RACHEL GRIBBIN

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7720 Old Woodstock Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21043 410.733.9169
rachelgribbin12@gmail.com

Education
Towson University, Towson, MD, 2001
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Secondary Education
Golden Key National Honor Society Member

Universidad de Salamanca, 1999 & Universidad de Guadalajara, 2001
Advanced literature & language study abroad programs
Certification
Completion of Teacher Education program, Towson University, 2001
State of Maryland Certification in World Languages, Spanish, 2010
Ancillary Credits: Reading (6), Special Education (6)
Teaching Experiences
Classroom Teacher, 8
th
Grade Spanish, Lansdowne Middle School,
Lansdowne, MD (Baltimore County Public Schools)

2008-2009
Implemented differentiated instruction based on the BCPS World Language Curriculum
and utilized both formative & summative assessments of students work


Collaborated with the 8
th
grade instructional team on implementing various technology,
including Power Point, Smart Boards & multi-sensory learning into daily instruction
Played an active role in cross curricular adherence, IEP review, daily application of
student accommodations and modifications, student activities, and parent teacher
conferences



Classroom Teacher, 5
th
- 8
th
Grade Religion & Spanish, Immaculate
Conception School, Towson, MD (Archdiocese of Baltimore)
Facilitated instruction for 5
th
grade and middle school curriculum using a variety of
teaching modalities including Power Point technology, Power School and Weebly sites
Served as Middle States Accreditation Chair in 2002 for school project development
Held an active role is developing school wide World Language curriculum as well as
Archdiocesan wide objectives
4 years experience in the elementary schools after care program for grades PK-8



1999-2003

Interactive/ Teaching Related Experiences
Group Fitness Instructor & Trainer, Elkridge Athletic Club

2012-present
Led member centered instruction in various fitness classes using a variety of interactive,
intrapersonal & multisensory exercises


Coached & hosted family fitness events, youth fitness days, & instructor continuing
education
Designed individual training plans for both adults & youth, offering one on one
specialized instruction




Local Area representative, Go Au Pair International, home based
Maintained active relationships with families & au pairs, fostering family and child
centered values, opportunities for multi-cultural enrichment, and global education
Oversaw au pairs and local host families & organized quarterly, cultural events for the
local territory and area study abroad programs
Acted as a liaison between the Go Au Pair headquarters and managed communication via
use of Internet portal, word processing programs such as Excel, Word, and Power Point

Special Interests/ Activities

2009-2010
Middle States Independent Private Schools Re-Accreditation Chair, 2003
Active participant in Maryland State Educators Convention & National Catholic Educators Association ongoing courses
Member of Mercy High School Alumnae network
Volunteer Running Coach, Girls on the Run Howard County, Grades 3-5

Volunteer English/ESOL Tutor, FIRN Tutoring Network, Columbia, MD

1998-1999
Offered one on one instructional services for English Language Learners, grades 1-12
Assisted in the development of instructional materials, English program literature, and
language literacy guides
Adhered to instructional strategies and accommodations in a learner centered capacity