Hi, I’m
Rachel Henry
Waynesboro,VA
Summary
Upbeat and devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Wiliam Perry Elementary School
Classroom teacher
08.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Taught multiple grade levels in elementary school
- Worked effectively and collaboratively with teammates to provide differentiated and engaging instruction for students of all levels and abilities
- Worked with students with high needs to provide a safe and effective learning environment as they transitioned to general education classrooms
- Adjusted course content and difficulty to different ages and interests of students
- Built long-term relationships with students and worked to not only provide content instruction but also a safe place to build their social and emotional health.
Waynesboro City Schools
Substitute teacher
08.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Worked in a variety of age groups and classrooms to provide instruction for teachers in their absence
- Gained a tremendous amount of knowledge of other types of classroom management options and behavior management ideas.
Westminster Preschool
Aide and Music Teacher
08.2008 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Communicated to students simple objectives for all lessons, units, and activities
- Taught colors, numbers, letters, shapes, and other skills such as personal hygiene and social abilities, using diverse learning tools in my music class.
Education
James Madison University , Harrisonburg, VA
MEd in Educational Leadership
06.2019
Friends University , Wichita, KS
BS in Elementary Education
05.2003
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Building Relationships
- School Culture
- Administrative Writing
- Federal and State compliance for schools in academic review
- Accreditation standards
- Policy Development
- Data presentation skills
- Leadership Techniques
- Conflict Management
- Investigative reporting
- Performance Evaluation
Awards
Teacher of the Year 2015
Timeline
Classroom teacher
Wiliam Perry Elementary School
08.2013 - Current
Substitute teacher
Waynesboro City Schools
08.2012 - 08.2013
Aide and Music Teacher
Westminster Preschool
08.2008 - 05.2012
James Madison University
MEd in Educational Leadership
Friends University
BS in Elementary Education
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