Rachel Cooper
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom, home, or online instruction. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Support/SIPPS Reading Teacher
St. Mary Magdalen School
Camarillo, CA
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Supersized small reading groups of students in grades K-6.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Planned and implemented lessons to meet individual student needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
St. Mary Magdalen School
Camarillo, California
07.2015 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
1st Grade Instructional Assistant
St. Mary Magsalen School
Camarillo, California
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced classroom rules and instructions.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided assistance to teacher and students during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Administered and graded homework assignments and tests.
Student Teacher, 3rd Grade
Tierra Linda Elementary School
Camarillo, CA
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Rancho Rosal Elementary School
Camarillo, CA
09.2011 - 12.2011
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Education
K-8 Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California State University Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA05.2011
Skills
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- In-Depth Knowledge of Multiple Subject Instruction with an Emphasis on Reading Instruction
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Positive Learning Environment
- Social and Academic Development
Timeline
Learning Support/SIPPS Reading Teacher
St. Mary Magdalen School
07.2020 - 07.2022
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
St. Mary Magdalen School
07.2015 - 07.2020
1st Grade Instructional Assistant
St. Mary Magsalen School
07.2014 - 07.2015
Student Teacher, 3rd Grade
Tierra Linda Elementary School
01.2012 - 05.2012
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Rancho Rosal Elementary School
09.2011 - 12.2011
K-8 Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University - Channel Islands
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California State University Channel Islands
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