Rachel Austin
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Miami Springs Senior High School
Miami, FL
08.2009 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Teacher
Miami Central Senior High
Miami, FL
08.2006 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Teacher
Chancellor Charter School
North Lauderdale, FL
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Teacher
Markam Elementray
Pompano Beach, FL
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Teacher
Palm Beach Marine Institute
Juno Beach, FL
08.2000 - 06.2002
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Cross Creek School
Pompano Beach, FL
08.1989 - 06.2000
- Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students.
- Observed students during lessons to ensure they were receiving instruction at their appropriate level.
- Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
- Worked one-on-one with students who required additional assistance understanding material or completing assignments.
- Kept up-to-date on current trends in special education teaching methods and strategies.
- Organized materials within classrooms according to established procedures.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child's progress both verbally and through written reports.
- Provided continuous support by accompanying students to classes and in-school activities.
- Aided disabled students in using restroom facilities.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
Teacher's Assistant
Deerfield Beach Middle School
Deerfield Beach, FL
08.1987 - 06.1989
- Provided individualized assistance to students with special needs in the classroom.
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Enforced rules regarding student conduct while promoting respect for diversity among classmates.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Nova University
FT.Lauderale/Davie05-2021
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
- Flexible and adaptive
Certification
- I am a National certified Child Care Director.
Timeline
Teacher
Miami Springs Senior High School
08.2009 - Current
Teacher
Miami Central Senior High
08.2006 - 06.2024
Teacher
Chancellor Charter School
08.2003 - 06.2006
Teacher
Markam Elementray
08.2001 - 06.2002
Teacher
Palm Beach Marine Institute
08.2000 - 06.2002
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Cross Creek School
08.1989 - 06.2000
Teacher's Assistant
Deerfield Beach Middle School
08.1987 - 06.1989
- I am a National certified Child Care Director.
Master of Science - Special Education
Nova University
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