Mason Davis
Etna
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven educational leader with extensive experience as a director, principal, intervention specialist, coordinator of behavioral services, and director of youth services. Recognized for creating enriching opportunities tailored for at-risk and underserved students. Proven success in building high-performing teams to meet challenging educational goals and significantly enhance student outcomes. Expertise in leadership, planning, and problem-solving that fosters a positive and inclusive school environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal & Director of Phoenix Central
Licking Regional Educational Service Center
Newark
03.2021 - Current
- Lead multiple specialized programs for students with emotional disturbance and autism
- Collaborate with families, staff, and agencies to support student development and policy adherence
- Foster an inclusive, respectful school culture
- Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, enrollment, and inventory
- Manage budgets and allocate resources for staffing, supplies, and facilities
- Recruit, train, and evaluate staff to maintain instructional excellence
- Implement district initiatives such as RTI, PBIS, and 1:1 technology
- Ensure compliance with education laws, student rights, and safety protocols
- Conduct classroom observations and staff evaluations for continuous improvement
- Lead staff meetings to share updates and promote collaboration
- Develop and monitor IEPs and transition plans for diverse learners
Director of Youth Services
Hillview Freewill Baptist Church
Reynoldsburg
09.2016 - Current
- Oversee instruction for youth classes, ensuring engaging, age-appropriate content
- Collaborate with community agencies and city departments to expand program offerings
- Create and distribute promotional materials to boost engagement
- Maintain a year-round schedule of classes and activities
Behavior Support Coordinator
Licking Regional Educational Service Center
Newark
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Trained teachers in classroom management, behavior support, and instructional strategies.
- Delivered reading programs to small groups of students and teachers throughout the year.
- Led staff meetings focused on Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and refreshers.
Assistant Tennis Coach
Southwest Licking Local Schools
Pataskala
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Assessed player abilities using evaluation techniques and assigned appropriate team positions.
- Designed training programs tailored to individual needs and team strategies.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
Intervention Specialist
Southwest Licking Local Schools
Pataskala
08.2011 - 08.2020
- Established trusting relationships with students and parents.
- Prepared instructional materials, communications, and progress reports.
- Led small group and one-on-one activities tailored to individual learning needs.
Paraprofessional
Southwest Licking Local Schools
Pataskala
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
Education
Master of Arts - Intervention Specialist
Mount Vernon University
Mount Vernon, OH05-2014
Bachelor's Plus - Early Childhood PreK3
Ashland University
Ashland, OH03-2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Oh05-2009
Skills
- Skilled in staff development, including hiring, mentoring, evaluation, and discipline
- Effective in financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Experienced in special education with deep understanding of diverse learner needs
- Proficient in planning and facilitating schoolwide events, programs, and initiatives
- Strong collaboration skills with teams, departments, and community stakeholders
- Professional communicator experienced with staff, families, boards, and committees
- Creative, solutions-oriented problem-solver with a strategic leadership approach
- Committed to shared leadership and a collaborative team environment
Certification
5 Year Professional Principal License:
- Principal Grades PK-6 | Ohio Department of Education| Issued June 2024
- Principal Grades 4-9 | Ohio Department of Education | Issued June 2024
- Principal Grades 5-12 | Ohio Department of Education | Issued June 2024
Certified Instructor : Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Prevention Institute | Milwaukee, WI | Sep 2020
5 Year Professional Intervention Specialist (K-12) License
- Mild/Moderate | Ohio Department of Education | Issued July 2022
5 Year Professional Early Childhood (P-3) License
- Ohio Department of Education | Issued July 2022
Committees
- Building Assistive Technology Coordinator (2 school years)
- IEP Compliance Team (2 school years)
- PBIS team (2 school years)
- Table Tennis Club Coordinator (3 school years)
- Franklin County Youth Board (2 years)
Interests
- Family and church
- Outdoor enthusiast
- Sports
- Travel and photography
- Community service
- Carpentry
- Mechanical Work
- Technology including 3D printing and modeling
References
Paula Brunton (Supervisor)
- State Support Team 11 Consultant
- 2080 Citygate Drive, Columbus, OH 43219
- 614-345-3290
Dimitrios V. Makridis PhD, BCBA-D, COBA (Colleague)
- Owner/Operator
- Makridis Learning, LLC
- 820 West Main St, Hebron, Oh 43025
- 937-470-5092
Bill Hayes (Supervisor)
- Senior Pastor, Hillview Freewill Baptist Church
- 9005 E Main St, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
- 614-561-9697
Timeline
Principal & Director of Phoenix Central
Licking Regional Educational Service Center
03.2021 - Current
Behavior Support Coordinator
Licking Regional Educational Service Center
08.2020 - 03.2021
Director of Youth Services
Hillview Freewill Baptist Church
09.2016 - Current
Assistant Tennis Coach
Southwest Licking Local Schools
08.2016 - 08.2020
Intervention Specialist
Southwest Licking Local Schools
08.2011 - 08.2020
Paraprofessional
Southwest Licking Local Schools
08.2009 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - Intervention Specialist
Mount Vernon University
Bachelor's Plus - Early Childhood PreK3
Ashland University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The Ohio State University
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