RACHEL M. BARLOW
Sandgate,VT
Summary
Dedicated Special Educator and aspiring Assistant Professor with experience in primary and secondary inclusive and therapeutic settings. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, developing curricula and implementing leading-edge technology to create data-driven and engaging learning experiences for students. Continuously adapts teaching, evaluation, and progress monitoring practices to reflect advances in educational research.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Alternative Curriculum Special Education Teacher, Grades 7-8
Manchester Elementary Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and developed alternative curricula in core subject areas for middle school students with significant academic deficits.
- Concurrently managed student, parent, and staff relationships by designing data-driven, evidence-based math, literacy, and life skills curricula for neurodivergent students with multiple exceptionalities
- Provided support with educational technology to colleagues
- Supported students and families accessing education remotely via LMS. Developed customized curricula for students accessing education using non-traditional model.
- Increased on-task student behaviors from 15% to 78% by creating a skills-based, standards-aligned role-playing game
- Created an online school bank and store in Google Apps Scripts to support a schoolwide token economy and financial literacy curriculum while helping to coordinate a PBIS middle school framework
- Ensured 90% of students on caseload met or exceeded academic IEP goals
- Provided technical support and training during migration of special education IEP software
- Trained para-educators in use of reading and math curricula, as well as in the trauma-competent management of students with complex social-emotional profiles.
- Delivered data-informed instruction to student with Autism and other neurodivergences using discrete trial training (DTT)
- Used Functional Analyses (FA) to identify and address academic and behavioral needs of students on caseload.
- Collaborated with general education teams to provide comprehensive curricular and behavioral support for students with special needs.
- Provided functional skills and vocabulary programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
Special Educator, Grades 2-4
Fair Haven Grade School
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered precision-targeted, evidence-based literacy and math interventions while upholding the highest standards in monitoring and revising Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, conducting Functional Behavior Analyses (FBA), and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Oversaw a 65% increase in literacy skills of 3rd graders on IEP by helping pilot implementation of Lexia for those students
- Reduced caseload of students on IEP by 23% by helping them acquire grade-level math skills within 6
- Coordinated increased prosocial student behaviors by implementing an FBA and BIP that led to a decrease in elopements
- Created weekly multi-sensory virtual 'Field Trips,' increasing background knowledge and engagement.
- Improved student engagement by implementing creative, hands-on learning approaches and modifying curriculum materials.
Remote Special Educator, Grades 5-6
Newbury Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and deployed curriculum using Google Slides, Jam Board, Nearpod, and Powerpoint to provide remote, evidence-based literacy and math services
- Led IEP reviews and parent conferences and completed Medicaid reporting.
- Utilized alternative assessments methods, such as Kahoots and Google Forms, to evaluate student progress and capture progress monitoring data consistently.
- Attended online professional development workshops to stay current on innovative teaching practices in special education settings.
English Language Arts and Special Education Teacher, Grades 6-12
VPI School for Girls
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Created and taught differentiated ELA curriculum and developed and updated IEPs for students in a residential program for neurodivergent students with multiple exceptionalities and complex trauma
- Participated in Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC) workshops and other professional development
- Established Spanish Club.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a trauma-informed learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and data-driven positive behavioral support for diverse learners.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Championed diversity and inclusion within the English Language Arts curriculum by introducing works from underrepresented artists and cultural perspectives.
English Language Arts and Special Education Intern, Grades 6-12
VPI/Vermont School For Girls
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Taught differentiated English Language Arts curriculum for grades 6-12 in a residential program for neurodivergent students with complex trauma.
- Employed creative teaching approaches such as visual aids, storytelling, and role-playing exercises to enhance understanding of complex concepts for special education students in an alternative-curriculum English Language Arts program
- Improved literacy rates by implementing reading strategies and assigning diverse, engaging texts.
Technical Support Supervisor
IGG Software, Inc
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Ensured customer success by overseeing and training technical support staff and provided Tier 2 support for a team with an average of 99.4% positive customer ratings and performed analysis and repair of database files in SQLite as program evolved from a desktop-based app to a full-fledged SaaS
- Monitored team performance and facilitated the necessary training programs to help maintain a high level of competence among support staff.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support for their professional growth.
- Wrote and edited Knowledge Base articles, co-authored user manual and participated in developer meetings
- Developed and delivered webinars and individualized customer trainings
- Tested and reported bugs
- Validated fixes with QA team.
- Implemented performance metrics to monitor team productivity, identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Technical Support Specialist
IGG Software, Inc
11.2010 - 10.2017
- Remotely assisted customers worldwide with installation and use of Banktivity personal finance software, educated users on personal finance concepts.
- Managed high-volume ticket queues while maintaining exceptional levels of customer service and satisfaction.
Freelance Creative and Technical Services Provider
Minister Hill Creative Tech
06.2002 - Current
- As an independent contractor I have developed content, provided technical support and training, and business analysis tools for local small businesses.
- Provided exceptional remote assistance using screen-sharing tools, efficiently resolving technical problems without requiring on-site visits.
- Coordinated copywriting and designed images to craft website content.
- Configured templates for clients to easily customize.
- Leveraged data analytics tools to monitor trends in tech support requests, using findings to proactively address common issues and improve overall customer experience.
Senior Programmer/Analyst
The Orvis Corporation
06.2001 - 05.2002
- Wrote applications for Oracle Sales Analyzer and provided after hours technical and database administration support.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Updated documentation with project deviations to capture changes.
- Designed and developed analytical data structures.
Application Development Analyst
Accenture ASG
04.2000 - 05.2001
- Improved migration procedures and documentation at Frankfurt Stock Exchange in Xetra software on OpenVMS and created ecommerce development environment at Sulzbach E-Cell project.
- Maintained up-to-date documentation of application features, ensuring ease of use for all stakeholders involved in ongoing projects.
- Streamlined development processes for increased efficiency and faster project completion.
- Resolved system test and validation problems to provide normal program functioning.
Programmer Analyst
Accenture BPM
09.1999 - 04.2000
- Reducing system overhead by modifying client data interface procedures on Oracle and AS/400, streamlining program changes, developing interactive training manual for new project members.
- Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
- Provided ongoing support for users experiencing issues or requiring assistance with application functionality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features into existing applications.
- Updated documentation with project deviations to capture changes.
- Increased application reliability by conducting thorough testing and debugging activities prior to deployment.
Programmer Analyst
CTC Communication
07.1998 - 09.1999
- Developed specifications and business and telecommunications applications on AS/400 and on Oracle.
Education
Ed.D in Special Education And Applied Behavior Analysis -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
12.2025
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Southern Maine
12.2021
Graduate Certificate, Teacher Certification -
Moreland University
Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies and History -
Excelsior College
Skills
- Coding
- Team Collaboration
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Content Development
- Curriculum Design
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Differentiated Instruction
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Trained in CPI
- Literacy Intervention
Certification
- Certified Autism Specialist (CAS)
Languages
German
Professional Working
Timeline
Alternative Curriculum Special Education Teacher, Grades 7-8
Manchester Elementary Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Special Educator, Grades 2-4
Fair Haven Grade School
08.2021 - 07.2022
Remote Special Educator, Grades 5-6
Newbury Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
English Language Arts and Special Education Teacher, Grades 6-12
VPI School for Girls
06.2019 - 06.2020
English Language Arts and Special Education Intern, Grades 6-12
VPI/Vermont School For Girls
03.2019 - 06.2019
Technical Support Supervisor
IGG Software, Inc
10.2017 - 07.2019
Technical Support Specialist
IGG Software, Inc
11.2010 - 10.2017
Freelance Creative and Technical Services Provider
Minister Hill Creative Tech
06.2002 - Current
Senior Programmer/Analyst
The Orvis Corporation
06.2001 - 05.2002
Application Development Analyst
Accenture ASG
04.2000 - 05.2001
Programmer Analyst
Accenture BPM
09.1999 - 04.2000
Programmer Analyst
CTC Communication
07.1998 - 09.1999
Ed.D in Special Education And Applied Behavior Analysis -
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Southern Maine
Graduate Certificate, Teacher Certification -
Moreland University
Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies and History -
Excelsior College
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