Rachel S. Amundson
Park Ridge,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with robust experience in language development and communication enhancement. Proficient in creating and implementing targeted interventions to support individual communication needs, drawing from a background in speech and hearing sciences. Eager to leverage expertise in educational settings to specialize in speech pathology.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Park Ridge-Niles School District 64
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with special education professionals to adapt resources and techniques that support speech and language development.
- Integrated communication strategies tailored for diverse learning needs, enhancing students' expressive and receptive language abilities.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Age Level Director
Banner Day Camp
06.2018 - Current
- Led a team in a dynamic camp environment, focusing on developing communication and social skills among children.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided constructive feedback, leading to continuous professional development among staff members.
- Oversaw the care of 65 campers while establishing lasting connections with campers'' families through consistent communication regarding progress and achievements during their time at camp.
Third Grade Teacher
Fremont School District 79
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to
individual students to enable positive learning outcomes. - Created and implemented lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Student Teacher
Kipling Elementary School
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Met with students on Zoom in small groups to provide live instruction during remote learning
- Created student checklists for e-Learning that detailed work expectations
- Collaborated with my cooperating teacher to create e-Learning lesson modifications to meet student needs
- Developed classroom management by implementing different management techniques with students
Lead Preschool Teacher
Moriah Early Childhood Center
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Pioneered early childhood education techniques that enhance phonetic awareness and early reading skills, foundational for effective speech therapy.
- Promoted strong literacy skills by incorporating phonics lessons throughout the day laying a solid foundation for future academic achievement.
- Enhanced preschoolers' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
- Implemented a variety of assessment tools to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly, leading to improved learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching, Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Sciences
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN05.2018
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptable and resilient
- Highly Organizational
Timeline
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Park Ridge-Niles School District 64
08.2021 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Fremont School District 79
08.2020 - 06.2021
Student Teacher
Kipling Elementary School
03.2020 - 06.2020
Lead Preschool Teacher
Moriah Early Childhood Center
08.2018 - 03.2020
Age Level Director
Banner Day Camp
06.2018 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching, Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Sciences
Indiana University
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