RACHEL S.

MITTL
HOME ADDRESS
4472 Oakdale Crescent Ct. #9411
Fairfax, VA 22030

[email protected]
(610) 653-9022

EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
B.S. in Elementary and Kindergarten Education
Minors in Special Education & Deafness and Hearing Studies

SCHOOL ADDRESS
11509 Waples Mill Road
Oakton, VA 22124
May 2013

Chosen as one of 60 Penn State University Elementary Education majors to participate in a collaborative 185 day,
full-time elementary student teaching internship in a K-6th grade setting in the State College Area School District
(SCASD) (Pennsylvania). This nationally recognized program received the 2011 Spirit of Partnership Award from the
National Association for Professional Development Schools (NAPDS), the 2009 Award for Exemplary Professional
Development School Achievement from NAPDS, the 2004 Holmes Partnership Award for the best partnership
between a university and a school district, and the 2002 Distinguished Program in Teacher Education Award from
the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Elementary Teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), VA
August 2013 Present
5th Grade - Waples Mill Elementary, Oakton, VA
June 2014 - Present
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6 Grade - Cub Run Elementary, Centreville, VA
August 2013 June 2014
Plan and implement lessons using the LEARN model for students in an inclusive classroom
Utilize elements of Responsive Classroom in order to build and maintain a positive learning environment
Teach language arts through guided reading, reading conferences, and writers workshop
Teach mathematics using a math workshop model with a focus on promoting critical thinking
Teach science through inquiry-based lessons in order to engage students and meet state standards
Teach social studies through project-based learning, culminating with students presenting a Global
Awareness Technology Project (GATP) incorporating ancient civilizations (Waples Mill)
Differentiate instruction to accommodate the learning needs of all students including: ESOL, learning
disabled, advanced academic, speech and language, and other health impairment
Participate in grade-level Collaborative Learning Team and staff meetings, in-service trainings, IEP and reevaluation meetings, local screening meetings, and 504 meetings
Collaborate and work with grade-level team members, principals, special education teachers, an ESOL
teacher, reading and math coaches, counselors, instructional assistants, substitute teachers, a librarian,
technology specialists, a social worker, and a behavioral specialist to enhance classroom learning
Analyze summative and formative data in order to assess student understanding and guide future
instruction
Collaborate with staff members in varying roles to write and analyze our School Improvement Plan (SIP)
which focuses on the content areas of math, reading, and science (Waples Mill)
Communicate with parents on a daily/weekly basis through Blackboard, emails, newsletters, phone calls,
and conferences
Partake in school and community functions such as fundraisers, athletic events, and PTA nights
Professional Development School (PDS) Intern, State College Area School District, PA
August 2012 June 2013
Student Teaching Placement: Fifth Grade, Park Forest Elementary
Planned and implemented lessons for twenty-three students in an inclusive classroom
Worked with students to build a strong classroom and school community
Taught language arts through a content-rich curriculum, including guided reading, writing, and readers
and writers workshops
Taught mathematics (Math Expressions) aligned to National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and
Pennsylvania standards, with a balance between conceptual understanding and procedural fluency
Taught science and social studies through inquiry-based lessons in order to engage students and meet
state and national standards
Differentiated instruction to support various student needs in a diverse classroom

 Attended division and faculty meetings, in-service trainings, unit planning workshops, and Instructional
Support and Individualized Education planning meetings
Planned for and worked with guest teachers and paraprofessionals
Partner Classroom Placement: First/Second Multi-Age, Park Forest Elementary
Observed and interacted with students in small and whole group settings
Conferred with students during Daily 5 about reading and writing
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
School-wide Staff Development Sessions, FCPS
August 2013 Present
Attend various sessions on topics such as Performance-Based Assessments, Executive Functioning Strategies,
WIDA Testing, Bully-proofing your Classroom, Google Apps for Education, eCart Advanced Searches, Boys
Writing, FCPS Online Grade book, Photostory, and Organized Recess Games
Integrate newly learned ideas and resources into classroom in order to enhance student learning
Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) 2 Training, FCPS
May 2014 June 2014
Learned the components for evaluating student read levels using the DRA2
Assessed two students using the DRA2 and provided reflections and implications based on results
Virginia Passport to Success, Grade 4, FCPS
August 2014
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Explored 4 grade Virginia History curriculum including related standards, projects, and assessments
Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons and share project ideas
Great Beginnings: The Next Generation Program, FCPS
August 2013 June 2014
Presented with helpful strategies, techniques, and resources geared toward a first-year teachers needs
Collaborated with fellow first-year teachers, who also taught sixth grade, to improve student learning
Upper Grade Guided Reading, Grades 3-6, FCPS
February 2014 March 2014
Learned how to incorporate guided reading into the classroom based upon Jan Richardsons model
Implemented then analyzed various guided reading lessons within my classroom
Cluster 8 Designated Mondays, FCPS
August 2013 February 2014
Attended monthly seminars to learn new strategies for teaching students 21st century skills
Collaborated with sixth grade team members to apply skills into daily lessons
SCASD-Penn State University Teacher Inquiry, State College, PA
January 2013 April 2013
Collected and analyzed data to explore the effects of interruptions on engaged learning time
Implemented potential solutions into the classroom and presented findings to the PDS community
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Girls On The Run, Oakton, VA
February 2015 Present
Head Coach
Lead 3rd through 5th grade girls through running exercises and self-esteem lessons twice a week
Mentor girls through choosing and carrying out a community service project during the season
YMCA Summer Day Camp, State College & Macungie, PA
June 2010 August 2013
Counselor
Prepared sports, activities, and games for 25 campers ages 8 to 12 to engage in throughout the summer
Encouraged campers to demonstrate the core values of the YMCA: caring, honesty, responsibility, respect
YMCA School Age Child Care, State College, PA
August 2012 June 2013
Staff Member
Led 8 to 12 students grades K to 2nd through group games/activities, snack time, and homework
Communicated with parents at student pick-up time, especially when issues arose
COLLEGIATE EXTRACURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT
Student Pennsylvania State Education Association, University Park, PA
Vice-President
Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance MaraTHON, University Park, PA
Donor & Alumni Relations Committee Member
Rules & Regulations Committee Member

September 2009 May 2013