Roddy Robert
Maquoketa,IA
Summary
To obtain a career in educational leadership and to provide quality education for students and quality leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of educational programs.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Imagine The Possibilities Inc.
07.2023 - Current
- Worked as a support professional for people with intellectual Disabilities to care for them performing duties such as;
- Teaching them Independent Life skills
- Advocating for them in all areas of their lives
- Supporting them with their health plans to keep them healthy
High School Special Education Paraeducator
Maquoketa High School
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked as a teacher aid/paraeducator to;
- To assist teachers with the day-to-day tasks
- Assist student with their individual needs
- Attend to other duties as assigned by supervisors
Resident Assistant
Glover Ridge Facilities
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Worked as a resident assistant to care for the elderly people with disabilities to
- Assist them with their meals, meds and other personal needs such as
- Hygiene
- And other personal needs daily
Special Education Program Coordinator
Pohnpei State Department of Education
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Perform the daily leadership role of coordinating the Special Education Division by;
- Supervising 83 employees including 56 Special Education teachers, 17 office staff, 1 custodian and 9 drivers
- Developed/Managing educational plans/programs for 695 students with disabilities including all the 14 disability categories namely Autism, Deaf-blindness, Deafness, Emotional Disturbance, Hearing impairment, Orthopedic Impairment, Other Health impairments, Intellectual Disabilities formerly metal retardation, Multiple Disabilities, Specific learning Disabilities, Speech or Language Impairment, traumatic Brain Injury and visual Impairments including Blindness
- Collaborate with school leadership and Education Department to oversee and monitor student services and enhanced learning for student with disabilities
- Collaborate with the National Department of Education for Improved services to children with disabilities
- Collaborate with federally funded Affiliated Programs and projects for the betterment of Education/learning for children with disabilities
Print Disabilities Specialist
Pohnpei State Department of Education
08.2008 - 04.2020
- Conduct internet and local research for teaching of students with print disabilities, namely students with visual impairments, students with Specific Learning Disabilities and students with severe physical impairments
- Consult/train parents and teachers on how to use effective strategies to educate students with print disabilities
- Provide direct instruction and Monitor student progress and plan programs that are appropriate for the students
High School Resource Teacher
PICS High School
01.2002 - 12.2008
- Teach students with disabilities in Special Resource Center
- Collaborate with general education teachers to promote Inclusive programs
- Provide lesson modifications as a means of strategizing to accommodate students to meet their individual needs in accordance with their Individualized education Plan/Programs(IEPs)
- Teach Health Science classes to freshmen
Classroom Teacher
Kolonia Elementary School
08.1999 - 12.2002
- Assist teachers to modify lessons for students with disabilities
- Helped promote Inclusive practices in the school
- Assist the principal to manage special education programs in the school
- Provide lesson modifications as a means of strategizing to accommodate students to meet their individual needs in accordance with their Individualized education Plan/Progams(IEPs)
Classroom Teacher
Ohmine Elementary School
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Assist two students with disabilities in the Inclusive classroom
- Provide lesson modifications as a means of strategizing to accommodate students to meet their individual needs in accordance with their Individualized education Plan/Programs(IEPs)
- Work as a substitute teacher for the school
Education
Master of Arts - Education in Vision Studies
University of Massachusetts-Boston
01.2018
Bachelor of Arts degree - Elementary Education
University of Guam
01.2013
Third year program - Elementary Education
College of Micronesia-FSM
01.2004
Associate of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts
College of Micronesia-FSM
01.1997
High School -
PICS High School
01.1994
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved daily issues which led to well-being of individuals.
- Collaborated with team of thirteen people in the development of daily activity calendars to improve services for clients
- Achieved relevant outcomes through effectively helping with advocacy activities.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Work Phone
563-652-5252
Home Mobile Phone
563-661-9078
Career Achievements
- Sound background in Special Education and Free Appropriate Public Education(FAPE) Laws
- Strong supportive colleague
- Good leadership/management skills and experience
- Specialized/certified in teaching students with visual impairments
- Sound background in teaching children with disabilities
- Devoted/committed Christian and church leader
- Active member/leader in the Island Community of Maquoketa
- Excellent interpersonal/intrapersonal skills
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- PCHM - Personal Care Homemaker
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Imagine The Possibilities Inc.
07.2023 - Current
High School Special Education Paraeducator
Maquoketa High School
04.2022 - 08.2023
Resident Assistant
Glover Ridge Facilities
02.2022 - 03.2022
Special Education Program Coordinator
Pohnpei State Department of Education
04.2020 - 12.2021
Print Disabilities Specialist
Pohnpei State Department of Education
08.2008 - 04.2020
High School Resource Teacher
PICS High School
01.2002 - 12.2008
Classroom Teacher
Kolonia Elementary School
08.1999 - 12.2002
Classroom Teacher
Ohmine Elementary School
01.1998 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Arts degree - Elementary Education
University of Guam
Third year program - Elementary Education
College of Micronesia-FSM
Associate of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts
College of Micronesia-FSM
High School -
PICS High School
Master of Arts - Education in Vision Studies
University of Massachusetts-Boston
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