Scott Hunt, Ed.D.

Adjunct Faculty,
Department of Leadership and Administration

Dr. Scott J. Hunt joined the Ohio Department of Education in the newly created role of Executive Director for the Office of Field Relations in April 2019. Dr. Hunt has 32 years of experience in the K - 12 and postsecondary educational settings. He holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Bethany College, Bethany, WV. While teaching in Naples, FL, he earned his master’s degree in education from the University of South Florida, focusing on guidance and counseling. He earned his EdD in education from NOVA Southeastern University, specializing in organizational leadership.

Dr. Hunt served for six years (2013-2019) as Superintendent of Cardinal Local Schools in Geauga County (Ohio). Prior to the superintendency, Dr. Hunt served 15 years (1998-2013) in the Perry Local School district in Lake County (Ohio) as a high school counselor, high school assistant principal, middle school principal, and Director of College and Career Readiness. He also spent 4 years (1994-1998) as a teacher and counselor in the Beachwood City Schools (Ohio), 1 year (1993-1994) as a middle school teacher in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (Ohio), and 4 years (1989-1993) as a 5th grade teacher in the Collier County Public Schools in Naples, FL. Dr. Hunt also served as an adjunct professor at Lake Erie College.

Education

  • Doctorate in Organizational Leadership
    Nova Southeastern University
  • Master's in Education, Guidance and Counseling
    University of South Florida
  • Bachelor's in Education
    Bethany College

Research Interests

Program Affiliations

M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction Master of Education

This program provides PreK-12 educators with a thorough background of current scientific research and pedagogy to help them learn how students learn. It is designed around the “learn, apply, assess” model to maximize gains in student performance.

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M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction for Graduates of the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Master of Education

16

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M.Ed. in Educational Business Administration Master of Education

The Master of Education in Educational Business Administration program was designed for those who want to develop business and leadership skills in an educational setting. Framed by the standards from the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO), the program prepares strategic leaders for senior administrative positions in a variety of settings including public, charter, and private schools, as well as community colleges and other educational institutions or learning organizations.

35

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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Master of Education

Designed to help you become a school principal, the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program will teach you to effectively lead, run, and manage a PreK-12 school.

34

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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Florida Licensure Master of Education

The program is aligned with Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) for effective leadership and is designed to create culturally aware and competent administrators.

34

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M.Ed. in Elementary Education Master of Education

Specifically designed for elementary teachers who wish to advance their expertise and skills, the Master of Education in Elementary Education degree will build on their current understanding of young students’ learning needs and introduce them to new ways of incorporating technology into the classroom.

34

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M.Ed. in Health and Wellness Education Master of Education

The Master of Education in Health and Wellness degree will help you teach others about healthy life choices. You will learn about a wide range of health topics, and how to assess a community or an organization to determine health education priorities. Once you graduate, you will be prepared to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam.

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M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership Master of Education

This degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to help other teachers reach their full potential. You’ll learn to interpret research on leadership models, teacher evaluation, and motivation, and use it to develop professional learning opportunities that promote continuous improvement

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Texas M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Master of Education

The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership program instructs aspiring school administrators in current scientific research, pedagogy, and instructional technology. Students are empowered to maximize school effectiveness and improve supervision and leadership skills in diverse P-12 school settings. Students will develop the strategies required to lead for learning, including creating a school-wide vision and using data to inform decision-making. The program is aligned with Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) for effective leadership and is designed to create culturally aware and competent administrators.

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Certificate in Organizational Leadership Certificate

The Certificate in Organizational Leadership supports leadership as a personal and professional journey preparing graduate students to contribute to their professional communities as highly effective leaders capable of addressing real-world problems through evidence-based decision making, the use of leadership frameworks, theories and philosophies, communication, collaboration, ethics, cultural responsiveness, strategic planning, and innovation, through a variety of settings, including virtual workplaces. The certificate provides leadership skill development that spans across all disciplines including education, healthcare, nursing, administration, and business.

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Certificate in Teacher Leadership Certificate

Developed to enhance professional skills, this program provides an opportunity for teachers to learn how to support other teachers through learning how to help them reach their potential in teaching.

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Certificate in Texas Educational Leadership Certificate

This program is offered in Texas only. It is for educators who wish to become an assistant principal or principal and need the Principal as Instructional Leader (EC-12) certification. It will prepare candidates for the Principal as Instructional Leader (EC-12) licensure exam and ensure they are ready for school leadership.

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