RACHEL HOMSHER
Montgomery County Public Schools
Apalachin,NY
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Culturally responsive educational leader committed to building relationships with all stakeholders of the school community to meet the academic and social and emotional needs of all students.
Work History
ESL Teacher
11 Months- Facilitated immersive language experiences through interactive activities and multimedia resources.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language proficiency levels.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate ESL strategies across curriculum for enhanced learning outcomes.
ESL Teacher
9 Years 7 Months- Delivered engaging reading and math lessons to small and large groups, prioritizing English Language Learners.
- Developed and lead engaging and supportive professional development sessions with a focus on making curriculum more accessible to English Language Learners.
First Grade Teacher
1 Year- Differentiated lesson plans, tailoring the content for English Language Learners and students with diverse educational needs.
Third Grade Teacher
1 Year- Modified lesson plans to accommodate and meet the needs of English Language Learners, students with Individualized Educational Programs, and Behavioral Intervention Programs.
First Grade Teacher- Team Leader
6 Years- Led a collaborative team of 8 first grade educators to design innovative lesson plans aligned with curriculum guidelines, ensuring inclusivity for all student backgrounds.
- Facilitated collaborative team meetings to align expectations and share effective teaching strategies.
Kindergarten Teacher
1 Year- Established a positive and safe classroom atmosphere, enabling students from various backgrounds to excel together.
Education
Masters of Education - Reading
Bachelors of Science - Early Childhood Education
Certification
NYS ESL Certificate 2026
Maryland ESL Certificate May 2017
Advanced Professional Reading Specialist Certificate, May 2011, Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate, Early Childhood Education, Grades K-3, May 2006
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Johnson City Central School District
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
ESL Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2017 - CurrentRead More
First Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2016 - 01.2017Read More
Third Grade Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2015 - 01.2016Read More
First Grade Teacher- Team Leader
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2009 - 01.2015Read More
Kindergarten Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2008 - 01.2009Read More
SUNY Cortland
Bachelors of Science from Early Childhood Education
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Towson University
Masters of Education from Reading
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