I am Roderick Prior, an experienced educator and administrator based in Las Vegas with a passion for student success, regulatory compliance, and data-driven operations. I thrive in international education settings, leading program development, academic advising, and LMS implementations to improve student satisfaction and outcomes.

Roderick Prior

I am Roderick Prior, an experienced educator and administrator based in Las Vegas with a passion for student success, regulatory compliance, and data-driven operations. I thrive in international education settings, leading program development, academic advising, and LMS implementations to improve student satisfaction and outcomes.

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I am Roderick Prior, an experienced educator and administrator based in Las Vegas with a passion for student success, regulatory compliance, and data-driven operations.

I thrive in international education settings, leading program development, academic advising, and LMS implementations to improve student satisfaction and outcomes.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Committee Registrar at Georgia Association of International Educators
January 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Managed 430 member records and institutional data for SE educators, improved data tracking and user accessibility through registration system development and maintenance, reviewed and securely archived documentation in permanent records, and responded to inquiries to enhance user satisfaction.
Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) | Academic Liaison at The English Island
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Maintained full federal compliance by managing SEVIS records and Form I-17 updates; minimized errors and delays by managing SEVP guidance, F-1 applications, and USCIS follow-up; advised on academic requirements, OPT, and F/J regulations to improve student satisfaction and retention; led targeted orientations, assessments, and ESL instruction for Adult IEP and Dentistry programs; developed an Excel tracking system for exchange students reducing onboarding time by 48 hours; created grade and attendance tracking tools; led the implementation of a new LMS to strengthen academic and administrative operations.
Committee Website & Listserv Manager at Georgia Association of International Educators
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Managed website lifecycle and updated event pages for the Annual GAIE Conference and Georgia International Leadership Conference; coordinated with the Executive Committee to publish job announcements, scholarship opportunities, and regional news; moderated official email listserv and resolved technical issues with website navigation and email delivery.
Volunteer Teacher at La Amistad, Inc
February 1, 2017 - October 1, 2022
Elevated student performance through assessments, individualized improvement plans, and targeted feedback; delivered ESL instruction using SIOP, Dogme, Realia, and Total Physical Response methodologies; fostered inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms for diverse adult learners; mentored new teacher candidates on instructional practices and procedures.
Bank Officer | Vault Imaging Supervisor at Ameris Bank
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021
Oversaw vault operations, loan documentation, recordkeeping, and compliance; designed and implemented a multi-phase vault reorganization to improve accessibility and efficiency; served as subject-matter expert for vault relocation and post-merger process redesign; developed job aids and training materials for staff using advanced Microsoft tools; achieved strong audit and examination outcomes.
ESL Teacher at Latin Hire, OpenEnglishJR.com
October 1, 2017 - November 1, 2018
Delivered interactive virtual ESL instruction to students ages 6-15; customized curriculum and assessments to improve engagement and comprehension; fostered inclusive learning environments supporting student confidence and retention.

Education

Master of Education at Northcentral University, San Diego, CA
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

TEFL Certificate (120 Hours)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
TEFL Certificate – Young Learners (50 Hours)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
Articulate Storyline – Yukon Learning
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
SQL Essentials – LinkedIn Learning
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
OCI Foundations Associate, Oracle University
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
OCI Architect Associate Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government
    uniE621 Website - The Fogged Watch
    Promotional website designed and developed for Rowan Merritt, author of the novel, The Fogged Watch. This project required integrating brand storytelling, visual direction, author identity, and AI-assisted creative workflows to support book marketing and audience engagement. photo graphicdesigner webdesigner branding designer
    uniE621 English Quest - ESL Instructional Course
    This interactive online course is designed to assist English language learners in grammar proficiency, navigational vocabulary, expressions, and pop-culture references. Try here: https://www.twine.net/signin Instructional Design,, Video Editing Webdevelopment designer
    uniE603 Roderick "Ricky" Prior VO Demo
    Commercial Voiceover demo for all media. music voiceover vocal