Rod Erickson
Sandstone,MN
Summary
Experienced and passionate educator skilled in classroom management, Q & A, and behavior enhancement. Collaborative and dedicated to supporting student needs by working with teachers, administrators, and specialists.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
Finlayson, MN
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Effectively arranged educational field trips to the state capitol, Fort Snelling, and James J Hill House in alignment with social studies curriculum objectives.
- Attended professional development workshops related to new instructional methods or technologies.
- Headed the grade level team.
- Developed and implemented a standards-aligned reading curriculum, along with corresponding assessments.
- Supervised a student teacher.
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administrators to ensure student success.
5th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
Finlayson, MN
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Organized and maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Facilitated the development of a collaborative environment within the grade level team.
- Analyzed student testing data to inform instructional approaches.
6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
East Central School District
Finlayson, MN
08.1990 - 06.2020
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to math and science education.
- Communicated regularly with parents via email or telephone regarding their child's performance.
- Held parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and any areas needing improvement.
- Developed and implemented a 6th grade math and science curriculum that meets state standards.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by creating activities to foster problem-solving abilities.
Title 1 Teacher and Americorp Coordinator
East Central School District
Finlayson, MN
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Established positive relationships with parents of Title 1 students to ensure successful academic outcomes.
- Worked closely with general ed teachers to develop instructional strategies aimed at supporting struggling students
- Worked alongside Americorp volunteers to establish a structured schedule and monitoring framework for assessing student development.
6th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
Sandstone, MN
08.1986 - 06.1990
- Assessed student performance utilizing formative and summative assessments.
- Instructed students in the fundamentals of math, science, social studies, reading and writing.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lessons when appropriate for enhanced engagement and understanding.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
6th Grade Teacher, LTS
Sandstone Public Schools
Sandstone, MN
08.1985 - 01.1986
- Developed and implemented customized reading and math lessons for elementary school students of 5th and 6th grade, catering to varying instructional levels within each subject.
- Taught social studies, science, spelling, and grammar to 6th graders.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a productive classroom environment.
Education
Masters of Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN10-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN05-1985
High School Diploma -
East Chain High School
East Chain, MN05-1981
Skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Student Engagement
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Total Participation Techniques
- Google Suite
- Mathematics Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Lesson planning expertise
Accomplishments
- 2 time LEEA (Leadership in Educational Excellence Award) 1996, 2023
- Educator of Excellence Award 2021
- 2 time Finalist Pine County Reader's ChoiceBest Coach (2021 & 2022)
- Finalist Pine County Reader's ChoiceBest Teacher 2022
- 7 Great River Conference Coach of the Year-Boys and Girls Basketball, Golf
- WCMP Radio Coach of the Year, 1998, Girls Basketball
Affiliations
- Enjoy camping, hiking, backpacking and rock and mountain climbing.
- Piano player and musician.
- Enjoy traveling with friends.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
08.2022 - 06.2024
5th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
Title 1 Teacher and Americorp Coordinator
East Central School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
East Central School District
08.1990 - 06.2020
6th Grade Teacher
East Central School District
08.1986 - 06.1990
6th Grade Teacher, LTS
Sandstone Public Schools
08.1985 - 01.1986
Masters of Education
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Bethel University
High School Diploma -
East Chain High School
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