Rachel Cox
GRANDVIEW,US
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
ENGLISH TEACHER
Burleson ISD
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging and challenging curriculum for high school students
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and critical thinking
- Utilize various teaching methods, including differentiated instruction, to accommodate diverse learning styles
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to align curriculum with educational standards
- Organize and supervise extracurricular activities, such as the school literary club and debate team
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
ENGLISH TEACHER/INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Venus ISD
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Assist in the design and implementation of curriculum and teaching resources, aligning them with educational standards and best practices
- Offer one-on-one mentoring to teachers, helping them set professional goals and create action plans for improvement
- Teach English language and literature, including reading, writing, grammar, and literary analysis
- Engage students in meaningful learning activities
- Administer and grade assignments, exams, and other assessments to evaluate student performance
- Maintain a well-organized and disciplined classroom environment to ensure effective learning
- Adapt teaching methods to cater to the diverse learning needs and abilities of students, including those with special needs or English as a second language (ESL).
ENGLISH TEACHER
Uplift Grand Preparatory
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Develop and implement engaging and challenging curriculum for high school students
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and critical thinking
- Utilize various teaching methods, including differentiated instruction, to accommodate diverse learning styles
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to align curriculum with educational standards
- Organize and supervise extracurricular activities, such as the school literary club and debate team
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHER
Kajonkietsuska International School
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planned and delivered engaging ESL lessons to diverse groups of students from various cultural backgrounds
- Utilized modern teaching methodologies to foster language acquisition, including communicative language teaching and task-based learning
- Adapted curriculum and materials to suit the needs and proficiency levels of each student
- Implemented technology, such as interactive software and multimedia resources, to enhance the learning experience
- Conducted regular assessments and provided constructive feedback to students to monitor their progress
- Organized and participated in extracurricular activities and language workshops to promote cultural exchange and enhance language skills
- Collaborated with colleagues and participated in professional development to stay updated on the latest teaching strategies and trends in language education.
RECRUITING SPECIALIST
Express Employment Services
06.2004 - 05.2015
- Conducted job interviews, evaluated applicants' skills and qualifications, and recommended hires
- Analyzed market trends to identify current talent gaps within the organization's workforce plan
- Organized pre-employment assessments such as aptitude tests or personality tests for shortlisted candidates
- Maintained positive relationships with potential hiring sources such as colleges, employment agencies, recruiters
- Negotiated salary packages with successful applicants and finalized offers of employment
- Attended career fairs, workshops, seminars to build networks with potential candidates
- Coordinated onboarding activities for new recruits including orientation sessions and training programs.
Education
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH -
University of Texas
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Group Leadership
- Hands-On Learning
- Parent Communication
- Student assessment
References
References available upon request
Timeline
ENGLISH TEACHER
Burleson ISD
01.2023 - Current
ENGLISH TEACHER/INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Venus ISD
01.2018 - 01.2023
ENGLISH TEACHER
Uplift Grand Preparatory
01.2015 - 01.2018
SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHER
Kajonkietsuska International School
01.2015 - 01.2016
RECRUITING SPECIALIST
Express Employment Services
06.2004 - 05.2015
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH -
University of Texas
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