CEDRIC H. MALONE
Carbondale
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Jefferson Elementary School, skilled in IEP writing and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative lesson planning and positive behavioral interventions. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment that supports diverse learners and promotes academic success. Compassionate Resource Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in individualized instruction, curriculum adaptation, and behavioral management strategies. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful learning outcomes for students with diverse needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resource Teacher
Williamson County Educational Services
Johnston City
08.2019 - Current
- RTI Specialist grades 1-4th
RTI Specialist
Giant City Elementary School
Carbondale
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective classroom strategies.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to parents and staff.
Kindergarten Teacher
Giant City Elementary School
Carbondale
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Assessed student performance through observation and informal assessments.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
Pre-K Special Education Instructional Aide
Carbondale School District 95
Carbondale
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Supported teachers with lesson plans and classroom activities for diverse learners.
- Assisted students with individualized education plans during lessons and assessments.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student interactions.
- Collaborated with specialists to adapt materials for students' unique learning needs.
- Maintained classroom organization and prepared educational resources for daily use.
Assistant Teacher
SIU Head Start Agency
Carbondale
09.2005 - 12.2016
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans for preschool students.
- Supported children's social and emotional development through guided activities.
- Organized classroom materials to create a safe and welcoming learning environment.
- Participated in staff meetings to contribute ideas for program improvement.
- Aided in the assessment of children's developmental milestones and learning needs.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
Support Teacher
SIU Head Start Agency
Carbondale
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials for children.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and engaging students in learning.
- Monitored student behavior and facilitated positive interactions among peers.
- Maintained inventory of classroom supplies and requested restocking as needed.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
- Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Education
M.A. - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2017
B.A. - Radio-Television
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL08.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Parkland College
Champaign, ILSkills
- IEP writing and management
- Knowledge of ISBE standards
- Lesson planning strategies
- IDEA disability categories
- Classroom management techniques
- Illinois KIDS assessments
- Positive behavioral interventions
- Crisis prevention strategies
- DCFS licensing compliance
- Web-based IEP systems
- Standards-based learning software
- Student management systems
- Adaptive assessment tools
- Progress monitoring methods
- Creative curriculum assessments
- google workspace applications
Committees Activities Volunteering
- PBIS Committee, Johnston City Community School District 1, Fall 2019-Present
- School Improvement Committee, Johnston City Community School District 1, Fall 2019-Present
- Maternal Prenatal and Infant Instructor, Southern Illinois Healthcare, Carbondale, Fall 2015 -Spring 2020
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS
- First Aid & CPR
Teacher Credentials
- Illinois Professional Education License, K-9
- Illinois LBS1 Endorsement, K-12
Roles And Responsibilities
- Provide physical and instructional support for individual students with exceptionalities
- Implemented IEP and RTI goals and strategies for students with exceptionalities
- Developed and implemented teaching strategies for children between the ages of three and five years, consistent with state and Head Start performance standards
- Organize and implement daily activities that engage children in literacy, language, math, cognitive and social emotional development
- Accurately completes all paperwork, including home visit forms, parent/teacher conference forms, lesson plans, grading and progress monitoring.
- Maintains accurate and current assessment information noting child's progress across all developmental domains utilizing anecdotal notes and/or examples of children's work
- Maintain weekly communication with parents and specialist through email and communication logs
- Assess students with emotional and behavioral difficulty through a daily tracking system
- Assisted student with Autism Spectrum Disorder in various approaches to learning
Position Held
- Resource Teacher, Williamson County Educational Services, Johnston City School District, 08/01/19-Present
- RTI Specialist grades 1-4th, Giant City Elementary School, Carbondale, IL, Spring 2019
- Kindergarten Teacher, Giant City Elementary School, Carbondale, IL, Fall 2018
- Pre-K Special Education Instructional Aide, Carbondale School District 95, Carbondale IL, Fall 2016 - Fall 2017
- Assistant Teacher, SIU Head Start Agency, Carbondale, IL, Fall 2005- Fall 2016
- Support Teacher, SIU Head Start Agency, Carbondale, IL, Spring 2004-Spring 2005
- Substitute Teacher, SIU Head Start Agency, Carbondale, IL, Fall 2001- Fall 2003
Timeline
Resource Teacher
Williamson County Educational Services
08.2019 - Current
RTI Specialist
Giant City Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Giant City Elementary School
09.2018 - 12.2018
Pre-K Special Education Instructional Aide
Carbondale School District 95
09.2016 - 12.2017
Assistant Teacher
SIU Head Start Agency
09.2005 - 12.2016
Support Teacher
SIU Head Start Agency
01.2004 - 06.2005
M.A. - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
B.A. - Radio-Television
Southern Illinois University
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Parkland College
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