Innovative community leader adept at bringing an equity-minded focus into any educational setting. Skilled at developing learning environments that engage and challenge students to achieve at high levels. 15+ years of experience as an educator, business leader and department chairperson responsible for the innovation and development of new programs and initiatives.
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Rachelle L. Smith, M.A., TVI
Columbus,OH
Summary
Overview
25
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
CARE Consulting
Education Consultant
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborate with administrators to determine school improvement objectives.
- Develop and facilitate pilot programs to create desired outcomes, such as increased family engagement.
- Conduct observations and interviews to collect data around school culture and climate.
- Collect and analyze data to make recommendations for changes.
- Provide regular updates to administrators on consulting progress.
Rainbow Montessori Learning Center
Director of Development and Founder
05.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee and organize meetings of the board of directors
- Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and organizations in community to meet community needs and to ensure that services are not duplicated
- Establish and oversee administrative procedures to meet objectives set by boards of directors
- Plan and administer budgets for programs, equipment and support services
- Prepare and maintain records and reports
- Research and analyze community needs to determine program directions and goals
- Direct fundraising activities and the preparation of public relations materials.
State of Ohio, the Blind
Art Department Director/Art Educator
08.2015 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests
- Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement
- Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles, techniques, or methods
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Developed and facilitated a professional learning community for diversity, equity and inclusion
Graham Elementary and Middle School
Art Educator
08.2011 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles, techniques, or methods in Art
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order
- Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress
- Select, order, and issue books, materials, and supplies for courses or projects
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required
- Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to discuss children's progress
Urban Reflections Art Studio & Gallery
Executive Director
07.2007 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Recruit, interview, and sign up volunteers
- Research and analyze community needs to determine program directions and goals
- Attend community events, meetings, or conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships
- Plan and direct special events for fundraising, such as silent auctions
- Write grants to secure funding for community programs
- Develop partnerships with area organizations to offer workshops to children and families living in low- income neighborhoods.
Education
Franklin University
Doctor of Education from K-12 Education And Organizational Leadership
08.2023
University Overview
Ohio State University
Master of Arts from Art Education
University Overview
Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts
University Overview
Skills
- Project Management
- Advanced Research & Data Collection
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Special Education Programs
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Leadership
- Parent Outreach & Family Engagement
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Community Partnerships
Other Professional Experience
Other Professional Experience
- Consultant/Independent Contractor, EL Education
- Resource Specialist/Special Education Consultant, Deep Space Sparkle
- Business Manager, Franklinton High School
- Art Instructor, Columbus Music & Art Academy
- Summer Camp Instructor, Columbus Academy
Certification
PK - 12 Teaching License Visual Art
July 2019 to June 2024
Alternative Administrative Specialist License
July 2022 to July 2024
Intervention Specialist License - Visual Impairments
July 2019 to June 2024
Timeline
Education Consultant
CARE Consulting
06.2022 - Current
Director of Development and Founder
Rainbow Montessori Learning Center
05.2017 - Current
Art Department Director/Art Educator
State of Ohio, the Blind
08.2015 - 08.2022
Art Educator
Graham Elementary and Middle School
08.2011 - 08.2016
Executive Director
Urban Reflections Art Studio & Gallery
07.2007 - 07.2014
Franklin University
Doctor of Education from K-12 Education And Organizational Leadership
Ohio State University
Master of Arts from Art Education
Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts
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