Rebecca Hietala
Waterford,WI
Summary
Passionate elementary school teacher with over 17 years of experience, background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st & 4th Grade Teacher
Eagle Elementary School of the Arts
Eagle, WI
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted a growth mindset among all learners in both 1st and 4th grades.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Implemented differentiated instruction based on student data from both grades.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Collaborated with Math Committee to choose an updated math curriculum for next school year.
- Contributed to monthly assembly planning.
TEACHER
Woodlands School
Milwaukee, WI
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Teach a 1st and 2nd grade split class.
- Teach and plan all subjects.
- Use the Lucy Calkins Reading, Writing, and Phonics curriculum.
- Part of PTO, built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
TEACHER
St. Anthony School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2008 - 08.2021
- Teach and plan all subjects at this Guided Reading School, including Reading, Math and Language during summer sessions
- Serve as the Reading Chair for 1st Grade; teach and plan Guided Reading
- Follows the tenets of the International Baccalaureate program
- Assisted a one-week science camp about the Rainforest
- Consistently receives 'above average' or 'excellent' ratings during classroom evaluations
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Teachers On Call
West Allis, Waukesha, & Franklin, WI
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Substitute Teacher in West Allis, Waukesha, and Franklin Public Schools.
- K-6 grade.
- Taught all subjects.
- Requested as a substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
STUDENT TEACHER
Bruce Elementary
Milwaukee, WI
01.2007 - 06.2007
- Taught 1st Grade
- Planned and taught small reading groups, five half-days of Math and Social Studies, and two full weeks of all subjects
- Professional responsibilities included attendance, supervision of students exiting school, end of the day dismissal procedures, implementation of classroom management techniques, and participation at staff meetings
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and families and assessed my teaching and student learning through various means
VOLUNTEER
Franklin Elementary School
West Allis, Wisconsin
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Worked with 3rd Grade, helped with small groups of children in Reading, Writing and Math
- Assisted 3rd Grade teacher yearly on Field Day in keeping students on task at their stations, tracking scores and monitoring behavior
- Read to students, monitored them in the hallway and the classroom, and helped the teacher with various classroom endeavors
FIELD STUDENT
Longfellow School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Taught Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts lessons
- Worked with reading groups and assisted students one-on-one
- Accompanied class to their specials and managed the classroom as needed
- Collaborated with other teachers when preparing lessons
FIELD STUDENT
Albert Story School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2005 - 12.2005
- K-8 School, 5th Grade Taught Math and Science lessons, assisted the teacher with lessons
- Assisted students with tests and homework, worked one-on-one with ESL learners and others in need of special assistance
- Shadowed fully qualified professionals to gain deep understanding of assessment, intervention and consultation processes
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
UWM Children's Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2005 - 08.2005
- Prepared lunches, read stories, cleaned and led in play activities
- Supervised 3- and 4-year olds (with other teachers)
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts
FIELD STUDENT
Victory School
Milwaukee, WI
02.2005 - 06.2005
- Assisted in the classroom, keeping students on task and helping with questions
- Corrected papers and passed out material for the teacher
- Worked one-on-one with students while reading
- Led students in activities at recess
INTERNSHIP STUDENT
Trowbridge Elementary School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2003 - 06.2003
- 50 hours of fieldwork for Education 100 coursework
- Worked with groups of children in Math, Reading and Gym
- Lead the class in learning about food groups
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UW-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI06-2007
High School Diploma -
Nathan Hale High School
West Allis, WI06-2006
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated Learning Targets
- Curriculum development
- Student motivation and engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Schedule management
- Writing instruction
- Classroom organization
Certification
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training - Milwaukee, WI 12/2021
- Assessment Workshop: Presenter Beth Erenberger 02/2017
- Differentiate Your Writing Instruction Webinar 01/2017
- Two Sisters Conference on Guided Reading - Charlotte, NC 06/2023
References
- Elizabeth Kayzar: Eagle Elementary School Principal, ekayzar@pead.org, (414) 573-6510
- Scott Otto: Swallow Elementary, Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director in Hartland, sao30@aol.com, (414) 840-1991
- Kari Long: Knapp School Teacher, 5th Grade, kkari81@yahoo.com, (414) 807-4497
- Christy Goff: Woodlands School Teacher, 1st/2nd Grade, christy.goff@woodlands-school.org, (714) 475-4031
- Natalie Lauterbach: Woodlands School Teacher, K4/K5 Grade, natalie.lauterbach@woodlands-school.org, (414) 303-2087
Timeline
1st & 4th Grade Teacher
Eagle Elementary School of the Arts
08.2024 - Current
TEACHER
Woodlands School
08.2021 - 08.2024
TEACHER
St. Anthony School
08.2008 - 08.2021
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Teachers On Call
08.2007 - 06.2008
STUDENT TEACHER
Bruce Elementary
01.2007 - 06.2007
FIELD STUDENT
Longfellow School
01.2006 - 06.2006
FIELD STUDENT
Albert Story School
10.2005 - 12.2005
FIELD STUDENT
Victory School
02.2005 - 06.2005
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
UWM Children's Center
01.2005 - 08.2005
INTERNSHIP STUDENT
Trowbridge Elementary School
01.2003 - 06.2003
VOLUNTEER
Franklin Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UW-Milwaukee
High School Diploma -
Nathan Hale High School
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