Qualified with robust background in English language Development. Proven track record in enhancing language proficiency and fostering supportive learning environment for diverse student populations. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs and collaborate effectively with educational teams.
Hi, I’m
Dionna Ricks
Bowie,MD
Summary
Overview
34
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Jackson Road Elementary School
English Language Development Teacher
01.2009 - Current
Job overview
- ELO-SAIL (2020)
- TIRA SUPPORT Teacher (2019-Present)
- ESOL Teacher (2009-2019)
- ESOL Team Leader (2011-2013)
- Social Committee Chairperson (2013-2015)
Montgomery County Public Schools
PD Facilitator for DELME
06.2023 - 08.2023
Job overview
Montgomery County Public Schools
Curriculum Writer and Trainer for ESL/ELD
06.2018 - 08.2018
Job overview
Glen Haven Elementary School
ESOL Support Teacher
01.2005 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Academic Support Teacher-Technology
- Curriculum Team Member
- PLCI (School Improvement) Team Member
Greencastle Elementary School
Academic Support Teacher
01.2004 - 01.2005
Job overview
- SGA Advisor
- Jr. Great Books Leader for After School Club
Montgomery Knolls Elementary
Teacher, Grade 2
01.2000 - 01.2004
Job overview
- PDS Site Coordinator
Sojourner Douglass College, MD
Adjunct Professor
01.2000 - 01.2000
Job overview
Broad Acres Elementary School
Reading Initiative Teacher
01.1999 - 01.2000
Job overview
Broad Acres Elementary School
4th and 2nd Grade Teacher
01.1992 - 01.1999
Job overview
Education
Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore, MD
Masters of Science from Administration and Supervision
01.2000
University Overview
Bowie State UniversityBowie, MD
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
01.1992
University Overview
Skills
- Instructional Best Practices
- Facilitation of Adult Learners
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- Administrator I
- Maryland State Advanced Professional Certificate: Elementary Grades 1-6/Middle School (S/R)
- ESOL Grades K-12
Timeline
PD Facilitator for DELME
Montgomery County Public Schools
06.2023 - 08.2023
Curriculum Writer and Trainer for ESL/ELD
Montgomery County Public Schools
06.2018 - 08.2018
English Language Development Teacher
Jackson Road Elementary School
01.2009 - Current
ESOL Support Teacher
Glen Haven Elementary School
01.2005 - 01.2009
Academic Support Teacher
Greencastle Elementary School
01.2004 - 01.2005
Teacher, Grade 2
Montgomery Knolls Elementary
01.2000 - 01.2004
Adjunct Professor
Sojourner Douglass College, MD
01.2000 - 01.2000
Reading Initiative Teacher
Broad Acres Elementary School
01.1999 - 01.2000
4th and 2nd Grade Teacher
Broad Acres Elementary School
01.1992 - 01.1999
Bowie State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
Johns Hopkins University
Masters of Science from Administration and Supervision
Community Involvement
Community Involvement
- United Women of Faith (UWF), President, Dunkirk, MD
- LLG Recreation Association and Lottsford Council Homeowners Association (LCHOA), President, Treasurer and Secretary, Bowie, MD
- Conquista Tus Suenos program, Promoted academic achievement of Hispanic students
- Presented reading strategies to parents for Literacy Night
- Montgomery County Police Department, Established Lunch Bunch partnership
- Broad Acres Elementary School, Coordinated the first Fun Fair
- First Baptist Church of Glenarden, Volunteered for Girl Scout Troops
Selected Professional Experiences
Selected Professional Experiences
- Staff Development and Training of Adult Learners
- Facilitator for NEA Leaders for Just Schools
- Facilitator for NEA Blended Learning Modules (Cultural Competence, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) & LGBTQ+)
- Presented at New Educators Orientation - “Supporting English Language Learners in the Regular Classroom”
- Trained Educators in Cultural Competence and Social Justice for the National Education Association (NEA)
- Contributed to the Restorative Practices Guide (http://www.otlcampaign.org/restorative-practices)
- Published “Educating Boys for Success” http://www.nea.org/home/44609.htm
- Interviewed teachers for the Professional Growth System (PGS) Impact Study
- Trained Teachers for ELO Summer Program
- Facilitated School-based Mini-Workshop on Strategies to Support ELL
- Implemented staff training on school-wide expectations and consequences
- Presented on Science and Multiple Intelligences at the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) Spring Conference
- Staff Development and Training of Adult Learners (Continued)
- Co-Presented at the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association’s (ASHA) Conferences on Integrated Language
- Presented at the Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Conference
- Leadership
- Served on the Anti-racist Audit Steering Committee for MCPS
- Interviewed teachers for school vacancies
- Served on the panel for selecting the MCPS Edward Shirley Leadership Award
- Appointed Team Leader for ESOL
- Elected Parliamentarian & served on the Executive Board of the Montgomery County Alliance of Black School Educators (MCABSE)
- Supported Minority Recruitment Initiatives by the Office of Human Resources (OHR)
- Chaired the MCEA Minority Affairs Committee (MAC) for MSEA and MCEA
- Co-Chaired the Elections Committee for MSEA
- Participated in the Professional Learning Community Institute (PLCI) as a member of School Leadership
- Coordinated mentors and supervised student teachers for the University of Maryland
- Mentored Pro-Mat Candidates for Johns Hopkins University as Intern Coach
- Interviewed teachers for Professional Growth System (PGS) Impact Study
- Elected as MCEA Faculty Representative and Building Representative
- Elected as Delegate to NEA Representative Assembly
- Served as a Math Liaison to the Math Advisory Council
- Program/Curriculum Development
- Evaluated Literacy Vendors for MCPS
- Represented ESOL for the selection of the new Reading Curriculum (Pre-K thru 2)
- Co-Wrote K-2 Newcomers ESOL Curriculum for MCPS
- Facilitated training session for Blair Cluster on the 6 Traits of Writing
- Awarded MCPS grant for “Exposure Pucks” (targeting ESOL & at-risk students)
- Created test items for Grade 2 Math unit assessments and Grade 4 Criterion Referenced Tests (CRT)
- Collaborated to create Math performance tasks for the National Security Agency (NSA)
- Created school-wide expectations and consequences with the Positive Climate Committee
- Related Training Experiences
- World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA), Observation and Analysis of Teaching I (OAT I), Orton Gillingham Literacy