Rachel Rawlings
Maryville
Summary
Innovative educator adept at fostering environments where learning is both engaging and effective. Known for high productivity levels and the ability to complete tasks with efficiency, utilizing time management skills to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards. Specialized in curriculum development, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Excel in communication, adaptability, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Relations Coordinator
Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District
Graham
08.2023 - Current
- Directed content management for district's online platforms, including website and Facebook.
- Generated posts about district activities enhancing stakeholder involvement.
Second Grade Teacher
Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District
Maitland
08.2019 - Current
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and reinforced appropriate behavior with positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods based on each student's ability level.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students in a second grade classroom.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Substitute Teacher
Northeast Nodaway R-V School District
Ravenwood
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Grades PreK-12
- Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
Substitute Teacher
Maryville R-II School District
Maryville
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Grades PreK-4
- Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
Teacher II
SSM Health Preschool and Childcare
Maryville
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Delivered age-appropriate attention and support for children across diverse developmental stages.
- Delivered regular updates regarding children's development to parents.
Student Teacher
Stanberry R-II School District
Stanberry
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Second grade (12 weeks)
- Kindergarten (4 weeks)
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards for grade 2 subjects.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Mathematics
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, Missouri04-2026
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, Missouri05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, Missouri05.2018
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Subject matter expertise
- Continuing education
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Team collaboration
Certification
• Early Childhood Education, Birth- Grade 3
• Elementary Education, Grades 1-6
• LETRS Certified, May 2024
• Elementary Education, Grades 1-6
• LETRS Certified, May 2024
Leadership And Activities
Leadership
- CTA, Chapter President, 2023-Present
- Elementary Student Council, Co-Founder, 2021-Present
- Summer Jump Start Coordinator, 2023-2024
Professional Development
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference, Kansas City, MO, February 2025
- Conference on the Young Years, Osage Beach, MO, March 2023
- Powerful Learning Conference, Osage Beach, MO, January 2023, January 2024, & January 2026
Activities
- Title Family Reading Night
- Elementary Family Math Night
- After School Tutoring
- Summer Tutoring (Grades K-6)
- Elementary Student Council School Clean Up Day
References
- Erin Hageman, Assistant Principal, Maryville Middle School, Maryville R-II School District, 525 W South Hills Dr, Maryville, MO, 64468, hagemane@maryviller2.com, (816) 885-9860
- Katie Falconer, Fifth Grade Teacher, Nodaway-Holt Elementary, Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District, 409 Hickory St., Maitland, MO, 64466, kfalconer@nodholt.org, (660) 412-3311
- Ashley Richardson, Instructional Coach, Platte County R-III, Siegrist Elementary, 1701 Branch Street, Platte City, MO, 64079, richardson.ashley@pcr3schools.org
- Whitney Brown, Nodaway-Holt R-VII Parent/Community Member, mrswhitneylbrown@yahoo.com, (660) 254-2940
- Meagan Morrow, Elementary Secretary, Nodaway-Holt Elementary, Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District, 409 Hickory St., Maitland, MO, 64466, meagangoslee@yahoo.com, (660) 562-0492
Timeline
Public Relations Coordinator
Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Nodaway-Holt R-VII School District
08.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Northeast Nodaway R-V School District
10.2018 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher
Maryville R-II School District
10.2018 - 05.2019
Student Teacher
Stanberry R-II School District
01.2018 - 05.2018
Teacher II
SSM Health Preschool and Childcare
08.2015 - 10.2018
Master of Science - Elementary Mathematics
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northwest Missouri State University