Student-centered learning
Aaron M Ross
Teacher
Ephrata,Washington
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
88
88
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Middle School History Teacher
Ephrata School District
Ephrata, Washington
08.1996 - Current
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in teaching middle level students.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans
Safety Specialist
Ephrata School District
Ephrata, WA
08.2012 - Current
- Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
Assistant Football Coach
Ephrata School District
Ephrata, WA
08.2003 - 05.2022
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Monitored students' academic progress and coordinated extra resources for any struggling with classes.
- Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviors.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Ephrata School District
Ephrata, WA
11.1998 - 05.2022
- Coordinated with head coach and experienced players to develop curriculum and play book.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Assisted and advised students on academic issues and goals.
- Counseled athletes on conflict resolution techniques and anger management to improve on-court and off-court behaviors.
- Obtained and presented tapes of competing teams and professional teams to build strategy and demonstrate technique.
- Emphasized safety and safe environment during practice and games, hiring trained medical staff in case of injury.
- Assisted in developing student-athletes to fullest potential and performing under pressure.
- Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Ephrata School District
Ephrata, WA
11.2006 - 03.2017
- Established and managed robust calendar of practices and games.
- Instructed players on different game techniques and managed training schedule to develop skills.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Submitted purchase requests for new supplies, uniforms and equipment.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History/Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA 01.1993 - 07.1995
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA 09.1990 - 12.1992
Skills
Classroom management
Student engagement
Middle school education
RTI familiarity
Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Ephrata School District
08.2012 - Current
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Ephrata School District
11.2006 - 03.2017
Assistant Football Coach
Ephrata School District
08.2003 - 05.2022
Assistant Basketball Coach
Ephrata School District
11.1998 - 05.2022
Middle School History Teacher
Ephrata School District
08.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History/Education
Western Washington University
01.1993 - 07.1995
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lower Columbia College
09.1990 - 12.1992
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