Ruth Ann Kirk

Ruth Ann Kirk has extensive experience in education, currently serving as a Part-time Title I Supervisor for Knox County Schools since August 2014, focusing on optimizing the use of Federal funds to enhance academic outcomes. Additionally, Ruth Ann has held several leadership roles since 2011, including Turnaround Team Leader at the Tennessee Department of Education, where management of a team supporting underperforming schools occurs, and School Improvement Grant Coach for Knox County School District, overseeing a $119,000 grant. Ruth Ann's background includes positions as a Student Teacher Supervisor at Grand Canyon University and a Tennessee Academic Specialist with Public Consulting Group, providing assistance to struggling schools. Prior experience includes a consulting role with Edvantia and curricular leadership in Blount County School District, along with over two decades as a Senior Guidance Counselor and teacher at William Blount High School. Ruth Ann holds an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum & Instruction, a Master's degree in Secondary Guidance and Counseling, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology.