Rachel Wheeley
Riddleton,TN
Summary
Cooperative and dependable special education teacher with experience in writing Individual Education Plans, conducting IEP meetings, supervising special education paraprofessionals, and providing math and reading interventions. Works well with general education teachers to provide accomodations and modifications in the inclusion classroom. Also experienced in managing classrooms, developing effective lesson plans, and providing instruction to all levels of learners. Dedicated to helping struggling and special needs students to enhance their learning.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Smith County Middle School
08.2019 - Current
- Write IEPs for 5th and 6th grade students
- Conduct IEP meetings
- Provide reading and math interventions
- Assist general education teachers in inclusion classrooms
- Progress monitor with Aimsweb Plus
- Supervise two special education paraprofessionals
Teacher
Carthage Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2019
- 4th grade teacher with experience in both self-contained and departmentalized settings
- Taught the inclusion class during the 2018-2019 school year
- Taught 3rd grade in a self-contained setting
Literacy Leader, Computer Lab
Smith County Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Used programs such as Academy of Reading, A+, and Study Island to increase student performance in the classroom.
Teacher
Macon County Junior High School
08.1999 - 09.2003
- Taught 6th grade English and social studies in a depatmentalized setting
- Produced the school annual during the 1999-2000 school year
Teacher
Westside Elementary School
08.1998 - 05.1999
- Taught 1st grade in a self-contained classroom
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, Tennessee2003
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies: Several Subjects
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, Tennessee1997
High School Diploma - undefined
Smith County High School
Carthage, Tennessee1993
Skills
- Writing Individual Education Plans
- Providing reading and math interventions
- Positive reinforcement
- Positive learning environment
- Student motivation
- Experience with special-needs students
- Kind and empathetic educator
References
Cara Clay
Vice Principal
Smith County Middle School
615-735-8277
cara.clay@smithcoedu.net
Ms. Clay is my current Vice Principal
LaShae Johnson
Principal
Smith County Middle School
615-735-8277
ljohnson5@smithcoedu.net
Mrs. Johnson is my current Principal
Eric Swann
Supervisor of Special Education, School Psychologist
Smith County Board of Education
615-735-9625
eswann@smithcoedu.net
Mr. Swann is my supervisor
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Smith County Middle School
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Carthage Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2019
Literacy Leader, Computer Lab
Smith County Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2008
Teacher
Macon County Junior High School
08.1999 - 09.2003
Teacher
Westside Elementary School
08.1998 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies: Several Subjects
Tennessee Technological University
High School Diploma - undefined
Smith County High School
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