Open To Work
Rebecca Mecikalski
Educator
Rochester,MN
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in secondary and elementary education. Skilled in developing targeted literacy interventions and leading professional development workshops, fostering teamwork and problem-solving to drive student success and curriculum alignment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Special Education Literacy Coach
Rochester Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to implement literacy interventions tailored to student needs.
- Assisted in developing and delivering professional development workshops for instructional staff.
- Evaluated student literacy assessments to identify areas for improvement and guide instruction.
Elementary Literacy Coach
Rochester Public Schools
07.2019 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented targeted literacy intervention strategies for diverse student populations.
- Introduced diverse literature selections into the curriculum, encouraging cultural awareness and empathy among students.
- Evaluated instructional materials and resources to ensure alignment with district goals and state standards for English Language Arts education.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with literacy research and best practices, ensuring continued growth as an educator.
Implementation Associate
Rochester Public Schools
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Led initiatives to integrate new technologies, ensuring alignment with district goals and strategic vision.
- Implemented multiple new curriculums and provided the professional development for successful implementation.
- Collaborated with teachers to design units of study using the backwards design model.
Classroom Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
07.2005 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and participation.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, tailoring instruction to individual needs.
Education
No Degree - Literacy Certification
The College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN No Degree - Educational Leadership And Management
Winona State University
Winona, MN08-2018
Master of Science - Education
Winona State University
Winona, MN08-2001
Bachelor of Science - Education
Winona State University
Winona, MN06-2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Instructional coaching
- Instructional planning
- Reading strategies
- Literacy program development
- Program implementation
- Online teaching
- Data-driven instruction
- English language learners
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- LETRS Training - 2023
- CORE Training - 2024
- Translanguaging - 2024
- Academic and Behavior Strategist License - 2027
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Secondary Special Education Literacy Coach
Rochester Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
Elementary Literacy Coach
Rochester Public Schools
07.2019 - 06.2025
Implementation Associate
Rochester Public Schools
07.2015 - 06.2019
Classroom Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
07.2005 - 06.2015
No Degree - Literacy Certification
The College of Saint Scholastica
No Degree - Educational Leadership And Management
Winona State University
Master of Science - Education
Winona State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Winona State University