Rachel

C. Chadwick
116 Wiltshire Ct. W, Sterling, VA, 20165
703-732-4448
rachch2@mail.regent.edu

Dedicated ~ Innovative ~ Passionate

PROFESSIONAL GOAL
Readily seeking a position as an elementary (PreK-6) teacher to create a positive, nurturing environment for students to
excel in knowledge and grow in character.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of ScienceRegent University
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies
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Concentration: PreK-6 Grade Focus
Cumulative GPA: 3.91
Licensed by the state of VirginiaPreK-6

STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Anticipated May 2015

Anticipated May 2015

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Three Oaks Elementary, Virginia Beach School District3 Grade Gifted Cluster
Jan. 2015- Feb. 2015
Brought engaging, differentiated lessons to a Language Arts switch class that met grade-level objectives.
Assumed all teacher responsibilities including: flexible planning, teaching and assessment of students, gradelevel collaboration, professional development, small group instruction for reading, and parent communication.
Georgetown Primary School, Chesapeake School DistrictKindergarten
Mar. 2015- Apr. 2015
Planned and implemented daily lesson plans and materials for all subject areas that met required Standards of
Learning. Created and administered Power Up remediation in areas of Math and Language Arts.
Used formal and informal assessment data to make instructional decisions. Utilized available technology,
including PowerPoint and SMART board software to design engaging and differentiated lessons.
Usage of multiple behavioral management systems and cooperative, hands-on experiences for a Title 1 class.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Fall 2014- present
Substitute taught grades K-5 at 15 elementary schools, both in special education and general education classes.
Implemented teacher lesson plans, reinforced behavior management policies, managed a variety of classrooms.

PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE

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Providence Elementary, Virginia Beach School District3 Grade Gifted Cluster

Fall 2014
Over 70 hours working with students in small groups to implement math and reading instruction. Collaborated
with teacher, third grade team, and substituted in her absence. Developed excellent rapport with class & teacher.
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Alanton Elementary, Virginia Beach School District1 Grade
Fall 2013- Spring 2014
Over 75 hours in a classroom with diverse learner needs; delivered reading lessons, oversaw & actively guided
students during independent work and routine activities in language arts and math; excellent rapport with teacher.
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Atlantic Shores Christian School2 Grade
Fall 2013

RELATED WORK AND CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

Lead/Assistant Teacher, KinderCare Learning Center, Sterling, VA
Feb. 2012- present
Assistant teacher in various classrooms with children 3 mos.-12 yrs., toddler lead teacher summer of 2014
Skills acquired: directing activities of the children, creating & implementing lesson plans, exercising classroom
management & leadership skills, communicating with parents daily, and administering formal evaluations of
students. Independently taught between 8-18 students at a time, and also with other teachers.
Completed Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow Program with Future Teacher Contract, Sterling, VA
Mar. 2011- May 2011
Tutor, Algonkian Elementary, Sterling, VA
Sep. 2007- Dec. 2010
Tutored students in various K-3 elementary classrooms before school to provide remediation and assistance in
the areas of reading, writing, phonics, and math. Helped teachers with lesson activities and evaluations.

Portfolio & Credentials available at: www.rachelchadwick@weebly.com

Rachel plans and implements creative, student-centered lessons that include a variety of activities to engage young learners. Her
lessons demonstrate thoughtful planning that aligns with state and school division objectives. She presents an enthusiastic
demeanor and passion for learning. If I were a third grade student, I would enjoy being in her classroom.
-Cheryl Gould, Director of Student Teaching, Regent University