Roxana V Colon
Instructional Designer
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Senior education professional with over 12 years of experience in curriculum development and instructional design; led initiatives that increased student engagement and academic achievement by 20%. Developed customized science curriculum for Clinton Grace Christian School that catered to diverse learning styles. Collaborated with administrators on academic progress and professional development to enhance educational practices. Currently completing a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction at Liberty University, expected May 2026.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
High School Science Teacher/Science Department Chair
Clinton Grace Clinton School
Clinton, MD
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Transformed science education through hands-on experimentation and adaptive eLearning, leading to a 20% improvement in overall student grades and a 95% student satisfaction rate.
- Championed data-driven decision-making by presenting findings to fix the three biggest causes of low student performance and implementing new strategies that improved academic standing.
- Pioneered a personalized science curriculum incorporating virtual simulations and interactive digital tools, leading to a documented 20% improvement in student engagement and a 15% rise in test scores.
- Piloted a data-driven science curriculum based on state standards across three classrooms, leading to a 12% increase in student scores on standardized science assessments during the school year.
- Created a feedback system that collected responses from 90+ students, refining instructional methods which contributed to improved engagement and learning outcomes in science classes.
- Designed interactive science demos using everyday household items, making complex topics more accessible; boosted the overall understanding of core scientific principles among 100+ students.
- Partnered with administrators and department chairs to address academic progress, resulting in creating 5 new student success initiatives and improving overall student graduation rates by 8%.
- Orchestrated the administrative and academic functions of the science department, enhancing operational effectiveness by 10% through.
- Revitalized the science curriculum by integrating updated standards and learning objectives leading to a 7% improvement in student performance.
High School Teacher
Southern Maryland Christian School
White Plains, MD
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Established interactive curriculum and lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, increasing academic performance by 15%.
- Created standards-aligned quizzes and writing assignments that provided students with individual feedback; enabled instructors to identify learning gaps, resulting in a 20% improvement in overall class comprehension.
- Championed the adoption of adaptive learning platforms for individualized learning, increasing student engagement by 30%.
- Forged partnership with the Percy Julian Institute STEM departments, creating a field trip program that served 100+ students and increased STEM interest by 40% within participating students.
- Revamped the science classroom environment by creating interactive learning zones and incorporating visual aids, resulting in a more engaging atmosphere and a 10% attendance rate.
Education
Doctor of Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Design and Technology
Liberty University
Online 05.2026 - Current
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
American College of Education
Online 08.2018 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Education - Science
Grand Canyon University
OnlineSkills
Curriculum Development
Instructional Design
Differentiated Instruction
E-Learning
ADDIE
Universal Design
Successive Approximation Model (SAM)
Professional Development
Conference Presentation
Curriculum Alignment
Learning Management System (LMS)
Interactive Whiteboards
Digital tools
Personalized Learning
Data-Driven Instructional Strategies
Educational Research
Other
Scholarship Application Reviewer, Bilingual
Timeline
Doctor of Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Design and Technology
Liberty University
05.2026 - Current
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
American College of Education
08.2018 - 05.2025
High School Science Teacher/Science Department Chair
Clinton Grace Clinton School
08.2018 - 06.2022
High School Teacher
Southern Maryland Christian School
08.2012 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Education - Science
Grand Canyon University
Accomplishments
- Directed integration of instruction design and education technology into all classrooms.
- Increased student engagement by devising updates to classroom strategies.
- Spearheaded feedback system, resulting in improved academic engagement.
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students winning teacher of year.
- Collaborated with team of three in the development of STEM field trip program.
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Eta Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi
- International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteLanguages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual