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Rachel Lesley May

Austin,TX

Summary

Education professional with a focus on innovation and student-centered approaches. Extensive experience in teaching and education consulting. Demonstrated ability to support at-risk, diverse, and special needs students through accommodations and personalized learning plans. Known for providing valuable guidance and counseling to help students overcome challenges and achieve success. Solid background in research, grant writing, and program development/assessment. Proficient in polished written and verbal communication, as well as social media marketing. Thrives in creative, independent, and collaborative environments.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Investment Specialist II

CHARLES SCHWAB
07.1997 - 05.2001
  • Recommended appropriate asset allocation based on individual client risk tolerance, financial goals, and market conditions.
  • Contacted potential clients to pursue sales and gather funds.
  • Helped clients make informed decisions about financial future.
  • Educated clients on financial topics and best practices.
  • Presented financial plans and investment recommendations to clients in branch.

Public School Teacher

Austin Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Education

Doctoral Coursework - Educational Administration Policy and Planning

University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
Additional coursework: Positive Psychology and Self-Actualization, Information Architecture and Design, Program Evaluation and Decision Making, Curriculum and Instruction, Biodiversity and Law, Italian, Psychology of Fashion, Qualitative and Quantitative Methods

Master of Arts (MA) - Teaching

Rollins College, Winter Park, FL

Texas Special Education Certification, Pre-K through 12

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - English, Emphasis in British Literature Prior to 1800

San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
Additional coursework: Economics, Marketing, Accounting

Mediation Certification -

Metropolitan Mediation Services, Brookline, MA

Skills

Retirement planning

  • Asset allocation
  • Business development
  • Investment advisory
  • Mutual funds
  • Investment performance analysis
  • Banking
  • Equity valuation

Timeline

Public School Teacher - Austin Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Investment Specialist II - CHARLES SCHWAB
07.1997 - 05.2001
San Diego State University - Bachelor of Arts (BA), English, Emphasis in British Literature Prior to 1800
Metropolitan Mediation Services - Mediation Certification,
University of Texas at Austin - Doctoral Coursework, Educational Administration Policy and Planning
Rollins College - Master of Arts (MA), Teaching
Rachel Lesley May