Ray Ohlinger
Maple Heights,OH
Summary
Highly motivated, versatile and resourceful educator with Bachelor of Science degree in Education, Masters Degree specializing in the art of teaching and additional coursework in teaching literacy, math and science.. Over twenty years of experience in creating engaging and positive learning environments for children in grade four through eight in private, urban, rural and international classrooms. Positive, personable and always striving to improve..
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math and ELA Support Teacher
Cleveland Heights University Heights
04.2023 - Current
- Improved student Math by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs for students in 2nd through 5th grade.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Middle School Math Teacher
South Suburban Montessori School
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Created positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching students'' learning experiences across subjects.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Kyiv International School
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Utilized mastery-based approach to learning, providing multiple opportunities for student success.
- Taught American curriculum to students from variety of English abilities
- Created self-paced units to provide differentiation opportunities for students.
Eighth Grade Tutor
Fairless Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided need-based small group and individual instruction for students
- Coached county wide seventh grade STEM team.
Substitute Teacher
Stark County ESC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Preferred substitute in several school districts.
Classroom Teacher
Canton City Schools
01.1996 - 01.2016
- Taught Fourth, Sixth (all subjects), Seventh grade World history and Eighth grade American History
- Received highest evaluation rating by Ohio Department of Education in 2015
- Helped to create and implement mastery based learning curriculum in district's pilot program
- Created and implemented a self-paced mastery based curriculum with 6th grade Science classroom.
Education
MA in Teaching -
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05.2000
BS in Education - K-8 Education; Concentration in Social Studies
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA12.1992
Skills
Strong communication skills
Positive relationship based classroom management
Differentiating instruction including assessment and instruction
Designing engaging student work including hands-on, games and utilizing technology to create enjoyable learning experiences
Building positive relationships with students and families with open communication
Driven to constantly improve teaching and willing to utilize new approaches
Certification
- Ohio - Professional License K-8
Additional Information
Taught Physical Education at Beaver Country Christian School for two years, taught conversational English at the college level at Christ's College in Taipei, Taiwan. Also worked as a Christian Camp Counselor and a church youth group leader.
Timeline
Math and ELA Support Teacher
Cleveland Heights University Heights
04.2023 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
South Suburban Montessori School
08.2022 - 04.2023
Fourth Grade Teacher
Kyiv International School
01.2020 - 01.2022
Eighth Grade Tutor
Fairless Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute Teacher
Stark County ESC
01.2017 - 01.2020
Classroom Teacher
Canton City Schools
01.1996 - 01.2016
MA in Teaching -
Marygrove College
BS in Education - K-8 Education; Concentration in Social Studies
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
- Ohio - Professional License K-8
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