Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
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Mackenzie Rice

Mackenzie Rice

South Charleston,OH

Summary

Hardworking educator with over 10 years of Spanish language study, including grammar, conversation, literature, and culture. Experience teaching high school Spanish, tutoring ESL students, and working with special-needs children as a paraproffesional. I have learned valuable teaching techniques and classroom management skills through my time in education. My experience in special education has taught me how to adapt my approach to fit each student’s needs. Focused on creating a positive and supportive classroom for all learners.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Kenton Ridge Spanish Long Term Substitute

NELSD
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Planned and taught lessons (no permanent teacher present).
  • Checked students' language skills regularly.
  • Kept students focused using positive reinforcement.
  • Managed daily classroom behavior and rules.
  • Graded assignments and gave feedback.

Paraprofessional

Clark County ESC
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Worked closely with students, including those with challenging behaviors or behavior disorders.
  • Used calming techniques to help students manage behavior.
  • Adjusted de-escalation methods based on each student's individual needs and personality.
  • Created behavior charts and kept detailed reports about student progress.
  • Experienced working with students with special needs.

English Second Language Assistant

Clark County ESC (Catholic Central)
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Translated parent-teacher meetings and school communications.
  • Translated student assignments (K–12).
  • Managed student schedules.
  • Planned activities to help students improve English skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Wright State University
Dayton, OH
05-2025

Minor - Psychology

Wright State University
Dayton, OH
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Kenton Ridge High School
Springfield, OH
05-2018

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish language and knowledgeable about Hispanic cultures
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning and teaching
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Behavior management and student engagement
  • Organized and responsible
  • Skilled in translating and interpreting
  • Adaptability to student needs
  • Experience working with special-needs students
  • Ability to use positive reinforcement techniques

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Kenton Ridge Spanish Long Term Substitute

NELSD
02.2025 - 05.2025

Paraprofessional

Clark County ESC
09.2024 - 02.2025

English Second Language Assistant

Clark County ESC (Catholic Central)
02.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Wright State University

Minor - Psychology

Wright State University

High School Diploma -

Kenton Ridge High School