Roderick Moore
Educator and Trauma and Resilience Coach
Cherry Valley,IL
Summary
Energetic Instructor and Intervention Specialist experienced in teaching children from diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Over 20 years of classroom experience at elementary and middle school levels. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods. Patient and dedicated in trauma informed practices influencing students and classroom teachers to address the needs of the whole child. Engages in continuous learning in strategies and methods for brain based instruction as well as targeting social emotional needs of children.
Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary and middle school grade levels for students from over 5 different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
Confident Teacher delivering results-focused teaching for consistent, measurable academic achievement. Easily manages both large and small classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse personalities, backgrounds and learning types. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction environments, allowing for optimal lesson engagement and schedule flexibility.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
ESL Teacher
Rockford School District 205
Rockford, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Planned and implemented daily lesson plans for kindergarten, third, and fifth grades using Jan Richardson methods, Seesaw, and the District Integrated curriculum
- Administered ACCESS assessments for ESL students 5
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Balanced instruction, demonstration and personal work time for optimal student learning.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
Remote Learning Teacher
Rockford School District
Rockford, IL
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned and implemented daily asynchronous and synchronous lessons using District Integrated curriculum, Units of Study, and Math with online lessons posted in Google Classroom using Google Slides, Google Sheets, Nearpod, NewsELA, RazKids, Freckle, NoRedInk, and Khan Academy
- Regularly communicated to all parents using Seesaw for regarding positive reinforcement and support
- Effectively used NWEA/MAP, EdPuzzle, Formative, Quizizz and Google Forms as assessment tools for the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles
- Successfully used classroom jobs to model a classroom government, including student led conferences and student led morning meetings.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Intervention Specialist
Rockford School District 205
Rockford, IL
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Planned and implemented daily lessons for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students in Math and Reading
- Collaborated with classroom teachers each SMART cycle to target instruction for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students using MAP data and summative classroom assessments
- Delivered weekly Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons for 2nd grade students, as well as 4th and 5th grade students during their lunch and recess
- Served as mentor for new teachers with weekly check-ins that guided discussions for the Danielson model for evaluations, data driven instruction, and navigating the integrated literacy and numeracy websites and curriculum
- Attended Data Team meetings to review the status of current tiered students using easyCBM as the progress monitoring tool 5th
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Prepared accurate case history records.
5th Grade Teacher
Rockford School District 205
Rockford , IL
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Planned and implemented daily lessons using District Integrated curriculum, reinforced with online lessons in Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Sheets, Edgenuity, NewsELA, MobyMax, Reading Horizons, Pearson Reading Street and Math Investigations
- Trained in A Connected School behavior management system
- Regularly communicated to all parents regarding positive reinforcement and support
- Consistently communicated with special education personnel to meet the needs of students with 504 and IEPs
- Effectively implemented Class Dojo as a behavior management system as well as parent communication tool and growth mindset reinforcement
- Successfully used classroom jobs to model a classroom government, including student led conferences and student led morning meetings
- Served on school technology committee developing a technology protocol for iPad and computer use for students and school family reading nights
- Created and distributed weekly classroom newsletters 7th Grade and 8th, , Language Arts and Science
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
7th Grade ELA and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Harlem School District 122
Machesney Park, IL
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Planned and guided daily lessons in reading and writing strategies according to the workshop model
- Co-planned and instructed life and physical science lessons and labs
- Evaluated district assessments including Discovery Education Assessment, Accelerated Reader
- Accelerated Math
- Attended daily meetings with grade level articulation teams to discuss curriculum and school improvements
- Observed, led, and participated in faculty and content area meetings
- Exercised differentiated instruction by meeting the needs of all students through 504 and IEP goal setting meetings 7
- Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Indian Creek School District 425
Waterman, IL
01.2006 - 06.2011
- Planned, evaluated, and guided daily lessons in spelling, vocabulary, reading, and English
- Implemented Criminology, Native American, and The Watsons Go To Birmingham-1963 Interdisciplinary Units
- Prepared hands on activities for 6th grade newspaper exploratory
- Assessed reading goals weekly through the Accelerated Reading program
- Applied strategies to help students cope with the emotional, physical, academic, and social changes that occur during the middle school years through weekly Advisory classes
- Attended daily meetings with grade level articulation teams to discuss curriculum and school improvements
- Observed, led, and participated in faculty and content area meetings
- Exercised differentiated instruction by meeting the needs of all students through 504 and IEP goal setting meetings
- Created and distributed classroom newsletter
- Acted as school’s yearbook advisor
- Trained for Apex Learning credit recovery program and Teacher Logic XE online grading system
- Evaluated Response to Intervention plans and goals for the school and district
- Participated in school district’s Technology Committee and whole faculty study groups 5th, , maternity-leave full time substitute
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
Middle and High School At Risk Instructor
Kishwaukee Education Consortium
De Kalb, IL
10.2001 - 12.2004
- Planned, evaluated, and applied daily lessons including semester curricula in math, English, earth science, life science, geography, psychology, and communication skills
- Observed and recorded anecdotal notes to document behavior and developmental progress of students
- Initiated working communication with parents and students to increase student success and parental support
- Implemented behavior management techniques such as positive reinforcement and behavior contracts
- Trained in the NOVEL Internet curriculum
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
Aurora, IL 06.2013 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 09.1998 - 05.2001
Associate of Science - Arts
Black Hawk College
Moline, IL 08.1993 - 12.1997
Skills
Individual and group instruction in-person and online
undefinedAdditional Information
- LICENSURE: , Professional Educational License #1876685
Certification
Certified Trauma and Resilience Coach, Starr Commonwealth
Work Availability
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Quote
The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.
Nelson Henderson
Timeline
Certified Trauma and Resilience Coach, Starr Commonwealth
12-2022
Certified Trauma Informed and Resilience Focus Practioner in Education, Starr Commonwealth
07-2022
ESL Teacher
Rockford School District 205
07.2021 - Current
IllinoisCertificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), American Business Language Academy
06-2021
Remote Learning Teacher
Rockford School District
07.2020 - 06.2021
Intervention Specialist
Rockford School District 205
08.2019 - 05.2020
5th Grade Teacher
Rockford School District 205
08.2014 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
06.2013 - 07.2018
7th Grade ELA and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Harlem School District 122
08.2011 - 12.2013
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Indian Creek School District 425
01.2006 - 06.2011
Middle and High School At Risk Instructor
Kishwaukee Education Consortium
10.2001 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
09.1998 - 05.2001
Associate of Science - Arts
Black Hawk College
08.1993 - 12.1997
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