RACHEL MCCONATHY
Fort Oglethorpe,GA
Summary
Receptive professional excited to bring an education background to a growing organization. Specializing in goal setting and helping others to meet their full potential. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with families and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School
Chickamauga, Georgia
08.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that engaged students and aligned with curriculum standards to promote understanding.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that fostered a positive learning environment, enhancing student engagement.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged student participation and critical thinking, enhancing overall classroom dynamics.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
DuPont Elementary School
Chattanooga, TN
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Cultivated positive classroom culture by implementing effective behavior management techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Aligned lesson plans with district standards to enhance student preparedness for standardized assessments.
- Engaged students in foundational learning concepts through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions, promoting active participation and understanding.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Woodmore Elementary
Chattanooga, TN
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Created engaging lesson plans that fostered student interest in diverse social studies topics.
- Evaluated student understanding through targeted assignments and personalized feedback sessions.
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to promote critical thinking and civic awareness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into curriculum.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Carson Newman University
Jefferson City12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Berry College
Rome05.2019
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior management
- Communication skills
- Goal Setting
- Relationship Building
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Cherokee Ridge Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
DuPont Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2023
5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Woodmore Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Carson Newman University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Berry College