Ronald Robrts
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Experienced educator known for innovative lesson planning and engaging teaching methods. Strong focus on student-centered learning and mentoring, dedicated to improving academic outcomes and promoting a positive learning environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
04.1990 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and collaboration.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to support diverse learning styles and improve engagement.
- Coordinated extracurricular programs to promote student engagement and development.
- Ensured alignment between lesson objectives, instructional materials, and assessments through careful planning and ongoing review of curriculum materials.
- Advocated for student needs, liaising with parents and support staff to ensure academic success.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Analyzed student performance data to refine instructional techniques.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, promoting student engagement outside of regular class hours.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- I taught all elementary school subjects from grades 3-5
- I taught Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and PE for grades 6-7
- I taught all subjects in English and Spanish (when required)
Education
Teaching Credential - General Studies
National University
La Jolla, CA02.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics & French
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12-1989
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
Accomplishments
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Won “Favorite Teacher ” as awarded by the students at Maclay Middle School for nearly every one of my 27 years there.
- Led class to an average 70% increase in Math standardized test scores during the 2015-2016 school year.
- Led class to an average 60% increase in English standardized test scores from the 2016-2022 school years.
Certification
- Certified Multiple Subject Teacher (K-12) in California
- A- Level Speaker of Spanish (LAUSD)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
04.1990 - 07.2023
Teaching Credential - General Studies
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics & French
University of California, Los Angeles