Rebecca Beal
Saint Robert,Missouri
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Versatile and dedicated Teacher with focus on individual needs of students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ECSE
Stoutland Schools
Stoutland, Missouri
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and cooperative learning strategies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assessed student achievement through data analysis and maintained appropriate documentation for school-based and individual reporting purposes.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Penmac
Waynesville, Missouri
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Student Teacher, Preschool
Waynesville School District
Waynesville, Missouri
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that fostered child development.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored toward specific skill-building objectives within various subject areas such as literacy or math fundamentals.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive projects in lesson plans.
Lead Teacher
CRÈCHE
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order.
Paraeducator
COLLEGE HILL PRESCHOOL
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Sharon's daycare
SHARON'S DAYCARE
08.2009 - 05.2010
Teacher
NORTH STAR
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
- Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene
- Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, Kansas12.2020
Preschool Education Certificate -
Barton Community College
Fort Riley, Kansas04.2018
Associates in Early childhood -
Barton Community college
Fort Riley, Kansas05.2015
Infant/toddler Education/care certificate -
Barton Community College
Fort Riley, Kansas05.2015
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- IEP development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Organization
- Behavior Management
- Relationship Building
Timeline
ECSE
Stoutland Schools
06.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Penmac
12.2020 - 05.2022
Student Teacher, Preschool
Waynesville School District
08.2020 - 12.2020
Lead Teacher
CRÈCHE
07.2015 - 02.2016
Paraeducator
COLLEGE HILL PRESCHOOL
08.2011 - 05.2012
Sharon's daycare
SHARON'S DAYCARE
08.2009 - 05.2010
Teacher
NORTH STAR
06.2008 - 07.2009
Master of Arts - Education
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Kansas State University
Preschool Education Certificate -
Barton Community College
Associates in Early childhood -
Barton Community college
Infant/toddler Education/care certificate -
Barton Community College