Richard del Rio
San Diego
Summary
Experienced educator excelling in curriculum development, teaching at historic sites and project management. Proven track record in implementing innovative workshops and leading successful teacher training initiatives. Adept at logistics coordination, fostering effective communication, and working to sustain a team culture.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Coordinator and Assistant Director
USS Midway Institute for Teachers
San Diego
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Work as part of collaborative team to develop Midway summer institutes for teachers.
- Manage logistics of teacher participation.
- Assess success of ongoing seminars.
- Implement a new curriculum workshop in 2019.
- Plan strategies for future growth.
History and Social Science Teacher
The Bishop's School
La Jolla
08.2006 - 06.2018
- Subjects taught: AP US Government and Politics, AP US History, AP European History, Global Issues, Latin American History, Junior Model United Nations and grade 8 American History.
- Department Chair from 2007-2013.
- Teacher coach of Bishop's Mock Trial and Academic League Teams 2007-2018.
- Sponsor of student trips to Argentina and China.
- Coordinator for Jacobs Prize (summer study and travel for faculty) and Scholar-in-Residence Program.
History and Social Science Teacher
San Diego City Schools
San Diego
08.1992 - 06.2006
- La Jolla High School 2000-2006: Subjects taught: World History, AP European History and AP US History.
- Gifted and Talented Coordinator 2002-2006.
- Academic League coach 2000-2006.
- Sponsor of student trips to Cuba and Argentina.
- Muirlands Middle School 1993-1995 and 1997-2000: Subjects taught: Grade 8 US History.
- Associated Student Body Advisor 1997-2000.
- Sponsor of student trips to East Coast Historic Sites.
- Scripps Ranch High School 1995-1997: Subjects taught: World History, AVID and AP European History.
- Sponsor of African American Student Union.
Education
Single Subject Credential - History and Social Science
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA05-1992
MA - History
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-1991
BA - History and Spanish Literature
Boston University
Boston, MA05-1988
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Project management
- Workshop facilitation
- Logistics coordination
- Teaching at historic sites
- Administrative staff coordination
- Effective communication
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/11/63
Activities
California History and Social Science Project, Atlantik Brucke Fellow, Stratford Hall-Monticello Seminar, Library of Congress, Gilder Lehrman seminars, Midway Institute on Cold War, Korea and Vietnam, Numerous workshops within San Diego City Schools., San Diego City Schools District Leadership team for History and Social Science, California History and Social Science Assessments, Reader for AP European History examinations.
Timeline
Teacher Coordinator and Assistant Director
USS Midway Institute for Teachers
09.2018 - 12.2023
History and Social Science Teacher
The Bishop's School
08.2006 - 06.2018
History and Social Science Teacher
San Diego City Schools
08.1992 - 06.2006
Single Subject Credential - History and Social Science
University of San Diego
MA - History
University of California, San Diego
BA - History and Spanish Literature
Boston University
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