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Work History
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Certification
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Rachel Kieft

Liberal

Summary

Dynamic teaching professional with 20 years of experience in education. Skilled in mentoring new teachers, fostering collaboration among colleagues, and utilizing data analysis to enhance instructional practices. Ready to drive improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6th Grade Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Lberal, USD480
Liberal, KS
08.2016 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging curriculum aligned with state standards.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student participation and critical thinking.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary teaching practices and student outcomes.
  • Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and lesson planning.
  • Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.
  • Enhanced students'' reading comprehension by incorporating diverse texts and literature from various cultures and time periods.
  • Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and one-on-one tutoring, fostering academic improvement.

6th Grade Elementary Teacher

Liberal, USD 480
Liberal, KS
08.2006 - 07.2016
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and teaching techniques.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify improvement areas and adjust teaching methods.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Newman University
Wichita, KS
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2006

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Student engagement
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

    Named "Elementary Teacher of the Year" for Liberal, USD 480 in 2013

    Trained colleagues in utilizing Canvas effectively.

    Won Teacher of the Month Award at Cottonwood Intermediate School in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016

    Won Teacher of the Month Award at Eisenhower Middle School in 2018, 2020, 2022

Certification

ESOL Certified and have the Kansas Seal of Literacy

Timeline

6th Grade Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Lberal, USD480
08.2016 - Current

6th Grade Elementary Teacher

Liberal, USD 480
08.2006 - 07.2016

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Newman University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Wayne State University