Chad Rolph
Liberty Township,OH
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Saint Ignatius of Loyola School, specializing in standards-based instruction and adaptive teaching techniques. Demonstrated success in designing engaging project-based learning experiences that foster critical thinking and collaboration among diverse learners. Proficient in leveraging technology to enhance student engagement, while providing constructive feedback to improve writing proficiency. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that support all students in achieving their academic goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th/7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Saint Ignatius of Loyola School
Cincinnati, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented Ohio Learning Standards-aligned curriculum, integrating literacy, historical perspectives, and critical thinking.
- Develop interactive studies for novels such as Freak the Mighty, The Outsiders, The Giver, Number the Stars, A Long Walk to Water, and The Boy on the Wooden Box, emphasizing theme analysis, character development, and text-based evidence.
- Led writing workshops focused on persuasive essays, narrative writing, research-based arguments, and creative storytelling.
- Applied differentiated instruction techniques to support diverse learners, including gifted students, IEP students, and English Language Learners (ELLs).
- Designed project-based learning (PBL) experiences, such as writing projects and interactive debates, to promote engagement and critical thinking.
- Facilitated collaborative learning through Socratic seminars and peer-led discussions to develop higher-order thinking skills.
- Developed formative and summative assessments to track student progress and adjust instruction based on performance data.
- Provided detailed, constructive feedback on student writing, emphasizing revision strategies to improve structure, coherence, and grammar.
- Leveraged Google Classroom, Microsoft Office, and Clevertouch Smart Boards to create interactive, technology-driven lessons.
- Utilized online tools such as Kahoot, Nearpod, Blooket, and Quizlet to boost engagement.
- Facilitated weekly progress reports to maintain communication with parents.
- Mentored students in extracurricular activities, school-wide events, and leadership opportunities. Such as Camp Joy.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Lakota Schools
West Chester, OH
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Delivered daily instruction following lesson plans aligned with Ohio Learning Standards
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a structured learning environment
- Provided student support through small-group instruction and individualized assistance
- Communicated with faculty and parents to ensure student academic progress
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education - Middle Childhood Education: Language Arts & Social Studies
Miami University
Oxford, OH12-2022
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
Monroe, OH05.2018
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Standards-Based Instruction
- Adaptive Teaching Techniques
- Literacy Development
- Writing Workshops
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Formative Assessment Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement Techniques
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office
- Differentiated instruction
- Creative writing
- Peer collaboration
- Parental communication
- Project-based learning
- Team building
- Collaborative learning
- Feedback provision
- Vocabulary building
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Hands-on learning
- Lesson plan implementation
- Health and wellbeing
- Individualized instruction
- Field trips
- Grading proficiency
- Clevertouch Smart Boards
- Quizizz
- EdPuzzle
Certification
- Ohio State Teaching License (Grades 4-9: Language Arts & Social Studies)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Google Certified Educator - (Advanced in Google Classroom, Docs, Slides, and Forms for digital instruction.)
Professional References
- Richard Hamilton, Student Teaching Advisor, Miami University, (513) 615-9057
- Stacey Cook, Freshman Social Studies Teacher, Lakota East, (513) 265-2720
- John Eckman, Warren County Parole Officer, (513) 290-8418
- Michelle Tiffener, Teacher, Mason City Schools, (513) 374-1937
- Bob Mullins, Educator, Loveland City Schools, (513) 310-0372
Timeline
6th/7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Saint Ignatius of Loyola School
05.2023 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Lakota Schools
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Education - Middle Childhood Education: Language Arts & Social Studies
Miami University
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
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