Rachel McCaulley
La Porte
Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in curriculum development and student assessment. Experienced in collaborative teaching and integrating instructional technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Middle School ELA Teacher
Michigan City Area Schools
Michigan City
09.2024 - Current
- Implemented reading programs to improve literacy among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Assessed student progress through various formative and summative evaluations.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and behavior.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse middle school students.
- Led professional development workshops on best practices for teaching ELA topics.
Testing Coordinator
Renaissance Academy
La Porte
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated testing schedules for students and staff across various programs.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and refine testing materials and protocols.
- Monitored test administration to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
- Assisted in training staff on testing procedures and best practices.
- Communicated testing updates and information to students and parents effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and student performance metrics.
- Facilitated feedback sessions with educators to improve future testing processes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends related to software testing methodologies.
- Provided technical guidance to junior members of the team on best practices in software testing.
High School ELA Teacher
Connections Academy
La Porte
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated discussions to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking skills.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction to engage students and enhance learning.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.
- Collaborated with other faculty members to develop strategies for improving student outcomes.
9th Grade Biology Teacher
Lake Ridge New Tech Schools
Gary
12.2016 - 12.2021
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of biological concepts.
- Developed assignments and tests to assess student progress.
- Created study guides and supporting materials to reiterate lecture details and prepare students for tests.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons in order to foster deeper understanding of course material.
- Developed lesson plans based on state curriculum guidelines to ensure learning objectives were met.
- Evaluated textbooks, materials, and other resources for use in the classroom setting.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH07-2021
Skills
- Reading interventions
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teaching
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Instructional technology
- Multicultural education
- Writing instruction
- Assessment creation
- Instructional design
- Licensed in Indiana
Certification
Professional Educational License - Repa 3 - Grades 5-12 - Language Arts, Indiana DOE, 2025
Timeline
Middle School ELA Teacher
Michigan City Area Schools
09.2024 - Current
Testing Coordinator
Renaissance Academy
08.2023 - 08.2024
High School ELA Teacher
Connections Academy
01.2022 - 02.2023
9th Grade Biology Teacher
Lake Ridge New Tech Schools
12.2016 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - English
Southern New Hampshire University