Rachel Fielweber
Indianola,IA
Summary
Experienced Teacher of Middle School subjects including Language Arts, Global Studies, and Science. Hard working and passionate about education and helping students reach their full potential. Focused on creating a safe and welcoming environment for every student who walks in the door.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Science Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Goodrell Middle School
08.2024 - Current
- Established and implemented behavioral protocols and monitored student behavior, performance, social development and physical health.
- Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest educational research and best practices for teaching 7th grade science.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, resulting in significant improvement in their understanding of course material.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
6th Grade Science Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools-Weeks Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students and ELL students requiring extra support.
- Identified student needs and worked with other staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Maintained discipline and order in classroom to enable productive instruction and counseled students and parents on learning and discipline problems.
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Weeks Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked to establish positive relationships with all students.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
6th Grade Global Studies Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Weeks Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Reviewed and followed IEPs, BIPs, and 504s for a variety of students
Education
Master of Arts - School Library Studies
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IABachelor of Arts - Elementary And Middle Level Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Multimedia Integration
- Grading
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Classroom Technologies Integration
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Student Engagement
- Learning Strategies
Additional Responsibilities
- National Junior Honor Society Advisor - August 2022 - May 2024
- Battle of the Books Advisor - August 2022 - Current
- Staff Social Committee - August 2022 - May 2024
Timeline
7th Grade Science Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Goodrell Middle School
08.2024 - Current
6th Grade Science Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools-Weeks Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2024
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Weeks Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
6th Grade Global Studies Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools - Weeks Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - School Library Studies
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary And Middle Level Education
University of Northern Iowa
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