Rebecca Leahy
Wentzville
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in multi-faceted educational roles and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 4th Grade
Fort Zumwalt School District
01.2024 - Current
- Progress South Elementary – 4th Grade Teacher
- Served on Culture Action Committee
- Implemented meaningful leadership classroom practices
- Improved teaching and learning outcomes with targeted engagement strategies
- Used data to guide instruction and interventions
Content Team Leader/Teacher - Math and Science
Murfreesboro City Schools
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Scales Elementary School – 4th Grade Teacher- Math and Science
- Lead math and science teachers in content planning, assessing, and intervention
- Planned and lead collaboration sessions
- Piloted science curriculum and provided district level feedback
- Implemented district level math curriculum pilot program and provided feedback
Project-Based Learning Consultant
Finneytown Public Schools
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Mentored district leaders in project-based instruction
- Supported staff growth through planning and modeling
- Gathered, vetted and recommended resources for school-wide learning and growth
- Provided virtual and in-person guidance for staff engagement in PBL instruction
Teacher- Math and Science
Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2018 - 01.2021
- HG Hill Middle School – 5th Grade Teacher- Math and Science
- Implemented innovative project-based instruction
- Piloted student Technology Team
- Implemented and led Girls Who Code after school club
- Served on Restorative Practice Team
Teacher- 4th and 5th Grade
Walnut Creek School District
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Tice Creek School/Parkmead Elementary School – 4th and 5th Grade Teacher- All Subjects
- Curriculum development – PBL; Designed and implemented new grade level curriculum
- Curriculum development – Math; Collaborated with district leaders on math committee
- Led upper school advisory committee; served as teacher liaison
- Designed and implemented Girls after school STEM club
Teacher -English Language Arts
JO Combs School District
01.2010 - 01.2011
- JO Combs Middle School – 6th Grade Teacher, ELA
- Implemented innovative workshop style instruction
- Coordinated school spelling bee
Education
Continuing Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Math Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA01.2016
BA - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2010
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- LMS/Canvas
- Technology integration
- Adaptable
- Collaborative teamwork
- Flexible growth mindset
- Applies skills to new projects
- Attention to detail
- Cultural awareness
- Goal setting
- Interpersonal communication
- Solutions focused
- Democratic-Transformational leadership style
Timeline
Teacher - 4th Grade
Fort Zumwalt School District
01.2024 - Current
Content Team Leader/Teacher - Math and Science
Murfreesboro City Schools
01.2022 - 01.2024
Project-Based Learning Consultant
Finneytown Public Schools
09.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher- Math and Science
Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2018 - 01.2021
Teacher- 4th and 5th Grade
Walnut Creek School District
01.2011 - 01.2017
Teacher -English Language Arts
JO Combs School District
01.2010 - 01.2011
BA - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Continuing Education - Curriculum and Instruction, Math Education
San Francisco State University