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RALPH RHODES

Arlington

Summary

  • Results-driven and highly qualified Retired Educator with over 36 years of experience. Adept at educating primary students and adults in math, science and history. Dedicated to maintaining a reputation built on quality, service, and uncompromising ethics. Also possesses over twenty years of multi-level marketing and sales experience. Currently seeking a position which will effectively utilize all acquired skills, abilities, and areas of expertise as follows:
  • Sales Techniques/Strategies Networking/Referrals Business/Revenue Growth
  • Conflict/Issue Resolution Relationship Building Client Relations/Retention Financial Products/Services Marketing/Advertising
  • Staff Recruiting/Training

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

FWISD
09.2018 - 11.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Center Director of Senior Citizens Services

Center Director of Senior Citizens Services
01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Assist patrons, answers questions and maintained a positive exercise experience for members and class participants
  • Ensured that safety standards were mey
  • Developed strong community relationships to support center programs and initiatives.
  • Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
  • Advocated for educational programs that addressed unique needs of the community, leading to more relevant offerings at the center.
  • Organized special events such as open houses or workshops to showcase center achievements while engaging parents in their children''s education.

Substitute Teacher/Tutor

Arlington ISD
12.2010 - 05.2012
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
  • Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.

Classroom Teacher

Fort Worth ISD
01.2004 - 12.2007

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Huston-Tillotson
Austin, TX
05-1968

Skills

  • Conflict/Issue Resolution
  • Relationship Building
  • Student engagement
  • Special education support
  • Instructional strategies
  • Physical education support

Accomplishments

  • Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
  • Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.

Affiliations

  • Huston-Tillotson Alumni Association
  • TRTA

Education And Licensure

  • B.A. Education, Huston-Tillotson
  • Certified Teacher, TX
  • Life and Health licensed Agent, TX

Career Achievements

  • Successfully educated thousands of students in primary grades 1-6 in basic courses during public school teaching career.
  • Successfully developed a client base from zero to over 200 clients.
  • Recipient of the 'Outstanding Representative Award' for exemplary performance.
  • Built a sales team which sold over $1M in sales in one year, the highest level possible in the company.
  • Recipient of the Ross Perot Award for Education in 1987
  • Teacher of the Year Award, FWISD-1985

Certification

  • Certified Classroom teacher for life
  • Licensed Insurance Agent in the state of Texas and North Carolina

Interests

  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Community Cleanup
  • Fundraising Events
  • Environmental Conservation Projects

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

FWISD
09.2018 - 11.2024

Center Director of Senior Citizens Services

Center Director of Senior Citizens Services
01.2012 - 12.2016

Substitute Teacher/Tutor

Arlington ISD
12.2010 - 05.2012

Classroom Teacher

Fort Worth ISD
01.2004 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Huston-Tillotson

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