RACHEL KWIATKOWSKI

195 Poplar Drive | Pellston, MI 49769 | 231.330.3176

rach.kwiatkowski@gmail.com
rkwiatkowski.weebly.com

CERTIFICATION
STATE OF MICHIGAN – Professional Teaching License
• English 6-12 (BA)
• History 6-12 (CC)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ALANSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS | ALANSON, MI | AUG. 2017 – PRESENT
• 6th grade English Language Arts • M-STEP & NWEA Proctor
• 7th grade English Language Arts • Middle School Volleyball Coach- 2018
• 8 grade English Language Arts
th • Char-Em ELA Collaborate Member
• 8 grade U.S. History
th • Char-Em HQTL Committee (ELA- 8th grade)

MICHIGAN GREAT LAKES VIRTUAL ACADEMY | MANISTEE, MI | SEPT. 2014 – AUG. 2017
• 9th grade English • ACT, SAT & Work Keys Site Lead
• 10 grade English
th • M-STEP Proctor
• 12th grade English • Golden Apple Award (March 2017)
• Boot Camp Committee

MACKINAW CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS | MACKINAW CITY, MI | SEPT. 2009 – JUNE 2014
• 7th grade English • 10th grade U.S. History
• 9th grade English • 11th grade World History
• 11th grade English (British Literature) • Student Council Advisor
• 6 grade World History & Geography
th • 6th and 12th grade Class Advisor
• 7th grade World History & Geography • Softball Coach
• 8 grade U.S. History
th

PELLSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS | PELLSTON, MI | SEPT. 2007 – JUNE 2008

• 8th grade U.S. History
• 9th grade English
• Yearbook
• School Improvement Team

EDUCATION

GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY | 2010-2016 GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY | 2007
Master’s Degree Bachelor of Arts - English Major / History Minor
Educational Leadership Secondary Education Emphasis

ALPENA COMMUNITY COLLEGE | 2004 PELLSTON HIGH SCHOOL | 2002

Associate of Arts – General Education High School Diploma
Magna Cum Laude Graduated with honors
 RACHEL KWIATKOWSKI
195 Poplar Drive | Pellston, MI 49769 | 231.330.3176
rach.kwiatkowski@gmail.com
rkwiatkowski.weebly.com

TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE
• Mac OS & iOS • Pivot
• Microsoft Windows & Office • Remind 101
• Google Drive, Suite & Classroom • SMART Board Technologies
• Power School/Power Teacher (Pro) • Various subject area programs/websites

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
• Developed strong classroom management skills with firm and clear expectations
• Aligned curriculum to Common Core State Standards and Michigan Grade Level Standards
• Produced pacing guides & curriculum maps for multiple classes
• Practiced differentiated and modified instruction based on student level and individual needs
• Implemented scaffolding and critical thinking throughout lessons
• Participated in school wide PBIS implementation
• Tracked student progress and data to drive instruction
• Participated in weekly Professional Learning Community and data meetings
• Attended IEP and 504 meetings to give input on individual student progress
• Communicated daily with students and parents regarding grades and progress
• Self-assessed with the 5D+ Growth Plan and Evaluation tools
• Collaborated with teachers on cross-curricular assignments
• Evaluated students using both formative and summative assessments
• Enhanced student engagement for learning in both English and history
• Fostered classroom culture with high expectations, excellent classroom management, and strong
relationships

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Able to multi-task and problem solve in various situations
• Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and thinking quickly
• Passionate and energetic classroom presence
• Creative in designing lessons that appeal to multiple learning styles
• Develops excellent rapport with colleagues, parents, and students

REFERENCES
RACHELLE COOK BROOKE GROFF
Superintendent | Alanson Public Schools Teacher | Pellston Public Schools
W: 231.548.2261 C: 231.622.2455
E: rcook@alansonvikings.net E: bgroff@pellstonschools.org

ADAM STEFANSKI MELISSA COSTELLO

Athletic Director | Boyne City Public Schools Teacher | Alanson Public Schools
C: 989.289.9864 C: 231.838.6758
E: astefanski@boyne.k12.mi.us E: mcostello@alansonvikings.net