Rebecca Zarich
Andover,KS
Summary
Experienced Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Learner Teacher
USD 385 Andover Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Provide targeted English language instruction to multilingual learners, supporting language development in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Collaborate with classroom teachers to adapt curriculum and ensure students' academic success.
- Ensure compliance with Title III regulations by administering and monitoring KELPA assessments to track student progress and guide instruction for grades PreK-5th.
Elementary School Teacher
Meadowlark Elementary - USD 385
08.2015 - 05.2021
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives in fourth grade for one year and first grade for five years.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
3rd Grade Teacher
Graber Elementary
12.2003 - Current
- Instructed 3rd grade curriculum according to Kansas Common Core State Standards.
- Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.
- Created a positive learning environment that ensured all students full learning potential was reached.
- Mentored and counseled students with adjustment and academic problems.
- Taught after-school and summer enrichment programs.
Program Assistant
Ohio State University
09.2002 - 01.2003
- 4-H Youth Development - Managed the '4-H in the Classroom' program with over 25 schools involved.
- Conducted conflict management series with over 1,000 youth.
- Educated and promoted the Jr.Leadership Awareness teams.
- Assisted with Jr.Fair Board and camp counselor training.
- Supervised and taught at 4-H Camp Palmer with a camp capacity of 250 youth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KSEndorsement - ESL
Newman University
Wichita, KansasBachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Friends University
Wichita, KSSkills
- LETRS - Science of Reading training 2024-2026
- Capturing Kids Hearts 2018
- Pathways to Reading 2015
- Cognitive Guided Instruction 2013
- Cognitive Coaching 2014
- IMU Math Grant - 185 hours 2010-2012
- International Reading Association Convention 2009
- Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning 2006
- Kansas Reading Academy 2005
- Ruby Payne (Poverty Awareness in Education) - various years
- Title 1 experience
Timeline
English Language Learner Teacher
USD 385 Andover Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Meadowlark Elementary - USD 385
08.2015 - 05.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
Graber Elementary
12.2003 - Current
Program Assistant
Ohio State University
09.2002 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
Endorsement - ESL
Newman University
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Friends University
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