Rachel Beech
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Upbeat Elementary Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
- Planned and executed daily interactive lessons in a variety of topics that captivated the interest of nineteen third grade students
- Facilitated effective small group time where all students have different opportunities
- Upheld regular communication with parents and appropriate stakeholders through email and correspondence
- Utilized state-mandated curriculum in a way that was received by each individual class dynamic
- Created resources and tracked data using Microsoft and Google suites.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Substitute Teacher/Long-Term Substitute
Wake County Public Schools
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Adapted to the needs of established classrooms while teachers went on long term leaves
- Coordinated with classroom teachers to ensure seamless transitions and minimize parent discontent
- Attended to a variety of physical and emotional needs of individual students while maintaining consistent boundaries.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - Elementary Education, k-6 Licensure
University of North Carolina Greensboro
Greensboro, NC12.2019
Skills
- Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (Lexia LETRS) - 04/01/24
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Growth Mindset
- Organizational Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Student needs assessment
- Individualized Learning Plans
Certification
- K-6 Elementary Education License - 2019-Present
- LETRS, Wake County Public Schools - May 2024
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher/Long-Term Substitute
Wake County Public Schools
05.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - Elementary Education, k-6 Licensure
University of North Carolina Greensboro
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