Rachel Walker

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: rachel.walker@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: rachel-walker-cte

Summary

Six years of experience designing and delivering engaging Career and Technical Education (CTE) curricula to middle school students, fostering early career exploration and skill development. Successfully integrated project-based learning methodologies, resulting in a 25% increase in student participation in after-school STEM clubs. Adept at utilising various instructional technologies to create dynamic learning environments that prepare students for future academic and professional pathways.

Experience

Career & Technical Education Teacher, St. Cecilia's Community School -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2019 – present

• Developed and implemented a new 7th-grade 'Introduction to Digital Skills' module, increasing student proficiency in office software and coding basics by 30% over three academic years.

• Coordinated with local businesses to establish a 'Career Day' event, exposing over 300 middle school students annually to diverse professional fields and vocational opportunities.

• Managed and maintained a fully equipped technology lab, ensuring safe and effective use of 3D printers, robotics kits, and design software for hands-on projects.

• Mentored students in the annual Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, guiding two projects to regional finalist recognition.

Junior Cycle Technology Teacher, Fingal Community College -- Swords, Ireland

Sept 2017 – Aug 2019

• Taught a range of practical subjects including Wood Technology, Metalwork, and Graphics at the Junior Cycle level, achieving an average student pass rate of 90%.

• Designed and facilitated engaging project-based learning activities that connected classroom theory to real-world applications, enhancing student problem-solving skills.

• Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular themes, particularly linking technology projects with mathematics and science concepts.

• Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive and productive learning environment for up to 25 students per class.

Education

Dublin City University, PGDE in Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Technology) -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2016 – June 2017

Technological University Dublin (formerly DIT), BSc (Hons) in Product Design -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2012 – June 2016

Skills

Instructional & Curriculum Development: Project-Based Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Assessment Strategies, Curriculum Design, Digital Literacy, STEM Education, Vocational Skills Training

Technology & Tools: 3D Printing, Robotics, CAD Software (SolidWorks, Tinkercad), Microcontrollers (Arduino), Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace for Education, Learning Management Systems (Moodle, Google Classroom)

Classroom Management & Engagement: Student Motivation, Behavioural Management, Parent-Teacher Communication, Inclusive Education, Group Facilitation, Career Guidance

Professional Competencies: Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Organisation, Mentorship, Continuous Professional Development