REBECCA VESTAL

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
• Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
• Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

Extra duties:

World Languages Department Chair 2001-2023

Spanish Honor Society and Club Sponsor 1998-2023

SIT Representative 2001-2010

Lead Mentor 2004-2023

PLT Instructor 2002-2023