Rhonda Beasley
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Experienced secondary educator with 20 years of teaching experience, including 11 years of AP Chemistry instruction. Demonstrated record of strong student achievement on the AP Chemistry exam, with students consistently exceeding national and Missouri state averages. Skilled in evaluating complex student responses, applying scoring criteria, and supporting the integrity and consistency of Advanced Placement assessments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Orchard Farm School District
Saint Charles, MO
08.2006 - Current
- Taught AP Chemistry for 11 years, preparing students for both the multiple-choice and free-response sections of the AP Chemistry exam
- Prepared students for the AP Chemistry exam with 83% scoring 3 or higher and 52% scoring 4 or higher, consistently exceeding national and Missouri state averages
- Analyzed student responses to free-response questions and applied College Board scoring guidelines to evaluate scientific reasoning and written explanations
- Provided targeted feedback to improve student explanations, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving strategies
- Taught general and honors Chemistry for 19 years, building strong foundational and advanced content knowledge
Chemical Process Engineer
Shell Oil Refinery
South Roxana, IL
05.1989 - 06.2000
- Applied advanced chemistry principles and quantitative analysis in industrial settings
- Conducted data analysis, process evaluation, and technical problem-solving
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, safety, and product quality
Education
Specialist - Educational Technology
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05-2017
Master of Arts - Education
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO06-2008
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Christian Brothers University
Memphis, TN05-1989
Skills
- AP Chemistry Curriculum & Exam Preparation
- Free-Response Question (FRQ) Analysis
- Application of Scoring Rubrics
- Evaluation of Student Scientific Reasoning
- Chemical Problem Solving & Data Interpretation
- Assessment of Written Scientific Explanations
- Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail
- Consistent and Objective Evaluation
Timeline
High School Teacher
Orchard Farm School District
08.2006 - Current
Chemical Process Engineer
Shell Oil Refinery
05.1989 - 06.2000
Specialist - Educational Technology
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts - Education
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Christian Brothers University