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Rachel Prettyman

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Summary

Experienced elementary school teacher with ten years of experience teaching both primary and intermediate grade levels. Successful track record as a Curriculum and Professional Learning coach, collaborating with teachers to enhance their teaching practices. I am skilled in providing valuable support to school site administrators for school development and trainings. I posses a Multiple Subjects Credential and Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. I am currently working at a local non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children with special needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Non-Profit Program Director

Project R.I.D.E.
01.2017 - Current


  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.

5th Grade Teacher

Elk Grove Unified School District
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
  • Teacher coach for new and incoming teachers

Curriculum and Professional Learning Coach

Elk Grove Unified School District
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Collaborated with school administrators to identify areas for instructional improvement and develop targeted action plans.
  • Conducted research on emerging educational practices, ensuring coaching methods remained up-to-date and effective.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback for continuous growth.
  • Developed strategies for addressing diverse learner needs, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity in classrooms.
  • Presented at staff meetings and teacher trainings on new educational practices and curriculum.
  • Facilitated peer observation programs, encouraging reciprocal learning between colleagues as they shared insights from different experiences.
  • Assisted in refining school-wide instructional goals and priorities, aligning professional development efforts with overarching objectives.

Teacher

David Reese Elementary
01.2015 - 07.2019

3rd grade teacher

Teacher

Mary Tsukamoto Elementary
11.2014 - 05.2015

2nd grade

American Sign Language Instructor

Private Tutor
08.2012 - 12.2014
  • Private ASL teacher for a homeschooled high school student.

Teacher

Prairie Elementary school
01.2014 - 01.2014
  • Kindergarten long-term substitute.

PE teacher

St. Peter's Luther School
01.2013 - 01.2014

1st - 4th grade PE teacher

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Bible and Theology

William Jessup University

American Christian Academy

Master of Science - Applied School Leadership

National University
06-2020

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential - School Leadership

SCOE Leadership Institute
2019

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Effective leader
  • Program leadership
  • Staff development
  • Organizational leadership
  • Personnel supervision

Timeline

5th Grade Teacher

Elk Grove Unified School District
06.2022 - 07.2024

Curriculum and Professional Learning Coach

Elk Grove Unified School District
07.2019 - 07.2022

Non-Profit Program Director

Project R.I.D.E.
01.2017 - Current

Teacher

David Reese Elementary
01.2015 - 07.2019

Teacher

Mary Tsukamoto Elementary
11.2014 - 05.2015

Teacher

Prairie Elementary school
01.2014 - 01.2014

PE teacher

St. Peter's Luther School
01.2013 - 01.2014

American Sign Language Instructor

Private Tutor
08.2012 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Bible and Theology

William Jessup University

American Christian Academy

Master of Science - Applied School Leadership

National University

Preliminary Administrative Services Credential - School Leadership

SCOE Leadership Institute
Rachel Prettyman