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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Professional Impact
Military Service
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RACHEL BROOKS

Atlanta,Georgia

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record in policy implementation and mentoring teachers, fostering inclusive academic environments. Adept at budget management, driving program evaluation, and enhancing student recruitment strategies to support diverse learning communities. Visionary Academic Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in curriculum development, staff training, and educational technology integration. Excel in leadership, communication, and strategic planning, using these soft skills to foster team cohesion and drive academic excellence.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academic Director

Boys & Girls Club
03.2022 - Current
  • Provided oversight of academic programs, including curriculum review, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Supervised departmental staff members in support of student advising services.
  • Developed strategies for recruiting qualified students from diverse backgrounds.

US Government Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Integrated current events into classroom lessons whenever possible.
  • Encouraged student engagement through interactive discussions and group work activities.
  • Designed assessments that measured student comprehension of content knowledge and skill mastery.

Principal/Asst Principal

The Leona Group
07.2012 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated communication between community stakeholders and school personnel.
  • Managed the budgeting process for the school.
  • Developed and implemented school policies and procedures.
  • Provided guidance and support to teachers in developing curriculum plans.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the profession.

State Grant Liaison

Detroit Community Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Developed and maintained effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Created reports to monitor progress on projects and initiatives.
  • Prepared detailed documents outlining project plans, timelines and budgets.

ELA Teacher

Marvin L. Winans Academy
08.2008 - 06.2011
  • Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.

ELA Teacher

Colin Powell Academy
08.2006 - 06.2008
  • Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.

Team Leader/Production

Ford Motor Company
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.

Courier/Operations

Federal Express
  • Maintained records of daily deliveries and collections.
  • Maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries.
  • Verified accuracy of deliveries against shipping documents.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - English, Lit and Language, Speech Communication, Ed. Leadership/K-12 Admin

Eastern Michigan University

Master's Degree - SPEECH COMMUNICATIONS

Wayne State University

Master's Degree - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Wayne State University

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Program evaluation
  • Budget management
  • Policy implementation
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Community relations
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Mentoring teachers
  • Recruitment strategies

Certification

  • Prof. Certificate - Education, Central Off - Education
  • Administrator Cert - TIER II
  • African American Studies
  • Business Communications
  • CPR and First Aid Training

Volunteer Experience

  • Boys & Girls Club- Tutoring, grades 3-11
  • Brooks Etiquette School for Girls- Etiquette, manners, social skills
  • Burning Bush Int'l Ministries- Leaders Asst; Baptismal team; Sunday School teacher
  • 40+ Double Dutch Class- Teach jumping skills, symmetry, practice/patience

Professional Impact

A leader in professional, social, educational, and technological skills. I'm a leader that collaborate with stakeholders to promote the educational mission while optimizing operational efficiency at the school. A leader that's a strategic thinker and decision-maker with expertise in training and course development. I have a proven track record of significant improvements in learning processes, productivity, quality, lowering turnover, staff quality and maintaining a positive work environment. Leader in curriculum development; individualized coaching; school improvement plan; safety management; and stakeholder relationships. Enhance instructional strategies, and coordinate scheduling, testing, and discipline to support educational goals. I also serve as a liaison between the school and parents to address concerns and strengthen community relationships

Military Service

U.S. Army, Transportation Specialist, Army Motor Transport Operator provides Army mobility through the transport of personnel and cargo, with 200 training hours. Supervise and responsible for driving wheel vehicles and equipment over a variety of different terrains and roadways both on and off the battlefield., 88M10

References

  • Harold Walker, Ronald E McNair HS- School Principal, 404.394.291
  • Eboni Tshibanda, Ronald E McNair HS - Academic Leader, 404.484.3604
  • Jaleesa Jones, Boys & Girls Club - Exec Director, 912.574.9603
  • Carmen Willingham, Leona Group - Superintendent, 586.713.5614

Timeline

US Government Teacher

Dekalb County Schools
08.2024 - 05.2025

Academic Director

Boys & Girls Club
03.2022 - Current

Principal/Asst Principal

The Leona Group
07.2012 - 07.2021

State Grant Liaison

Detroit Community Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012

ELA Teacher

Marvin L. Winans Academy
08.2008 - 06.2011

ELA Teacher

Colin Powell Academy
08.2006 - 06.2008

Courier/Operations

Federal Express

Team Leader/Production

Ford Motor Company

Bachelor's Degree - English, Lit and Language, Speech Communication, Ed. Leadership/K-12 Admin

Eastern Michigan University

Master's Degree - SPEECH COMMUNICATIONS

Wayne State University

Master's Degree - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Wayne State University
RACHEL BROOKS
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