Rachel Glynn
Elementary Teacher
Westport Island,ME
Summary
Energetic second grade teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at collaborating with colleagues and building relationships with students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Warren Community School
08.2016 - Current
- Created and taught lessons using teacher workshop model framework for average class size of 16 students
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social and emotional skills
- Collaborated with administrators and colleagues on classroom management strategies, and student interventions
- Worked on school PBIS team for multiple years organizing and implementing school wide positive behavior intervention
- Collaborated with and participated in Kieve Wavus Education program at school.
3rd Grade Teacher
Farrington Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Worked closely with colleagues to best meet needs of students with individualized learning plans and 504s.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy Education
University of Maine - Orono
Orono, ME 09.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education (K-3 Certification)
University of Maine Farmington
Farmington, ME 08.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH 05.2001 -
Skills
Relationship building
Team collaboration
Proficient in [Eduplanet, Google Slides]
Problem-solving skills
Positive communication
Strong work ethic
Classroom Management
Additional Information
- Participated in summer professional development around UbD and Eduplanet training and development 2018-2021.
- Participated in NAMI Maine Mental Health & Suicide Awareness in schools, summer training in 2021.
- Completed a book study and workshop day around Jan Richardson's The Next Step Forward in Guided Reading and taught k-2 Summer School in 2021.
- 2024 mentor teacher to UMA college student participating in her practicum field experience.
References
Justin Catapano-Kangas
Principal
207-273-2001
justin_catapano-kangas@rsu40.org
Warren Community School
Crystal Priestley
Art Teacher
207-273-2001
crystal_priestley@rsu40.org
Warren Community School
Heather Anderson
LSW Social Worker
207-337-4166
familyfun2007@yahoo.com
Community Member
Timeline
Master of Arts - Literacy Education
University of Maine - Orono
09.2018 - 05.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
Warren Community School
08.2016 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Farrington Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education (K-3 Certification)
University of Maine Farmington
08.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
05.2001 -