Rachel Williams
Cinnaminson,New Jersey
Summary
Dynamic Grade 1 Teacher with a proven track record at Lumberton Board of Education, excelling in curriculum design and fostering collaborative learning environments. Skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building, I empower students through project-based learning and social-emotional strategies, enhancing their critical thinking and self-esteem. Committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Lumberton Board of Education
09.2000 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
- Implemented project-based learning activities, encouraging critical thinking skills and fostering creativity among students.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices and overall school culture, contributing valuable insights as a seasoned educator.
- Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Teacher, Grade 1
Long Branch Board Of Education
09.1994 - 06.2020
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices and overall school culture, contributing valuable insights as a seasoned educator.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Education
Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University
Union,NJ12-1993
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Project-based learning
- Curriculum design
- Collaborative learning
- Peer mentoring
- Social-emotional learning
- Multicultural education
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Positive behavior techniques
- Cooperative learning experience
- Curriculum development
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Lumberton Board of Education
09.2000 - 06.2024
Teacher, Grade 1
Long Branch Board Of Education
09.1994 - 06.2020
Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University