Rodney Morris
Gray Hawk
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with extensive experience in education. Known for strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to fostering a respectful and supportive learning environment for students and colleagues alike.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired Teacher
Jackson County Board of Education
08.1994 - 12.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback cycles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary curriculum initiatives.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted respect and inclusivity among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Education
Master's Education - Master's Education in Administration
Cumberland College
Williamsburg, KY 05-1998
Bachelor - Bachelor's of Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-1994
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Testing and grading
- Student records management
- Empathy and patience
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Child development
- Curriculum implementation
- Innovative lesson planning
Timeline
Retired Teacher
Jackson County Board of Education
08.1994 - 12.2022
Master's Education - Master's Education in Administration
Cumberland College
Bachelor - Bachelor's of Education
Eastern Kentucky University