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Rachael Hepner

Leavenworth,IN

Summary

Enthusiastic and goal-oriented professional with extensive classroom experience and a strong commitment to student success. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, excellent time-management skills, and a quick ability to learn and apply new skills. Dedicated to leveraging these qualities to excel as a classroom teacher and empower students to enhance their education and develop essential life skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Title 1 Instructional Assistant

South Crawford Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Sunday School Teacher

Victory Baptist Church
06.2023 - Current
  • Led faith-based life to provide example for students between ages 2 and 11.
  • Maintained Sunday School area through providing decoration and literature.
  • Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
  • Adapted Bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Bullitt County Public Schools
05.2007 - 05.2012
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

YMCA Childcare Provider

YMCA of Bullitt County
05.2004 - 05.2012
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Acute and long-term care

Bellarmine University
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts in History - Social Studies

University of Louisville
05.2009

Skills

  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Student Supervision
  • Relationship Building
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Lesson development
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Effective Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Learner engagement

References

  • Amy Etienne 1(812)719-0880 aetienne@cccs.k12.in.us
  • Katie Stroud 1(812)653-3823 kstroud@cccs.k12.in.us


Timeline

Title 1 Instructional Assistant

South Crawford Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Sunday School Teacher

Victory Baptist Church
06.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Bullitt County Public Schools
05.2007 - 05.2012

YMCA Childcare Provider

YMCA of Bullitt County
05.2004 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Acute and long-term care

Bellarmine University

Bachelor of Arts in History - Social Studies

University of Louisville
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