Hi, I’m
Rachel Lester
Little Elm ,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with a passion for promoting literacy, technology skills, and critical thinking. Eager to help students with various learning styles succeed through data-driven practices. Proficient in the Science of Teaching Reading Skills through both whole group and small group instruction. Compassionate, creative, and effective teacher with valuable classroom experience and a love of literacy.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Prosper ISD - Windsong Ranch Elementary School
Classroom Teacher
2022.08 - Current (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Used the Science of Teaching Reading to teach students phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.
- Collaborated with teammates and leadership to analyze data and create targeted interventions for students across the grade level.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 20 students.
- Instructed groups of up to 22 students and provided individual support.
Plano ISD
Classroom Teacher
2020.12 - 2022.08 (1 year & 8 months)
Job overview
- Led small group and whole group instruction using the Science of Teaching Reading skills and practices.
- Assessed students on a regular basis to collect and analyze data and implemented differentiated instruction strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 20 students.
Education
Texas A&M University- Commerce , Commerce, Texas
B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies
12.2020
University Overview
- Honors: Dean's List and President's List Honors, Magna Cum Laude, Society for Collegiate Leadership and Achievement, Phi Beta Kappa
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Science of Teaching Reading
- Technology Integration
- English Language Learners
- Skills Development
- Cultural Competency
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Critical Thinking
- Innovative lesson planning
- Program Development
Certification
- Certified EC-6 Generalist, 10/2020
- ESL Certified, 04/2021
- Science of Teaching Reading, 05/2023
Other Affiliations and Certifications
200 - hour Certified Yoga Instructor 2018
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Prosper ISD - Windsong Ranch Elementary School
2022.08 - Current (2 years & 1 month)
Classroom Teacher
Plano ISD
2020.12 - 2022.08 (1 year & 8 months)
Texas A&M University- Commerce
B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies
- Certified EC-6 Generalist, 10/2020
- ESL Certified, 04/2021
- Science of Teaching Reading, 05/2023
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