Rachel Carson Cole
[email protected]
Objective
To continue to grow professionally as an educator in the areas of reading and writing, MYP assessment, and technology while maintaining a position as a middle school language arts teacher.
Credentials
Michigan certified in all subjects (K-5) and Language Arts (6-8)
Certified in MLPP (Michigan Literacy Progress Profile): K-3
Education
Michigan State University- Master of Arts in Education Program
May 2011- August 2012
Master of Arts in Education, specializing in Literacy
Michigan State University - College of Education
August 2003-August 2007
Bachelor of Arts In Education, minor in Language Arts
Teaching Experiences
Bloomfield Hills School District
6th grade language arts teacher
East Hills Middle School
MYP IB World School
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
August 2012- present
-Incorporated the writer's workshop model to teach language arts
-Skilled in MYP assessment
-Trained in the use of Mistar Connect to monitor student progress and daily lesson plans
-Trained in the use of Moodle to document daily class instruction, post homework and communicate with parents and students
Fulton County Public Schools
2nd, 3rd and 5th grade general education teacher
Esther Jackson Elementary
Roswell, Georgia
August 2008-May 2012
Enjoyed four rewarding years at a title-one school in the Atlanta area, working with a diverse group of students and growing as a professional in the following areas:
-Collaborating with colleagues to plan standards-based lessons focused on Common Core Curriculum
-Using the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment system to guide reading instruction and create leveled reading groups
-Developing writing lessons using Lucy Calkins
-Creating and implementing annual Continuous Improvement Planning
-Using the RTI (Response to Intervention) process to graph individual student achievement, analyze data with colleagues and implement classroom modifications and accommodations
-Implementing technology into lessons using ActivInspire software for active board
-Incorporating Big Ideas and Language Objectives into all lesson plans
-Using pre and post assessment data to guide instruction
-Attending Individual Education Plan meetings for learning disabled students
-Planning instruction and teaching collaboratively with special education teachers in a team taught setting for math and reading
-Communicating with parents and colleagues effectively
-Implementing a behavior management plan that is focused on positive reinforcement
-Attending weekly professional development meetings using the "Critical Friends' Group format
Holt Public Schools
Internship: Second grade
Midway Elementary
Holt, Michigan
August 2007- May 2008
-Collaborated with mentory teacher as well as other staff members to plan and implement standards based lessons in all subject areas
-Performed all teacher responsibilities independently during a one month lead teaching period
Lansing Public Schools
Field Placement:
Third grade- Averill Elementary
Fourth grade- North Elementary
August 2006-April 2007
-Observed and participated in the classroom management and instruction of a diverse, urban elementary school
-Taught small and whole group lessons in math and science for three case studies
Teaching Related Experiences and Community Involvement
Fulton County Public Schools
3rd and 5th grade Extended-Day Teacher
Esther Jackson Elementary
Roswell, Georgia
August 2008-May 2012
-Taught in the after school Extended Day Program for "at-risk" students in grades 3-5
-Created and implemented standards based lessons to prepare students for the Georgia CRCT (Criterion Referenced Competency Test)
-Incorporated behavior management strategies to improve the behavior, motivation and engagement of students
Child Care Provider
Cumming, Georgia
May 2010-May 2012
-Organized schedule of summer activities for three children ages 10-15
-Worked collaboratively with parents and created a balance of discipline and fun to provide children with a productive summer experience
Fulton County Math Curriculum Department
Atlanta, Georgia
May 2010- August 2010
-Worked with the Fulton County Math Department and a collaborative team of teachers to restructure math assessments and align with state standards for the upcoming school year
Private Reading Tutor
Holt, Michigan
August 2007- May 2008
-Worked with a second grade student to strengthen reading skills and improve motivation and engagement
-Used MLPP, DRA, and A-Z benchmark books to track student progress and improve reading skills in accuracy, comprehension and fluency.
Junior Activities Director
Country Club of Lansing
Lansing, Michigan
May 2006- August 2007
-Planned and coordinated the summer camp program for children ages 3-7
-Managed camp counselors and organized their duties and responsibilities
-Created fun and educational activities for each camp session
Volunteer Lacrosse Manager
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
February 2005- May 2007
-Worked with coaches to maintain an organized team structure
-Ran score board and tracked team statistics for all games in the season
-Gained managerial and communication skills
Professional Development
-Kaarin Averill- Visible Thinking Skills: Sponsored by Bloomfield HIlls School District. March, 2013
-Jay Marks: Sponsored by Bloomfield Hills School District. February, 2013
-Young Zhao- The Implications of Globalization and Technology on Education: Sponsored by BHSD. January, 2013
-Critical Friends Group Training: Sponsored by Fulton County Schools. September, 2012
-Exceptional Children Course: Sponsored by Fulton Coutny Schools. June, 2011
-Metro RESA Science Workshops Consolidation Class: Sponsored by Fulton County Schools. April, 2010
-What Brain Research Tells Us Today About Classroom and Education: Sponsored by Holt Public Schools with Dr. Pam Robbins. August, 2007
-Complex Instruction Workshop 3-day seminar: Sponsored by Michigan State University College of Education. December, 2007
Technology
-ActivInspire Promethean Board Software
-Weebly Website development Software
-MiStar Connect
-Moodle
-Microsoft Word
-Power Point
-Excel Spread Sheet
To continue to grow professionally as an educator in the areas of reading and writing, MYP assessment, and technology while maintaining a position as a middle school language arts teacher.
Credentials
Michigan certified in all subjects (K-5) and Language Arts (6-8)
Certified in MLPP (Michigan Literacy Progress Profile): K-3
Education
Michigan State University- Master of Arts in Education Program
May 2011- August 2012
Master of Arts in Education, specializing in Literacy
Michigan State University - College of Education
August 2003-August 2007
Bachelor of Arts In Education, minor in Language Arts
Teaching Experiences
Bloomfield Hills School District
6th grade language arts teacher
East Hills Middle School
MYP IB World School
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
August 2012- present
-Incorporated the writer's workshop model to teach language arts
-Skilled in MYP assessment
-Trained in the use of Mistar Connect to monitor student progress and daily lesson plans
-Trained in the use of Moodle to document daily class instruction, post homework and communicate with parents and students
Fulton County Public Schools
2nd, 3rd and 5th grade general education teacher
Esther Jackson Elementary
Roswell, Georgia
August 2008-May 2012
Enjoyed four rewarding years at a title-one school in the Atlanta area, working with a diverse group of students and growing as a professional in the following areas:
-Collaborating with colleagues to plan standards-based lessons focused on Common Core Curriculum
-Using the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment system to guide reading instruction and create leveled reading groups
-Developing writing lessons using Lucy Calkins
-Creating and implementing annual Continuous Improvement Planning
-Using the RTI (Response to Intervention) process to graph individual student achievement, analyze data with colleagues and implement classroom modifications and accommodations
-Implementing technology into lessons using ActivInspire software for active board
-Incorporating Big Ideas and Language Objectives into all lesson plans
-Using pre and post assessment data to guide instruction
-Attending Individual Education Plan meetings for learning disabled students
-Planning instruction and teaching collaboratively with special education teachers in a team taught setting for math and reading
-Communicating with parents and colleagues effectively
-Implementing a behavior management plan that is focused on positive reinforcement
-Attending weekly professional development meetings using the "Critical Friends' Group format
Holt Public Schools
Internship: Second grade
Midway Elementary
Holt, Michigan
August 2007- May 2008
-Collaborated with mentory teacher as well as other staff members to plan and implement standards based lessons in all subject areas
-Performed all teacher responsibilities independently during a one month lead teaching period
Lansing Public Schools
Field Placement:
Third grade- Averill Elementary
Fourth grade- North Elementary
August 2006-April 2007
-Observed and participated in the classroom management and instruction of a diverse, urban elementary school
-Taught small and whole group lessons in math and science for three case studies
Teaching Related Experiences and Community Involvement
Fulton County Public Schools
3rd and 5th grade Extended-Day Teacher
Esther Jackson Elementary
Roswell, Georgia
August 2008-May 2012
-Taught in the after school Extended Day Program for "at-risk" students in grades 3-5
-Created and implemented standards based lessons to prepare students for the Georgia CRCT (Criterion Referenced Competency Test)
-Incorporated behavior management strategies to improve the behavior, motivation and engagement of students
Child Care Provider
Cumming, Georgia
May 2010-May 2012
-Organized schedule of summer activities for three children ages 10-15
-Worked collaboratively with parents and created a balance of discipline and fun to provide children with a productive summer experience
Fulton County Math Curriculum Department
Atlanta, Georgia
May 2010- August 2010
-Worked with the Fulton County Math Department and a collaborative team of teachers to restructure math assessments and align with state standards for the upcoming school year
Private Reading Tutor
Holt, Michigan
August 2007- May 2008
-Worked with a second grade student to strengthen reading skills and improve motivation and engagement
-Used MLPP, DRA, and A-Z benchmark books to track student progress and improve reading skills in accuracy, comprehension and fluency.
Junior Activities Director
Country Club of Lansing
Lansing, Michigan
May 2006- August 2007
-Planned and coordinated the summer camp program for children ages 3-7
-Managed camp counselors and organized their duties and responsibilities
-Created fun and educational activities for each camp session
Volunteer Lacrosse Manager
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
February 2005- May 2007
-Worked with coaches to maintain an organized team structure
-Ran score board and tracked team statistics for all games in the season
-Gained managerial and communication skills
Professional Development
-Kaarin Averill- Visible Thinking Skills: Sponsored by Bloomfield HIlls School District. March, 2013
-Jay Marks: Sponsored by Bloomfield Hills School District. February, 2013
-Young Zhao- The Implications of Globalization and Technology on Education: Sponsored by BHSD. January, 2013
-Critical Friends Group Training: Sponsored by Fulton County Schools. September, 2012
-Exceptional Children Course: Sponsored by Fulton Coutny Schools. June, 2011
-Metro RESA Science Workshops Consolidation Class: Sponsored by Fulton County Schools. April, 2010
-What Brain Research Tells Us Today About Classroom and Education: Sponsored by Holt Public Schools with Dr. Pam Robbins. August, 2007
-Complex Instruction Workshop 3-day seminar: Sponsored by Michigan State University College of Education. December, 2007
Technology
-ActivInspire Promethean Board Software
-Weebly Website development Software
-MiStar Connect
-Moodle
-Microsoft Word
-Power Point
-Excel Spread Sheet
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