Team: 2008 - 2009
• Malone University Men's Soccer Team: 2009 – 2012
• Upwards Youth Basketball Coach – 3-year volunteer
• Perry Youth Soccer Referee/Coach U-8/10: 2010-2012, 2015-2016
• Involved with Special Olympic Fair - Malone University 2009
• OSAYN “E” Soccer Coaching License

3. Cell: (330) 268-2340 Ryan Smith Ryan.m.smith@aol.com
References:
Minerva Morrow
Principal, Canton Digital Academy
401 14th Street SE, Canton, OH, 44707
Work: (330) 438-2500
Cell: (330) 284-8024
Email: minerva_m@ccsdistrict.org
Nick Stepanovich
Assistant Principal, Faircrest Memorial Middle School
616 Faircrest Street SW, Canton, OH, 44706
Work: (330) 484-8015
Cell: (330) 936-3880
Email: nicholas.stepanovich@cantonlocal.org
Gay Welker
Principal, Faircrest Memorial Middle School
616 Faircrest Street SW, Canton, OH, 44706
Work: (330) 484-8015
Cell: (330) 268-8334
Email: gay.welker@cantonlocal.org
Scott Campbell
Athletic Director, Perry High School
3737 13th St SW Massillon, OH 44646
Work: (330) 478-6159
Cell: (330) 478-6182
Email: scott.campbell@perrylocal.org
Patrick Downing
High School Boys Varsity Coach/ High School Teacher
3737 13th St SW Massillon, OH 44646
Work: (330) 477-3486
Cell: (330) 412-4339
Email: perrypanterssoccer@yahoo.com
Beth Clark Thomas
Education Professor, Malone University
2600 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44709
Work: (330) 471-8221
Email: bcthomas@malone.edu