Rachel Anderson
Educator/Trainer
Kent,Ohio
Summary
Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction. Adaptable teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. Proficient in crafting syllabi and instruction plans with clear learning outcomes easily communicated to students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Taught Media Literacy graduate course to visiting teacher scholars from Eastern Europe.
- Optimized the IREX grant requirements for the Fulbright Teaching Excellence (TEA) and Achievement in Media Literacy Program.
- Increased scholar motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles and cultures.
- Organized field trips and guest lectures to expose scholars to real-world applications of course material, enhancing their understanding of media literacy in American schools.
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Taught Multicultural Education, C&I 6/71130 online to graduate students from the College of Education, Health and Human Services and College of the Arts.
- Facilitated group projects that promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.
- Advised and mentored students on academic progress, career goals, and personal development.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student understanding and measure progress effectively.
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted leadership seminar for grant-funded, visiting Saudi teachers and administrators.
- Increased scholar motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles and cultural traditions.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched scholars' ''educational experience" beyond the classroom setting.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize cultural and language gaps and instruct and motivate.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve scholar-centered learning.
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Conducted leadership seminar for grant-funded, visiting Saudi teachers and administrators.
- Provided individualized support for Saudi scholars through tailored conversations and cultural guidance.
- Performed classroom visits to assess the American - Saudi teaching pairs for effective collaboration.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted scholar well-being and professional growth.
- Collaborated with grant administration, funders and school districts to secure creative and professional spaces for scholars to conduct modified action research and complete mandated requirement of the individual professional learning plan (IPLP).
- Converted in-person course to "online only" due to pandemic restrictions and campus closure.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating multimedia presentations and interactive activities into lessons.
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Taught Education in a Democratic Society, CULT 29535.
- Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop innovative teaching strategies for improved learning outcomes.
- Coordinated guest speaker events, exposing students to real-world perspectives from industry professionals.
- Facilitated group projects that promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.
- Advised and mentored students on academic progress, career goals, and personal development.
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Taught Education in a Democratic Society, CULT 29535.
- Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop innovative teaching strategies for improved learning outcomes.
- Coordinated guest speaker events, exposing students to real-world perspectives from industry professionals.
- Facilitated group projects that promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.
- Incorporated diverse instructional techniques to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Akron Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Accepted k-12 short term, long term and special student graduation initiatives.
- Supported English language learners by adapting instructional strategies and materials to meet their unique needs within the mainstream classroom setting.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall student achievement levels and reducing achievement gaps among different groups of learners.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Cultural Foundations of Education
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio08.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling
Saint Mary’s College of California
Moraga, CaliforniaBachelor of Arts - Communication
Stanford University
Stanford, CaliforniaSkills
Differentiated Instruction
Assignment Grading
Student Records Management
Class Instruction
Academic advisement
Curriculum Development
Technology Integration
Adaptable teaching approach
Online Teaching Experience
Presentations
- Fast Forward for Girls: How can tech be used to promote girls’ education after the pandemic?, NGO (UN) Commission on the Status of Women, New York, NY, March 2023
- Self-Care as a Leadership Skill (for teachers), US Brazil Exchange Alumni, CFAF, UESPI-PREX Teacher Training Day: Online Teaching: Opportunities and Challenges in Times of Change, Sept. 2021
- Inviting the World into Northeast Ohio: Globalizing Local School Districts through International Visitor Teacher Programs., Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) 63rd Annual Conference, San Francisco, CA, April 2019
Publications
- Walking a Gender Tightrope: A Qualitative Study of Female Student Veterans’ Experiences within Military and Campus Cultures., NASPA Journal About Women in Higher Education, 2016, Rachel Anderson, Christin L. Seher, Susan V. Iverson, Kathryn Jarvis, & David DiRamio
- Out from the shadows: Female student veterans and help-seeking., College Student Journal, 2015, DiRamio, D., Jarvis, K., Iverson, S., Seher, C., & Anderson, R.
- The complexity of veteran identity: Understanding the role of gender, race and sexuality., Called to serve: A handbook on student veterans and higher education, 2013, Iverson, S. V., & Anderson, R.
Dissertation Committee Membership
S. Owidah, Massification of higher education in saudi arabia in the context of saudi vision 2030: Challenges and responses, 30725382, D. A. Bober, Singled out for success: A narrative inquiry of single mothers in the community college, 10645446, Ya Na, The Role of Vocational Schooling in the Empowerment of Rural Migrant Girls in Western China: A Comparative Study of Ethnic Mongolian and Han Girls
Affiliations
- Comparative and International Education Society (CIES)
- Society of Gender Professionals (SGP)
Administrative Leadership
- Assistant Project Manager, Kent State University, College of Education, Health and Human Services, Kent, Ohio, 2018-2020
- Assistant Dean, Academic Affairs (Interim), Cuyahoga Community College, Western Campus, Parma, Ohio, September 2016 - June 2017
- Assistant Dean, Student Affairs, Cuyahoga Community College, Eastern Campus, Highland Hills, Ohio, November 2013 - September 2016
- Director of the Center for Adult & Veteran Services, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, 2001-2013
International Experience
- Faculty Mentor, International Leadership in Education Program (ILEP) grant, Kent, Ohio, 2008-2009
- Presenter, International Leadership in Education Program grant, Kent, Ohio, 2007-2008
- Co-investigator, Women’s Leadership and Democracy Building Project in Turkey, Kent, Ohio, 2004-2006
- Invited Conference Participant, UNESCO International Symposium and Policy Forum, Bangkok, August 2017
- UN Training Participant, UNESCO International Symposium and Policy Forum, Bangkok, August 2017
Training Technology
- Learning with Innovative Technology Conference, SUNY, Empire State, NY, August 2023
- Core Elements of STEM Instruction: STEM Conference, Northern Kentucky University, KY, 2018 & 2019
- NEXT: New Explorations in Teaching, University of Akron, Akron, OH, 2018 & 2019
- Creating Global Mindedness Leadership Institute, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, October 2018
K12 Education Experience
- 5 Year Substitute, Multi-Age, PK-12, Ohio, 2021-2026
- Substitute and Sr. Mentor (diploma completion), Akron Public Schools, Akron, Ohio, Spring 2022-present
Awards
- Honored Faculty, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, 2018
- Campus Momentum Award, Cuyahoga Community College, Western Campus, Parma, Ohio, January 2017
- Mothers, Mentors, Muses, Women’s Center, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, March 2012
Timeline
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2022 - 03.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Akron Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
08.2021 - 12.2021
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2020 - 06.2020
Instructor
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
07.2019 - 12.2019
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
01.2018 - 05.2018
Adjunct Faculty
Kent State University, College Of EHHS
08.2017 - 12.2017
Doctor of Philosophy - Cultural Foundations of Education
Kent State University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Saint Mary’s College of California
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Stanford University