RACHEL PALOMO BROWN
Galveston,TX
Summary
Passionate about fostering the emotional, social, and academic growth of young children. Well-versed in developmental stages and adept at creating safe and nurturing environments that enhance learning. Driven to enhance education-based strategies by incorporating techniques that promote the overall health and wellness of children.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Admissions
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2021 - Current
- Devised and implemented strategic recruitment plan with consideration to both long and short term goals.
- Worked with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies in accordance with organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
- Designed effective and user-friendly processes for both admissions and applicant review.
- Advised applicants on prospects for admission and strategies for meeting academic and extracurricular credentials.
- Served as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
Assistant Director of Beginning School and Enrichment
Trinity Episcopal School
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Partnered with the Director of Beginning School to ensure successful outcomes for students and staff.
- Collaborated with families, co-workers, supervisors and other school staff, exercising open and respectful communication.
- Provided a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus.
- Prepared lesson plans, managed classroom and created personal relationships with over forty-five students.
- Communicated with parents through online application.
- Attended conferences and workshops to further advance professional development.
Summer Camp Director
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Established and formalized programs, field trips, activities for a safe, engaging high quality summer program.
- Hired and trained summer camp staff.
- Maintained fiscal records for summer camp programs, including summer budget.
- Supported and directed summer camp staff in the organization, implementation and trouble shooting of day-to-day responsibilities.
- Followed the Texas Minimum Standards, ensuring adherence to all guidelines.
- Supervised summer camp registration and recruitment.
Beginning School Teacher
Trinity Episcopal School
08.2002 - 05.2018
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted and supervised children through the entire school day.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences threes times during school year.
- Supervised group of fifteen students throughout semester.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and reported to parents.
- Ensured safety and cleanliness guidelines were maintained through proper sanitization of toys and play equipment.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Extended Day Teacher
Trinity Episcopal School
12.1998 - 05.2018
- Planned and executed special events for after school students.
- Ensured a safe environment was maintained for all students, while supporting individual needs.
- Communicated openly with program leadership to maximize success of all care activities.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Oversaw groups of up to forty students at school and off-site locations, while maintaining optimal safety and security standards.
- Partnered with lead teacher to enforce rules and monitor students in the classroom, halls, and outside areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Child Care And Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Galveston College
Galveston, TX01.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Ball High School
Galveston, TX01.1996
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Team Player
- Organizational Agility
- Time Management
- Admissions management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Educational leadership
Certification
- Texas Director's Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Food Manager Certification
Timeline
Director of Admissions
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Beginning School and Enrichment
Trinity Episcopal School
08.2018 - 05.2021
Summer Camp Director
Trinity Episcopal School
06.2015 - 07.2020
Beginning School Teacher
Trinity Episcopal School
08.2002 - 05.2018
Extended Day Teacher
Trinity Episcopal School
12.1998 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Galveston College
High School Diploma - undefined
Ball High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Child Care And Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake
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