Rachel Graves
New Holland,PA
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator, and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as a member of a teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Also actively engaged in local environmental citizen science with the goals of a better future and gaining knowledge to bring to the school.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Pathways Hybrid Learning
08.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Teacher
S.E.E.K. Homeschool Co-op
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Worked alongside more experienced staff as co-teacher to improve skillset.
Seamstress
Keystone Mascots
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various sewing tasks, including garment repairs, alterations, or custom clothing creation.
- Measured and cut fabric for garment construction according to customer specifications.
- Minimized fabric waste by carefully planning cuts and utilizing leftover material for smaller projects or repairs when possible.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Drafted designs and patterns for original garments.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Drew patterns and cut fabric pieces, assembled, and sewed to create wearable garment.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
Animal Care Technician
Covance Research Products
05.2012 - 06.2015
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Supported successful breeding programs through diligent observation of reproductive cycles and assisting with mating efforts when needed.
- Promoted a positive work environment among team members through open communication channels and consistent feedback sessions.
- Assisted veterinarians with surgeries and treatments, ensuring proper care for animals in need.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Dairy Farm Hand
Willow Springs Farm
08.2008 - 04.2014
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
- Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
- Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
- Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
- Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Adamstown05.2012
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning that promotes critical thinking and connections
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Public Speaking
- Event Organization
- Animal welfare
- Biosecurity Protocols
- Recordkeeping
Certification
Certified AAAI/ISMA Personal Trainer
Timeline
Teacher
Pathways Hybrid Learning
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
S.E.E.K. Homeschool Co-op
09.2016 - 05.2019
Seamstress
Keystone Mascots
07.2015 - 05.2018
Animal Care Technician
Covance Research Products
05.2012 - 06.2015
Dairy Farm Hand
Willow Springs Farm
08.2008 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
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