Robert Roelofs
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Accomplished Instructor of History and Coach at East Kentwood High School, renowned for leveraging strong analytical skills and multicultural education to foster academic and athletic excellence. Spearheaded innovative teaching strategies and diversity programs, significantly enhancing student engagement and performance. Expert in historical writing and behavioral management, adept at nurturing talent and promoting inclusivity.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor of History
Kentwood Public Schools
08.1997 - Current
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Taught World and U.S. History to high school students in classroom setting.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
Head JV Basketball Coach
East Kentwood High School
09.2016 - 04.2023
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
Varsity Basketball Coach
East Kentwood High School
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Provided guidance to student-athletes in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
Social Studies Department Chair
East Kentwood High School
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Prepared and administered budget for Social Studies Department consisting of twelve members
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
Education
No Degree - Sport Management
Master of Arts - Education Leadership
05-2005
Skills
- Academic advising
- Primary source analysis
- Historical writing
- Project-based learning
- Strong analytical skills
- Cultural impact assessment
- Educational research
- Multicultural education
- Teaching strategies
- Behavioral Management
Certification
- Certified MHSAA Official
Timeline
Varsity Basketball Coach - East Kentwood High School
11.2021 - 04.2022
Head JV Basketball Coach - East Kentwood High School
09.2016 - 04.2023
Social Studies Department Chair - East Kentwood High School
08.2012 - 08.2016
Instructor of History - Kentwood Public Schools
08.1997 - Current
- Certified MHSAA Official
Central Michigan University - No Degree, Sport Management
Grand Valley State University - Master of Arts, Education Leadership
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