Rachel Rezny
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Highly effective and dedicated educator with more than 25 years of experience teaching high school and training teachers. Proven ability to develop and implement engaging curriculum, differentiate instruction for diverse learners, and lead professional development initiatives. Seeking a full-time position teaching English, but supervising and supporting teachers, leveraging strong communication and leadership skills to foster a collaborative and successful learning environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Level Lead
Steinmetz
- Provide academic support to students and staff; coordinate grade-level events, communication, and planning.
Extended Essay (EE) & CAS Coordinator
Steinmetz
- Guide students through the Extended Essay process and manage Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) requirements and reflections.
Professional Development Facilitator
Steinmetz
- Design and lead professional learning sessions for faculty on instructional strategies, IB practices, and curriculum development.
Member of Recruitment Team
Steinmetz
- Represent the school at fairs and host shadow days to engage prospective students.
Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) Member
Steinmetz
- Collaborate with school leadership on strategic planning, instructional improvement, and school-wide initiatives.
Middle Years Programme (MYP) & Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator
Steinmetz
01.2020 - Current
- Oversee curriculum implementation, program development, and compliance with IB standards for both MYP and DP.
IB English Teacher
Steinmetz
01.2000 - Current
- Developed and assessed Internal Assessments (IAs), including the Individual Oral and HL Essay, using IB criteria and rubrics.
- Created assessment rubrics aligned with IB.
- Provided detailed guidance and feedback on student work, ensuring readiness for external moderation.
- Integrated TOK and global themes into literature units and discussions.
- Collaborated with colleagues on vertical alignment and interdisciplinary units.
Education
Masters of Science - Special Education
Dominican University
01.2002
Bachelors of Arts - English, Secondary Education
Dominican University
01.1998
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
ExtraCurricular
Debate Coach - Steinmetz 2021-Present Established and led the school’s first competitive debate team. Coached students in public speaking, argumentation, research, and rebuttal techniques. Organized practices, judged scrimmages, and prepared students for local and regional tournaments. Promoted student voice and critical thinking through structured debate formats. Debate Coach - Steinmetz 2021-Present Established and led the school’s first competitive debate team. Coached students in public speaking, argumentation, research, and rebuttal techniques. Organized practices, judged scrimmages, and prepared students for local and regional tournaments. Promoted student voice and critical thinking through structured debate formats.
Timeline
Middle Years Programme (MYP) & Diploma Programme (DP) Coordinator
Steinmetz
01.2020 - Current
IB English Teacher
Steinmetz
01.2000 - Current
Grade Level Lead
Steinmetz
Extended Essay (EE) & CAS Coordinator
Steinmetz
Professional Development Facilitator
Steinmetz
Member of Recruitment Team
Steinmetz
Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) Member
Steinmetz
Bachelors of Arts - English, Secondary Education
Dominican University
Masters of Science - Special Education
Dominican University