Russell (Russ) Reidelberger
Belleville
Summary
Experienced teacher and coach specializing in communication and conflict resolution. Known for developing impactful lesson plans and cultivating strong relationships with students and parents, actively promoting a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
District 201
Belleville
08.2006 - 01.2026
- Crafted engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding of curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom behavior management to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Nurtured positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to promote community engagement.
Assistant Manager
Blockbuster Music
Carbondale
11.1994 - 06.1998
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Supervised inventory management processes, maintaining accurate stock levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL06-1998
Skills
- Excellent communications skills especially writing, speaking, and listening skills utilizing persuasion and argumentative strategies
- Coached competitive speech and acting team for 28 years earning 11 state champions and 4 national champions
- AI prompt writing
- Broad topic knowledge
- Effective in deescalating tense conflict
- Conflict de-escalation
- Growth mindset
Timeline
Teacher
District 201
08.2006 - 01.2026
Assistant Manager
Blockbuster Music
11.1994 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale