Rachel Ballard
Greenbrier,AR
Summary
Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record across three school districts, enhancing player development and academic success. Skilled in curriculum development and implementation, I achieved a 24% increase in student proficiency on the ATLAS summative assessment while delivering engaging science lessons. Committed to nurturing well-rounded student-athletes through strategic coaching and community involvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Softball Coach, Life Science Teacher
South Side School District
07.2025 - Current
Secondary Level Life Science Teacher
West Side School District
07.2023 - 06.2025
7-9 Science Teacher, Head Volleyball Coach
Searcy County School District
07.2021 - 06.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas, AR07-2021
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR12-2024
Post-Graduate Certificate - Building Level Administration
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas, AR07-2026
Skills
- Practice management
- Player development
- Coaching experience
Certification
- Middle Level Science (4-8 grade)
- Secondary Level Life Sciences (Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Environmental Science)
- 7-12 Physical Education and Health
- NFHS Coaching
Timeline
Head Softball Coach, Life Science Teacher
South Side School District
07.2025 - Current
Secondary Level Life Science Teacher
West Side School District
07.2023 - 06.2025
7-9 Science Teacher, Head Volleyball Coach
Searcy County School District
07.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Central Arkansas
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Arkansas
Post-Graduate Certificate - Building Level Administration
University of Central Arkansas