Susan Rackley
Summary
Professional educator. Experienced with developing age-appropriate curriculum and fostering nurturing classroom environment. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Strong understanding of child psychology and effective communication methods.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary
08.2017 - 06.2025
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Third Grade Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2017
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Pre-K Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary, Westminster Preschool
08.1991 - 06.1998
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC12-2003
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education
Southern Wesleyan University/Central Wesleyan College
Central, SC05-1990
Skills
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Parental communication
- Technology-based instruction
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Class management
- Student-centered learning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safe, positive learning environment
Certification
- Early Childhood Education License - 7/1/2025-6/30/2023
- Read to Succeed Literacy Teacher Endorsement-11/21/2019
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary
08.2017 - 06.2025
Third Grade Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary
08.1998 - 06.2017
Pre-K Teacher
School District of Oconee County-Orchard Park Elementary, Westminster Preschool
08.1991 - 06.1998
Master of Science - Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education
Southern Wesleyan University/Central Wesleyan College
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