Rachel Bush
Brownsburg,IN
Summary
Adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing language acquisition, I leveraged creative lesson design and strong communication skills at Traders Point Christian Academy to significantly improve students' conversational abilities. Collaborating closely with faculty, my methods increased student motivation, demonstrating a unique blend of cultural awareness and interactive teaching.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Tutor
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress, addressing any concerns or areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to address student´s specific academic needs.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Strengthened foundational knowledge of subjects through targeted review activities during tutoring sessions.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s unique learning needs and goals.
Spanish Teacher
Traders Point Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Achieved higher student engagement through the use of interactive activities and games.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected Spanish to other subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Contributed to school's online learning platform, creating engaging Spanish language content for remote learners.
- Pioneered use of technology in classroom, incorporating language learning apps and online resources to enhance education.
- Enhanced students' understanding of Spanish grammar by designing and implementing interactive exercises.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
Home School Educator
Self Employed
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Implemented hands-on learning activities for improved retention and engagement in subject matter.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Adapted instructional materials for use in special education settings when necessary to meet individual needs of students with disabilities or exceptionalities.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
MSD of Lawrence Township
01.2005 - 07.2007
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' academic abilities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Integrated cultural elements into lesson plans, broadening students'' global perspective and enhancing language acquisition.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive atmosphere that promoted academic growth and personal development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a holistic approach to education.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Goshen Community Schools
10.1997 - 10.2004
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' academic abilities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Integrated cultural elements into lesson plans, broadening students'' global perspective and enhancing language acquisition.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive atmosphere that promoted academic growth and personal development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting a holistic approach to education.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
International Messengers
06.2003 - 08.2003
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Integrated cultural elements into lesson plans, broadening students'' global perspective and enhancing language acquisition.
English as a Foreign Language Substitute
Goshen Adult Education
01.1998 - 10.2004
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Grace College
Winona Lake, INSkills
- Cultural awareness
- Strong communication skills
- Creative lesson design
- Adaptability to change
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Vocabulary expansion
- Interactive teaching
- Activity planning
- Student motivation
- Conversation practice
Certification
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement K-12 - IN Department of Education.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Private Tutor
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Traders Point Christian Academy
08.2016 - 05.2022
Home School Educator
Self Employed
08.2012 - 05.2016
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
MSD of Lawrence Township
01.2005 - 07.2007
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
International Messengers
06.2003 - 08.2003
English as a Foreign Language Substitute
Goshen Adult Education
01.1998 - 10.2004
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Goshen Community Schools
10.1997 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Grace College
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