Cara L Rothrock
Lanesville,IN
Summary
Accomplished educator of 23 years, former small business owner. Passionate about education and the families of Floyd County. Skilled in record keeping, activity coordination, and meeting student needs.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd & 3rd Grade Teacher
New Albany-Floyd County Consolidated Schools
07.2018 - Current
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students experienced academic growth.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and collaborative partnerships for student success.
- Served on various committees focused on curriculum development and implementation - English Language Arts and Math Curriculum Committees, ELA Textbook Adoption Committee, STEM adoption committee.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and supplement units of study, enriching the overall curriculum.
- Directed building programs such as the Science Fair, Student Council, and the Theater Program at Slate Run Elementary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices. Attended STEM/PLTW training.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings (PLTW, Writing and Reading summer training).
- Collaborated with administration and served on District Calendar Committee, Central Discussion Committee, and Building Committee.
- Participated in IREAD summer school, intercession opportunities, and afterschool tutoring over the course of the last three years.
3rd Grade Teacher
Lanesville Community School Corporation
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students experienced academic growth.
- Mentored two new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to a supportive school culture.
- Developed pacing guides and assessments for grade level to match IN standards.
- Developed and implemented curriculum to match the pacing guides.
- Served on IDOE cohort to develop math process standards for grades K-12.
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Rothrock Enterprises, LLC
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements regarding employment practices and food safety standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and training staff on exceptional customer service techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing agreements, ensuring timely deliveries of quality products.
- Optimized menu offerings based on market research analysis leading to increased popularity among target demographics.
- Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
- Boosted revenue through targeted marketing campaigns, special events, and promotions.
- Improved employee retention by fostering a positive work environment, offering competitive compensation packages, and providing opportunities for growth and development.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and over 50 employees.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
Reading Interventionist
Self-employed
10.2011 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design tailored interventions for individual student needs, resulting in improved reading abilities.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results. Served on RTI committee.
- Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Greater Clark County Schools
08.2001 - 03.2011
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Served as building Math Coach for 3 years. Trained with Jan Christenson (Balanced Math Literacy Program).
- Served as building Differentiation Coach. Trained with Carolyn Coil to develop plans for implementation school-wide and district-wide.
- Developed and piloted a Gifted Education program in the Riverside Building for 4th and 5th grade for two years. Partnered with community organizations such as Kentucky Shakespeare, Humana, and Kentucky Museum of Arts and Crafts.
- Selected and served on District Council, a leadership cadre in Greater Clark Schools.
- Maintained grade level and building level leadership position for 8 years.
- Served as Student Council sponsor.
- New Teacher Mentor, state mentor trained.
- Certified ISTEP scorer.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN12.2000
Skills
- Expertise in instructional effectiveness
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience with instructional design
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Differentiated Instruction
- Expertise in Gifted/ Talented Instruction
- Expertise in NAFCS Curriculum Framework
- Experience in grade levels K-5
- Experience in Math Coaching and Reading Intervention
Timeline
2nd & 3rd Grade Teacher
New Albany-Floyd County Consolidated Schools
07.2018 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Lanesville Community School Corporation
07.2015 - 06.2018
Reading Interventionist
Self-employed
10.2011 - 01.2014
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Rothrock Enterprises, LLC
01.2010 - 12.2015
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Greater Clark County Schools
08.2001 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Southeast
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Bloomington
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