Rachael E.

Rassel
2365 Club Meridian Drive Apt.C12, Okemos MI, 48864 (810)333-2438
rachaelrassel@gmail.com rachaelrassel.weebly.com
PROFILE
Highly motivated and energetic educator with a demonstrated ability to deliver individualized, differentiated
instruction appropriate to each students abilities. Committed to creating a classroom atmosphere that
incorporates technology while stimulating and encouraging students. Exceptional ability to work harmoniously
with parents, school, and community. Background includes full time teaching, technology certification, and
coaching cheerleading at both the middle school and high school levels.
CERTIFICATIONS
Educational Technology Certification

August 2015

Michigan Certification in Secondary Education

RX: Social Studies
CC: History

May 2013
EDUCATION

Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

M.Ed., Teaching and Curriculum GPA: 4.0

2012-Present

Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Arts, with Honors GPA: 3.725
IDS: Social Studies Secondary Education
Minor: History

2008-2012

EXPERIENCE
Webberville Middle/High School Webberville, MI
2014-Present
Full- Time Teacher 8th Grade History, 9th Grade World History, 10th Grade American History
Designed curriculum corresponding with Common Core and state standard expectations
Developed and executed differentiated lessons to support the curriculum
Implemented one-to-one technology in the classroom
Delivered instruction using explicit instruction techniques
Used differentiated formative and summative assessments to demonstrate understanding
Encouraged a lively, enthusiastic, and positive learning environment promoting mutual respect
Provided accommodations and interventions to meet the needs of students with IEPs
Attended IEP, SST and 504 meetings to develop educational plans for student success
Enforced classroom expectations with Positive Behavior Interventions Strategies
Communicated with parents, teachers and administration to ensure student success
Completed report cards and held parent/teacher conferences
Served on the interview committee for hiring new teachers
South Haven High School South Haven, MI
Full- Time Teacher - 10th Grade World History, Contemporary Issues
Collaborated with co-workers to develop curriculum
Worked with At- Risk students
Collaborated with Special Education teachers to accommodate needs of students

2013-2014

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810-333-2438 rachaelrassel@gmail.com
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Fowlerville High School Fowlerville, MI
Year Long Student Teaching Internship - 10th Grade World History, 9th Grade American History
Performed all teacher responsibilities during a nine-week lead teaching experience
Implemented Reading Apprenticeship techniques
Advised and promoted student council events and activities
Attended and chaperoned extracurricular activities

2012-2013

RELATED EXPERIENCE
8th Grade Class Sponsor Webberville Middle High School
Held officer elections
Planned and chaperoned 8th Grade class trip to Chicago
Collected funds and communicated events with students and parents

2015-Present

National Honor Society Advisor South Haven High School

Held monthly meetings for members
Coordinated annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser
Organized applications and induction ceremony honoring new member and seniors

2103-2014

Varsity Competitive Cheer Coach South Haven High School

Developed and created program for the school
Recruited student athletes
Designed and implemented daily practices

2013-2014

Cheer Coach Brighton Area Schools

Sideline and Competitive Cheer Coach-Middle School, Freshman, Junior Varsity, Varsity
Qualified for District and Regional competitions
Worked with administration and athletic director to coordinate events
Choreographed material for all three competitive rounds

2009-2103

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Capital Area Tech Education Cohort
REMC Blended Learning in the Classroom Course

2015- Present
May 2015
SKILLS

Microsoft Office, Prezi, Google Applications, Schoology, IPad, IMovie, Weebly, Evernote, Remind101, Planbook,
Power Teacher, Pictochart
HONORS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Michigan State University Study Abroad Program
Michigan State University Deans List
Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society
Sigma Kappa Sorority
Sigma Kappa Sorority Executive Board
Competitive Cheer Coaches Association of Michigan

2012
2009-2012
2011-2012
2009-2012
2011
2011-Present