Rachel Hain
Ambler,PA
Summary
Accomplished English and Special Education Teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience serving diverse learners across grades 2-12. Expertise in writing and implementing individualized education plans and behavior intervention plans. Leveraged Google Classroom to enhance learning, achieving a 20% improvement in student engagement through motivational strategies. Passionate about fostering student growth and inclusive environments through data-driven instruction. Delivering of targeted interventions through engagement for students' diverse learning needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Circle of Seasons Charter School
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed individualized education plans and revisions for over 27 students to address diverse student needs.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators and support staff to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching methods based on individual performance
- Oversaw, coordinated, and led the ESY (Extended School Year Program), also providing instruction through individualized summer learning plans.
Learning Support Teacher
Wyoming Area Secondary Center
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective instructional strategies and accommodations.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback and support to enhance learning outcomes.
- Managed a caseload of over 30 students with varying levels of support.
- Integrated Google Classroom, PowerSchool, and other digital platforms to enhance communication and instruction.
Learning Support Teacher
Kutztown Area School District
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and areas for improvement in learning.
- Provided training and resources for staff on best practices in inclusive education techniques.
- Advocated for student needs during meetings with parents and educational professionals.
- Analyzed educational data to inform instructional decisions and improve program effectiveness, increasing student achievement by 12-15%.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Learning Support Teacher
Reading Area School District
01.2002 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoor activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to address pertinent issues.
- Taught all subject matter, including both special education and regular education students, in a mainstream environment.
- Provided ongoing feedback to parents regarding their child''s academic progress, working together to create effective support plans.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication.
- Enhanced learning experiences by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and methods tailored to individual student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Development & Strategies & Technology
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6 & Special Education K-12
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA12-2000
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior intervention plans
- Instructional strategies
- Extensive training on Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Transition planning
- Excellent communication
- Google Certified Level 2 Educator
- Cooperative learning techniques
- Progress monitoring
- Data analysis
- Special education techniques
- Digital learning platforms
- Small group instruction
- Parent communication
- Emotional support systems
- Inclusive classroom practices
- Targeted interventions
- Professional development training
- Differentiated instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Motivating students
- De-escalation techniques
- Assistive technology
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior modification
- Learning style assessments
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
Affiliations
Learning Disabilities Association
Certification
Elementary Education K-6
Special Education (MPH) K-12
English (7-12)
Mathematics (6-9)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Circle of Seasons Charter School
02.2024 - 09.2024
Learning Support Teacher
Wyoming Area Secondary Center
08.2019 - 06.2022
Learning Support Teacher
Kutztown Area School District
08.2007 - 06.2016
Learning Support Teacher
Reading Area School District
01.2002 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Educational Development & Strategies & Technology
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6 & Special Education K-12
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania