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Rachel Sowder

Middletown,OH

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at The Goddard School, adept at fostering emotional support and enhancing parent-teacher communication. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and implementing effective classroom management strategies, I promote collaboration and adaptability, ensuring a positive learning environment that drives student success and engagement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Resource Teacher

The Goddard School
01.2025 - Current
  • Supported individualized education plans by collaborating with teachers and parents to address student needs.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
  • Coordinated resources and materials effectively to support lesson delivery and student engagement.
  • Established strong relationships with students, encouraging their social-emotional growth alongside academic success.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.

Pre-K Teacher

YMCA
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to promote social and emotional growth.
  • Implemented daily routines that enhanced student engagement and focus.
  • Facilitated interactive group activities that encouraged teamwork and collaboration.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to parents during conferences.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.

Registration Representative

Mercy Hopsital
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Processed patient registrations efficiently, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational protocols.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly to enhance patient experience.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for data entry and retrieval, ensuring confidentiality and security of patient information.
  • Assisted in training new team members on registration processes and system navigation for improved onboarding experience.
  • Maintained accurate records by updating patient demographics, insurance, and financial information.
  • Improved overall work environment through active participation in department meetings, sharing ideas for enhancements, and supporting team-building initiatives.
  • Implemented time-saving strategies for quicker completion of registration tasks without compromising accuracy or quality of service.

Education

Hamilton High School
Hamilton, OH

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Emotional support
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Strong organization skills
  • Reliable time management
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Calm under pressure

Timeline

Resource Teacher

The Goddard School
01.2025 - Current

Pre-K Teacher

YMCA
01.2024 - 11.2024

Registration Representative

Mercy Hopsital
01.2018 - 03.2020

Hamilton High School