Rick Figurin
Denver,CO
Summary
I've been blessed to work in education for the last 20 years with an amazing group of principals and colleagues. During this time I have constantly strived to improve instruction and the scope of learning to increase student engagement, data, and transfer of information. Working with an array of individuals from many different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and has only made my work more satisfying, humbling, and important. I look forward to learning more and inspiring young learners to become champions in the classroom and champions in life.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Arts Teacher
Silver Hills Middle School
08.2005 - Current
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Teacher
East Middle School
08.2002 - 05.2005
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Sports Anchor/Reporter
WIFR Channel 23
10.2000 - 05.2002
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Reported on athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
Education
Master of Arts - Sport Management
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2013
Teacher In Residence Certification -
Metro State University
Denver05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.1998
Skills
- Engage Students
- Class Instruction
- Classroom Integration
- Interactive Media
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Individualized Support
Hobbies
I enjoy writing, yoga, college football, and golf. My golf game needs work!
Timeline
Language Arts Teacher
Silver Hills Middle School
08.2005 - Current
Teacher
East Middle School
08.2002 - 05.2005
Sports Anchor/Reporter
WIFR Channel 23
10.2000 - 05.2002
Master of Arts - Sport Management
University of Northern Colorado
Teacher In Residence Certification -
Metro State University
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Northern Colorado
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