Rachel Gonzalez
Summary
Dynamic Mathematics Teacher with a proven track record, excelling in curriculum development and data analysis. Expert in tailoring instruction to diverse learners while fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Skilled in project management and assessment creation, driving student engagement and achievement through innovative, real-world applications.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
The Nueva School
California
08.2021 - Current
- Taught a full spectrum of curriculum that aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with the incorporation of Eureka Math. Managed the planning and implementation of daily lesson plans, creating assessments, interpreting data, and the tailoring of instruction to meet the needs of each student. Supported students as an Advisor and created Advisory lessons for students in order to support Social Emotional Learning. Implemented Project Based Learning and connected each lesson to real-world application problems.
Mathematics, Algebra I and Algebra II
Emirates National School
Dubai
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Taught a full spectrum of curriculum that aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with the incorporation of the MYP IB program. Managed the planning and implementation of daily lesson plans, creating assessments, interpreting data, and the tailoring of instruction to meet the needs of each student.
Mathematics
Next Generation School
Dubai
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Taught curriculum that aligned to the Common Core State Standards. Managed the planning and implementation of daily lesson plans, creating assessments, interpreting data, and tailoring instruction to meet the needs of each student. Incorporated Project-Based Learning that involved the introduction of challenging problems.
Science (Gifted Talented & Pre-Advanced Placement)
Young Women’s Academy
Dallas
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Served as a leader and mentor; create an engaging atmosphere to support learning in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, & Astronomy; challenge students to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and encourage student participation by maintaining a high level of individual awareness and capitalizing on opportunities for hands-on learning.
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Ep Fitness
El Paso
01.2008 - 12.2016
- Enthusiastic and dedicated part-time Group Fitness Instructor with hands-on experience leading boot camp and indoor cycling classes. Passionate about creating inclusive, high-energy workouts that motivate participants of all fitness levels. Adept at building a positive class environment, ensuring proper form and safety, and helping clients stay committed to their fitness goals. Certified in IFTA, with a strong focus on delivering fun, results-driven sessions in a supportive group. setting.
Instructor, Forensics Summer Program (Gifted Talented)
SILVA HEALTH MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL
El Paso
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Served as an Instructor of the Forensics portion of the “Dreams Summer Program”, which included simulating scenarios for solving a crime scene case; worked with over 200 students examining medical pathology, conducting fingerprinting, blood typing (DNA), fabric testing, hematology, and other examinations.
Mathematics Teacher (Gifted Talented & Advanced Placement)
MOREHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL
El Paso
08.2013 - 07.2016
- Served as a leader and mentor; create an engaging atmosphere to support learning in Algebra, Pre-Algebra, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, & Astronomy. Challenged students to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and encourage student participation by maintaining a high level of individual awareness and capitalizing on opportunities for hands-on learning.
- IB curriculum Middle Years Program-- A challenging framework that encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world, the MYP is inclusive by design; students of all interests and academic abilities can benefit from their participation.
Education
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Mathematics & Science
The University of Texas At El Paso
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Lesson planning
- Assessment creation
- Common Core standards
- Group fitness instructor
- Created different programs for different classes and clients
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate (Mathematics & Science)
- Gifted Talented Certification
- International Baccalaureate IB Certified
- Interactive Fitness Trainers of America (IFTA)
Community Service
Competed in and completed the GECU half-marathon, Competed in the Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, Volunteer, Child Crisis Center, Texas, Volunteer, Abundant Living Faith Center, Texas
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
The Nueva School
08.2021 - Current
Mathematics, Algebra I and Algebra II
Emirates National School
08.2020 - 07.2021
Mathematics
Next Generation School
08.2018 - 08.2020
Science (Gifted Talented & Pre-Advanced Placement)
Young Women’s Academy
08.2016 - 08.2018
Instructor, Forensics Summer Program (Gifted Talented)
SILVA HEALTH MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL
06.2014 - 07.2016
Mathematics Teacher (Gifted Talented & Advanced Placement)
MOREHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2013 - 07.2016
Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Ep Fitness
01.2008 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Mathematics & Science
The University of Texas At El Paso
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