Rachael Pankow
Telluride,CO
Summary
Dedicated Special Education paraprofessional seeking to educate and inspire young minds through individualized instruction and extensive support. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment and empowering all students to achieve their full potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraeducator
Telluride Intermediate School District
08.2024 - Current
- Small Group Interventions
- 1:1 ABA interventions
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations and curriculum modifications.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Attended ongoing professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices in special education instruction.
Exceptional Student Services(ESS) Paraprofessional
Silverton Public School District R-1
10.2021 - Current
- Special Education Paraprofessional
- Kindergarten/1st Grade Literacy Teacher
- 2nd/3rd Grade Reading Interventionist
- Special Education Resource Grant Writer
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
Sales Associative and Supervisor
Great Divide Company
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Implemented creative visual merchandising strategies to maximize product exposure in retail environments.
- Supported team members during peak periods by sharing workload and providing guidance when needed.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ouray School District R-1
09.2018 - 09.2021
- 1:1 Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional
- Middle School Teacher’s Aid/Tutor
- Online Special Education Tutor
- COVID Educational Correspondence Aid
- Elementary Substitute Teacher
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefited all students involved.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely communication with parents and other stakeholders regarding individual achievements and areas needing improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Colorado Mesa State University
Grand Junction, Colorado06.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Metropolitan State University
Denver, ColoradoSome College (No Degree) - Sociology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, ColoradoHigh School Diploma -
Ouray Senior High School
Ouray, Colorado01.2014
Skills
- SafetyCare/Crisis Prevention Intervention certified(de-escalation techniques)
- CPR/AED certified
- ABA/RBT trained
- Knowledge in Computer Programming Software(Word, Powerpoint, Excel, etc)
- Efficient and effective communication skills
- Problem Solving, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills
- Adaptable and reliable
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Small, whole group, and 1:1 teaching and instruction capabilities
- Classroom management and organization
- Behavioral and IEP compliance and management
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Christy Sports- Part-time/Seasonal Sales Associate
- Bootdoctors (Winter 2024-2025)
- Alpineer (Summer 2025-present)
Ouray Visitor Center- Visitor Information Representative
- Summer (2012-2014, 2017-2018)
Ouray School District R-1- Coach
- Assistant High School Girls’ Volleyball Coach (Fall 2019 - 2020)
- Assistant Middle School Girls’ Basketball Coach (Winter 2020)
References
Evelyn Nelson Virginia Davis
Ouray School District R-1 Supervisor Ouray School District R-1 Colleague
719-213-9904 505-504-1024
enelson@ourayschool.org vdavis@ourayschool.org
Laurel Foster Heidi Aberman
Silverton Public Schools Supervisor Silverton Public Schools Supervisor
970-903-9865 970-708-7117
lfoster@silvertonschool.org haberman@silvertonschool.org
Timeline
Special Education Paraeducator
Telluride Intermediate School District
08.2024 - Current
Exceptional Student Services(ESS) Paraprofessional
Silverton Public School District R-1
10.2021 - Current
Sales Associative and Supervisor
Great Divide Company
05.2021 - 08.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ouray School District R-1
09.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Colorado Mesa State University
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Metropolitan State University
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Colorado State University
High School Diploma -
Ouray Senior High School
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