Rachel Perkins
Glen Allen
Summary
Dynamic and reliable educator with experience as a Student Teacher at Maybeury Elementary, adept at lesson planning and effective communication. Proven ability to engage students through interactive learning and tailored instructional strategies, fostering a supportive environment. Committed to enhancing student progress and well-being while maintaining strong parent relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Maybeury
Glen Allen
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted lead teacher with lesson planning and classroom management.
- Engaged students in interactive learning activities and discussions.
- Implemented educational games to enhance student participation and understanding.
- Collaborated with staff to create a supportive learning environment.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.
- Supported diverse learner needs through tailored instructional strategies.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
- Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
Part-time Nanny
Meghan Lawson
Richmond
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Ensured children's safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Summer Nanny
Elizabeth Crowley
Richmond
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and meal preparation to ensure a smooth-running home environment for the family.
- Managed the transportation of children to and from various summer camps, extracurricular activities, and appointments as needed.
- Enhanced children's emotional well-being by providing attentive and nurturing care during summer months.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Supported each child's individual needs by adapting daily routines based on their unique interests and abilities.
- Organized fun-filled outings for children including trips to local swimming pools, playgrounds, and amusement parks.
- Implemented educational activities tailored to each child's age, ensuring cognitive development throughout the summer.
Private Nanny
Elizabeth Smalley
Richmond
08.2020 - 01.2024
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12.2025
Associate of Science - Social Sciences Education
J Sargeant Reynolds
Richmond, VA05.2022
Skills
- Reliability
- Plan lessons
- Effective communication
- Assignment grading
- Critical thinking
- Manage classrooms
- Trustworthiness
- Parent and student communication
- IEP planning
- Small group instruction
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Accomplishments
- Supervised groups of children aged 3 months to 9 years of age.
- Schedule management
- Child development
- Caregiver and at-home school facilitator for family with 3 young children.
- First aid & CPR certified
- Enrichment activities
- Effective team leader
- Tutoring
- Language skills
- Educational support
References
- Elizabeth Crowley, 404-783-0735
- Elizabeth Smalley, 540-878-0776
- Meghan Lawson, 410-627-7143
- Sybil Price, 540-664-9331
Volunteer Experience
Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services., Assisted with special events and programs., Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Maybeury
08.2025 - 12.2025
Part-time Nanny
Meghan Lawson
08.2024 - 05.2025
Summer Nanny
Elizabeth Crowley
05.2024 - 08.2024
Private Nanny
Elizabeth Smalley
08.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate of Science - Social Sciences Education
J Sargeant Reynolds