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CURRICULUM VITA J. Kenneth Young, Ph. D. [email protected] EDUCATION 2008 Ph.D., Educational Psychology, Baylor University, Waco, TX. Dissertation: Individual Differences as Predictors of Accidents in Early Adulthood. Chair: Professor A. Alexander Beaujean. 1999 M.Div., Theology, George W. Truett Seminary, Baylor University, Waco, TX. Graduated Cum Laude. 1991 B.S., Church Ministries, Specialization in Youth, Southwestern Assemblies of God University, Waxahachie, TX. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Fall 2015-Present Associate Professor (Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX). Tenured graduate faculty for doctoral program in educational leadership. Spring 2009- 2015 Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership (Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX). Tenure track graduate faculty for doctoral program in educational leadership. Spring 2010-Present Adjunct Professor (Baylor School of Social Work, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Taught undergraduate statistics to social work students. 2008-2010 Adjunct Professor (LEAD, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, Belton, TX). Taught doctoral classes in educational leadership program. 2007-2008 Graduate Student: Media Center Assistant (School of Education Media Center, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Provide computer and multimedia technical support to faculty and student body in Baylor School of Education. Facilitate training and support for student electronic portfolios. 2004-2007 Graduate Student: Evaluation Project Coordinator (Baylor Evaluation Services Center, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Responsible for designing and implementing program evaluations, writing and presenting Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 1 of 15 evaluation reports to constituents, developing qualitative and quantitative instruments for use in evaluations, disseminating findings to appropriate outlets. Skilled in both qualitative and quantitative methods of program evaluation and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. 2003-2004 Men’s Program Coordinator (Carenet Pregnancy Center of Central Texas, Waco, TX). Counseled/mentored birth fathers at pregnancy center and assisted birth fathers in setting educational and vocational goals. 1991-2003 Minister. Responsible for weekly sermon preparation and delivery, organizing weekly worship services, preparing for and teaching religious classes weekly, providing primary oversight and leadership to paid staff and volunteer leadership. Skilled in conflict resolution, pastoral counseling/spiritual direction, and developing relationships with various faith-based organizations within the community. TEACHING EXPERIENCE DOCTORAL LEVEL MODALITY Leadership Dynamics of Educational Leadership F2F Leadership Theories & Ethics F2F Organizational Change F2F Field-based Internship F2F Teaching/Instruction Adult Learning Theories F2F, Hybrid, Online Research Scholarly Writing I & II F2F, Hybrid, Online Quantitative Research I & 2 F2F, Hybrid, Online Advanced Quantitative Methods F2F Qualitative Research Methods F2F, Hybrid, Online Dissertation I-IV F2F, Hybrid, Online Doctoral Research Seminar (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F Experimental Design & Research Methods I (UMHB) F2F Experimental Design & Research Methods II (UMHB) F2F Diversity/Multicultural Cultural Influences on American Education F2F Diverse Learners F2F Diversity in Learning (UMHB) F2F MASTERS LEVEL Research Social Work Research Seminar I & II (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F, Online Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 2 of 15 Measurement & Evaluation (TA, Baylor School of Education) F2F Teaching/Instruction Schools as Learning Communities Online The Learning Process Online Human Growth & Development (TA, Baylor School of Education) F2F UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL Research Statistics for Social Workers (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F NON-UNIVERSITY Substitute Teacher: Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX (2000-2012) Substitute teacher for private PK-8 school. Taught variety of subjects and grade levels. Covenant Group Leader: George W. Truett Seminary, Baylor University, Waco, TX (2003-2004) Instructed and led seminary students in spiritual formation practices, as well as facilitated discussions regarding spiritual practices. Academic Mentor: Baylor University, Waco, TX (1998-1999) Mentored students who were on academic probation; topics included how to achieve good study habits, working with academic departments, and getting assistance from university accommodation center. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE UNIVERSITY LEVEL • Provided council to Provost about faculty, staff, and student support immediately following hurricane Harvey. • Established network of support systems between various entities at Lamar University and the surrounding communities in the aftermath of hurricane Harvey. COLLEGE LEVEL • Developed and administered Faculty Research Interest Survey to facilitate collaborative research in the College of Education at Lamar University. • Assisted in the development of mental health resources for faculty, staff, and students following hurricane Harvey. • Led nomination and election processes for Faculty Senate representatives and university councils/committees. • Assisted in the development of the college evaluation committee. • Addressed student issues associated with course/program performance. • Developed writing accountability group with College of Education faculty. • Co-wrote positon paper for online doctoral education prior to proposing an online doctoral program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. • Co-wrote Lamar University’s proposal to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board seeking approval for online doctoral program in educational leadership. DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM LEVEL Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 3 of 15 • Served as a liaison between the master’s program in educational leadership at Lamar University and students in Central Texas area. • Instrumental in developing the online doctoral program at Lamar University. • Collaboratively developed and implemented a leadership conference for doctoral students. • Developed and implemented strategic planning process for doctoral program in educational leadership to focus on global competency. • Developed and implemented evaluation process for doctoral program. • Developed new student orientation for doctoral program in educational leadership. • Developed and implemented new faculty mentoring for teaching, research, and service. • Developed various policies for doctoral program. • Developed alternatives to traditional dissertation process for Ed. D. • Developed and led the adoption process of new admissions criteria for the doctoral program in educational leadership at Lamar University. • Served as primary contact and decision maker for doctoral students in the hybrid program. • Recommended and developed the process for an annual dissertation award for students in the Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership program. SERVICE UNIVERSITY • Graduate Faculty Review Committee (2017-2019) • Faculty Senate (2014-2018) o Executive Committee (2017-2018) o Faculty Issues Committee (Co-Chair; 2017-2018) o Research and Development Committee (Co-Chair; 2014-2017) • SACs QEP Subcommittee (2017-2019) • SACs Faculty Committee (2017-2019) • University Athletic Council (2015-2016) • University Scholar Nomination Committee (2015) • Distinguished Faculty Fellowship (Research/Creative Activity) Committee (2014-2015) • Distinguished Faculty Fellowship (Teaching) Committee (2014-2015) • University Research Committee (2012-2014) • University Institutional Review Board (2012-Present) • Salary Administration Review Committee (2011-2013) COLLEGE • Strategic Planning Committee (2017-2018) o Scholarship Task Force Sub-Committee (2017-2018) o Personnel Committee (2018) • Commencement Planning Committee (2014-Present) • Faculty Marshal for Commencement (2009-Present) • Search Committees o Chair of Teacher Education Department (Chair; 2015) o Counseling Faculty (2010) o Educational Leadership Faculty (chair and committee; multiple years) • Online Operations Committee (2016) • Merit Award Committee (2016) • Newsletter Committee (2014-2016) • Educator Preparation Council (2012-2014) • Conn Chair for Gifted Education 3rd Year Review Committee (2011) • NCATE/CAEP Committee (2010-Present) o Selected Improvement Sub-Committee (Co-chair; 2016) • Online Doctorate Task Force (2009) Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 4 of 15 DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM • Doctoral Program Admissions Committee (2009-Present) • Educational Leadership representative for the College of Education Assessment Steering Committee (2014-2017) • Doctoral Program Evaluation Committee (Chair; 2010-2017) • Department Personnel Committee (2015-2016) • Dissertation Methodology Quality Control (2014-2016) • Leadership U Steering Committee (2014) • E. Jane Irons Dissertation Award Committee (2013) • SACs Assessment Coordinator for Doctoral Program (2011-2017) • E. Jane Irons Dissertation Award development committee (Chair; 2011) • Writing Sample Scoring Rubric Committee for doctoral program admissions (Chair; 2010) • Developed Admissions Interview Scoring Rubric for Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership (2010) • Electronic Portfolio Committee (Chair; 2009-2010) • Attendance Policy Committee (2009) • Developed Statistics Comprehensive Exam (Leadership & Educational Administration (LEAD), University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; 2009-2011) • Dissertation Committee (Leadership & Educational Administration (LEAD), University of Mary Hardin-Baylor;