Biography

Dr. Richard L. Whitehead is Chair of Undergraduate and Graduate Teacher Education and an Associate Professor of Education at West Liberty University. Prior to WLU, he served more than a decade of service in public education as both a secondary teacher and a school administrator. A proud West Liberty alumnus (Class of 2011), he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with concentrations in Social Studies and General Science. In addition to his work at West Liberty, Dr. Whitehead serves as a Senior Doctoral Adjunct and Dissertation Chair at a school on the West Coast, mentoring doctoral candidates and supporting research in leadership, organizational improvement, and educational practice. His professional interests include leadership development, educator preparation, organizational effectiveness, and graduate education.

Education

West Liberty University (2011) BA Social Studies Education, General Science, Geography
Salem University (2014) MAEd Educational Leadership
Ohio University (2020) Master of Business Administration: Executive Leadership
Grand Canyon University (2019) Doctor of Educational: Organizational Leadership: K12 Leadership

Professional Experiences

Permanent Teaching Certificate: Social Studies 5-Adult, General Science 5-9, Principal PK-Adult, Supervisor General Instruction, Superintendent

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