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Rich Keller

Instructor
Baltimore,MD

Summary

Friendly and outgoing K-5 educator focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver. Effective with strong history of faculty collaboration and IEP management demonstrated across 15 years in similar roles. Highly skilled in managing diverse learning modalities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Paraprofessional

Baltimore City Schools
Baltimore, MD
04.2009 - Current
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.

Instructor

BCP Baltimore Curriculum Project
Baltimore, MD
10.2008 - 04.2011
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses.

Tutor

21st Century Learning Center
Baltimore, MD
02.2006 - 04.2010
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.

Education

Dance

Crestwood School of Dance
Chicago, IL

Theater Arts /Early Childhood Education

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

DeVry University
Villa Park, IL

High School Diploma -

Rich East High School
Parkforest Il
06.2004

Skills

  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Curriculum-Based Lessons
  • Individual Student Assistance
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Classroom Management
  • Tutoring and Mentoring
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • IEP Adherence

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of Direct instruction transition into Baltimore City Curriculum.
  • Specialist in Restorative Practices

Timeline

Instructional Paraprofessional

Baltimore City Schools
04.2009 - Current

Instructor

BCP Baltimore Curriculum Project
10.2008 - 04.2011

Tutor

21st Century Learning Center
02.2006 - 04.2010

Dance

Crestwood School of Dance

Theater Arts /Early Childhood Education

Morgan State University

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

DeVry University

High School Diploma -

Rich East High School

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