Rebecca Schapel
Aurora,OH
Summary
Dynamic 21st Century Educator with proven history of creating engaging classroom environment supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Math and ELA Tutor
Kensington Intermediate School
Rocky River, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers, parents, and administrators.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress.
Third Grade Elementary Teacher (entire Year Sub)
Streetsboro City School District
Streetsboro, OH
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
Middle School American Sign Language Teacher
Seton Catholic School
Hudson, OH
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Created and executed various daily assignments to prepare ASL students for final exam.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Utilized community outreach to expand learning experience
Teaching Assistant
Seton Catholic School
Hudson, OH
09.2012 - 06.2020
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction utilizing Pearson Reading Street and Saxon Math curriculums
- Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars
- Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Hudson City School District
Hudson, OH
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills utilizing Teacher's College, Fountas & pinnell, and Bridges Math curriculums
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
Assistant Director of Camp Invention
National Inventors Hall Of Fame
Hudson, OH
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Scheduled staff based on personal strengths and coverage requirements
- Built and deepened positive relationships with parents and referring schools
- Recruited, trained and managed team of student intern instructors
- Performed clerical duties, including registering participants and answering specific event inquiries
Assistant Director of Camp Invention
National Inventors Hall Of Fame
Hudson, OH
06.2018 - 06.2018
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2019
Master of Arts - Dance/Movement Therapy
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH12.1996
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Excellent work ethic
- Cultural awareness
- Lesson Planning
- Online Instruction
- Structured Literacy Skills
- Behavior Management Systems
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Standardized Tests
- Curriculum Selection
- Professional Communication
Accomplishments
Won $1000 technology grant through Scholastic Tech - 4-Innovation contest with student project in ASL class.
Started a middle school American Sign Language program at Seton Catholic School for students to learn both ASL and about Deaf Culture.
Key Note Speaker for Catholic Schools Week Kickoff
Started a Boy Scout Pack at Seton Catholic School, acted as Assistant Cub Master and Den Leader for 8 years.
Coached winning middle school Science Olympiad Team for 3 years.
Assistant Track Coach for 3 years
Served on Principal Advisory Committee
Choreographed for middle school musicals at Seton Catholic School.
Certification
- 4 Year Resident Educator Early Childhood (P-3) License with Reading Praxis Passes and 4/5 Endorsement
- Will have Wilson Dyslexia Certification June, 2022
Timeline
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade Math and ELA Tutor
Kensington Intermediate School
08.2021 - Current
Third Grade Elementary Teacher (entire Year Sub)
Streetsboro City School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Hudson City School District
09.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Director of Camp Invention
National Inventors Hall Of Fame
06.2019 - 06.2019
Assistant Director of Camp Invention
National Inventors Hall Of Fame
06.2018 - 06.2018
Middle School American Sign Language Teacher
Seton Catholic School
09.2017 - 06.2020
Teaching Assistant
Seton Catholic School
09.2012 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Dance/Movement Therapy
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Bowling Green State University