Bradley Lee Rumbel
1594 Trolley Road Apt. 1
Hanover PA, 17331
(717)-521-7003
Education
Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre, PA
M.S. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, August 2014
Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies, Silver Spring, MD
Early Childhood Credential, July 2008
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, Magna Cum Laude
B.S. in Elementary Education, Minor in Spanish, June 2005
Certifications
Program Specialist English as a Second Language (ESL) PK-12 Certification (July 2013)
Pennsylvania Instructional II certification
Elementary K-6 (June 2014)
Private School Teacher Nursery/Kindergarten (October 2007)
Education Experience
K-5 ESL Teacher, Chambersburg Area School District, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, October 2014- present
· Instructed K-5 students whose first language was something other than English.
o Designed and implemented lessons focusing on the four skills of listening, speaking, writing, and listening utilizing the district’s ESL curriculum.
o Differentiated instruction for students based on student’s levels of language proficiency.
· Administered state mandated WIDA language assessment grades K-5.
· Collaborated with teachers providing strategies and resources for the classroom.
· Scheduled required services between two elementary buildings for students who receive ESL instruction.
· Planned and Sponsored ESL parent nights.
o Parents and students participated in different activities relating to the English language as well as became familiar with the district’s ESL curriculum.
· Provided translation services to teachers and other staff when communicating with families.
Second Grade Teacher, Chambersburg Area School District, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, September 2013-Octobober 2014
· Instructed second grade students using the district’s Math, Science, and Social Studies curriculum aligning to the Common Core Standards.
· Collaborated with grade level and subject level teachers during biweekly Professional Learning Communities.
· Guided and differentiated instruction based on Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) computerized data.
· Incorporated technology into instruction
o SMART board
o Web 2.0 tools such as Edmodo, Blogger, Prezi,
o YouTube, Discovery Education,
o Microsoft Word, PowerPoint,
· Communicated with families through positive phone calls, class dojo, and written notes.
Kindergarten Teacher, Chambersburg Area School District, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, December 2010-September 2013
· Implemented a district wide ELA curriculum focusing on learning essential questions as well as the Investigations math curriculum guided by Common Core standards.
· Formally and informally assessed students progress using pre and post tests, anecdotal records, DRAs, InView, MAP, and district regulated assessments.
· Utilized Kid Writing and Writers workshop to administer the district’s writing curriculum.
· Attended district offered professional development courses pertaining to Investigations math, Kid Writing, Children’s Literacy Initiative, and the Science and Social Studies Curriculum.
· Differentiated instruction focusing on vocabulary, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, and comprehension based on I station computer literacy program and MAP data.
Head Teacher Primary 3-6 classroom, Montessori Academy of Chambersburg, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, June 2007-December 2010
· Implemented individual and group lessons based on and designed by the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori to students, ages 3-kindergarten.
· Designed and created educational lessons and units of studies as supplemental material for the curriculum.
· Integrated various cross-curricular and cultural aspects into daily lessons and activities.
· Initiated parent/guardian communication through the use of email, blogs, and class website.
· Maintained and managed records according to each student’s progress throughout the academic year.
Key Skills and Experience
Leadership
· Developed and presented professional development courses related to ESL instruction.
· Trained in Classroom Literacy Initiative (CLI), Investigations Math curriculum, KidWriting.
· Teacher mentor to new teachers
· Member of the crisis management team
· Work with mainstream teachers developing a schedule to ensure the required amount of ESL services for students.
Communication
· Published monthly newsletters relating to ESL instruction for teachers, administrators, and parents.
· Created various letters and brochures informing parents and teachers of important information regarding ESL services.
· Communicated with families via positive phone calls after each marking period.
· Presented key concepts at monthly ESL department meetings.
Assessment
· Developed and maintained a proper file system, which includes pertinent information for all current and monitored ESL students.
· Scheduled, administered, and analyzed Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessments.
· Scheduled and administered WIDA language assessments.
Technology
· Trained teachers in the use of SMART boards, Apple TV, Projectors, IPads, WACOM boards.
· Worked with teachers to advance skills in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, SMART notebook, Web 2.0 tools, video conferencing.
· Obtained resources for the classroom using Donorschoose.org and assisted teachers to create personal accounts for their own classrooms.
· Designed Science and Social Studies Units using Edmodo as a means of online instruction and assessment for students.
· Created and Maintained personal website for the school district as well as the ESL department website.
Other
· Proficient speaking, reading, and writing skills in the Spanish language.
· CPR and First Aid certified
Professional Affiliations
Pennsylvania State Education Association
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
References
Janet Hasis K-12 ESL Supervisor, CASD 717-263-9281
Thomas VanArsdale Principal, Scotland Elementary 717-261-3460
Marianne Talhelm Literacy Coach, CASD 717-372-7027