Rachel Chintawongvanich
Virginia Beach,Virginia
Summary
Compassionate and effective educator with extensive experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Skilled in versatile education environments, both in-person and virtual. Proven track record in enhancing early literacy and fostering student-centric learning. Adept at using classroom and online technologies to support student achievement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Literacy Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced early literacy skills by implementing engaging and interactive reading sessions.
- Implemented research-based strategies for improving early childhood literacy skills across diverse populations.
- Managed small group instruction effectively, ensuring personalized attention for each child's development.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding improvements in both accuracy and fluency.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to meet unique needs and goals.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify struggling readers, providing targeted support for improved outcomes.
Virtual Curriculum Specialist and Academic Manager
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Effectively implemented best training practices and learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Virtual Curriculum Specialist
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Conducted virtual classroom lessons in one-to-one setting
- Facilitated virtual small group instruction
- Developed and implemented curriculum and lesson plans
Dental Receptionist
Konikoff Family Dentistry
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Scheduled, rescheduled and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
- Conducted communications and transactions with patients and visitors to foster positive experience.
- Supported providers in outpatient medical office through coordinating all administrative operations.
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Virginia Beach Friends School
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Facilitated balanced whole group and small group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles
- Prepared and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Instructional Aide
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Comprehensive Liberal Studies
VIRINIA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
05.2016
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
07.2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- SMART Board aptitude
- Experiential learning
- SIPPS Certified
- VALLS Assessment certified
Timeline
Early Literacy Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Virtual Curriculum Specialist and Academic Manager
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
08.2021 - 07.2023
Virtual Curriculum Specialist
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
Dental Receptionist
Konikoff Family Dentistry
01.2019 - 04.2019
Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Virginia Beach Friends School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Instructional Aide
Tidewater Collegiate Academy
02.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Comprehensive Liberal Studies
VIRINIA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
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