Dynamic licensed educator with extensive experience at Milford Public Schools, adept at fostering student-centered learning and enhancing classroom management. Proven track record in lesson planning and relationship building, effectively supporting diverse learners. Committed to continuous professional development and implementing innovative instructional strategies to drive academic success.
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Dorothy J. Rock
Mendon,MA
Summary
Overview
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Milford Public Schools
Classroom Teacher - Second Grade Inclusion Split Model
08.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Prepare and deliver daily standards based lesson plans providing differentiation to meet all students' needs including students with disabilities and multilingual learners
- Assess learning through informal and formal methods using district and programmatic assessments
- Consistently incorporate Culturally Responsive Teaching techniques in lessons and throughout the school day
- Collaborate with team members to analyze students data and make adjustments to practice in order to drive positive student outcomes
- Establish and maintain a positive, safe and productive learning environment using tools and techniques from Responsive Classroom including conducting a Morning Meeting
- Piloted the Fly Five Social Emotional Learning Program during the 23-24 academic year
- Implement differentiated instructional strategies, ensuring all students are able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
Milford Public Schools
Special Education Substitute Teacher
08.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Created lesson plans designed to engage students in a pull-out setting
- Worked with students to help the achieve their Individual Education Plan goals
- Competed progress reports for parents to update them on a student's progress
- Ensured a safe and inclusive learning environment by promoting respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
- Maintained open lines of communication with families regarding student progress, concerns, or additional supports needed at home or in school settings.
- Increased collaboration between general and special education teachers by organizing regular meetings and sharing resources.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing differentiated instruction techniques for special education students.
Milford Public Schools
Title 1 Math Tutor - K-2
02.2011 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Collaborated with teachers to align tutoring strategies with classroom instruction for seamless reinforcement of key concepts.
- Planned intervention lessons and activities for small groups/ individuals
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Collaborated with other tutors to share best practices and develop effective teaching strategies for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered and maintained strong and trusting rapport with students to promote positive learning experiences.
- Communicated progress to classroom teacher
Mendon Upon Regional School District
Substitute Teacher
08.2010 - 02.2011
Job overview
Staples, Inc
Divisional HR Manager
08.1987 - 06.2009
Job overview
- Lead a team of HR Professionals responsible for Associate Relations, Learning and Development and Recruitment to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- HR project management at the divisional level
- Implementation and Coordination of Divisional Mentoring program
- Communication of changes in policies, procedures or systems related to human resources
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
Staples, Inc
Regional Recruiter
Job overview
- Managed high-volume requisition load while consistently meeting key performance indicators related to fill rates and time-to-fill metrics.
- Established strong relationships with hiring managers to better understand their needs and preferences in candidates.
- Implemented a referral program that encouraged current employees to recommend potential candidates, leading to an increase in quality applicants.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruiting activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages with selected candidates, ensuring satisfaction on both sides of the employment agreement.
- Actively participated in industry events and conferences to stay current on recruiting trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Partnered with local colleges and universities to develop internship programs that attracted high-potential students as future full-time hires after graduation.
Staples, Inc
General Manager
Job overview
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Delivered high quality customer service leading to increased sales
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Provided training and development for associates leading to promotional opportunities.
Education
Framingham State UniversityFramingham, MA
Masters from Teaching English as a Second Language
06.2021
University Overview
Lesley UniversityCambridge, MA
Masters from Education
06.2010
University Overview
Lesley UniversityCambridge, MA
Masters from Management - Human Resources
05.2003
University Overview
Northwood UniversityMidland, MI
Bachelor of Business Administration from Marketing/Management, Economics
05.1987
University Overview
Skills
- Responsive Classroom
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teaching
- Google Classroom
- Problem Solving
- Project management
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Communication
- Science of Reading
- Heggerty
- Illustrative Math
- I-Ready Diagnostics
- ST Math
Timeline
Classroom Teacher - Second Grade Inclusion Split Model
Milford Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Milford Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012
Title 1 Math Tutor - K-2
Milford Public Schools
02.2011 - 06.2011
Substitute Teacher
Mendon Upon Regional School District
08.2010 - 02.2011
Divisional HR Manager
Staples, Inc
08.1987 - 06.2009
Lesley University
Masters from Education
Lesley University
Masters from Management - Human Resources
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration from Marketing/Management, Economics
Regional Recruiter
Staples, Inc
General Manager
Staples, Inc
Framingham State University
Masters from Teaching English as a Second Language
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