Certifications
Early Childhood Education, State of Georgia, USA, 2005, renewed 2010
English to Speakers of Other Languages Certified, State of Georgia, USA, 2011
Education
M.A., Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Technology 2009 – 2010
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
GPA 3.7
B.A., Early Childhood Education 2002 - 2005
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA
GPA 3.7
Early Childhood Education/ Special Education 2000 – 2002
New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
GPA 3.9
Experience
Multi-Grade Teacher, 2012 – Present
International School of Morocco, Casablanca, Morocco
Teacher Resource Designer, 2008 – Present
Online Development for http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Heidi-Raki
First Grade Teacher, 2011 – 2012
American Academy of Casablanca, Casablanca, Morocco
Computer Lab Specialist, 2009 – 2011
Harmony Leland Elementary, Mableton, GA, USA
Lesson Plan Designer, 2007 - 2009
Cobb County Schools, Marietta, GA, USA
3rd Grade Teacher, 2005 - 2009
Harmony Leland Elementary, Mableton, GA, USA
Volunteer Work
Girl Scout Leader, 2001 – 2004
Kennesaw, GA, USA & Las Cruces, NM, USA
Special Skills
Early Childhood Education, State of Georgia, USA, 2005, renewed 2010
English to Speakers of Other Languages Certified, State of Georgia, USA, 2011
Education
M.A., Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Technology 2009 – 2010
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
GPA 3.7
B.A., Early Childhood Education 2002 - 2005
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA
GPA 3.7
Early Childhood Education/ Special Education 2000 – 2002
New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
GPA 3.9
Experience
Multi-Grade Teacher, 2012 – Present
International School of Morocco, Casablanca, Morocco
- Taught multiple subjects in a variety of multiage settings (3rd/4th, 2nd/3rd, 4th/5th ), utilizing cooperative learning activities, differentiation and student centered projects
- Implemented British National Curriculum and AERO standards using the Backwards Design model and the PYP framework
- Designed and implemented PYP inquiry units
- Organized and oversaw MAP testing
- Completed all necessary record keeping, including standards based report cards
- Tutored students needed extra assistance in English Language
- Organized and oversaw student focused Movie Making Club
- Provided professional development to other teachers regarding utilization of technology in the classroom
- Provided peer mentoring to new teachers
- Presented at and attended ECIS Technology Conference in Feb 2012 (Topic: Using Technology to Create Community)
- Completed PYP Curriculum Model Course
Teacher Resource Designer, 2008 – Present
Online Development for http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Heidi-Raki
- Designed resources for teacher use, including self-correcting puzzles, games, learning centers, assessments, projects and internet scavenger hunts for sale online
- Marketed resources and provided tips and professional development to other teachers via the blog www.rakisradresources.com
- Presented at and attended Everything’s Intermediate Webinair (Topic: Helping ESL Students at the Intermediate Level)
First Grade Teacher, 2011 – 2012
American Academy of Casablanca, Casablanca, Morocco
- Taught multiple subjects to 1st Grade students, utilizing cooperative learning activities, differentiation and student centered projects
- Implemented Michigan State Standards using the Backwards Design model
- Tutored students needing extra assistance in English Language
- Organized and oversaw student focused Graphic Design Club
- Implemented Rubricon Curriculum Mapping
Computer Lab Specialist, 2009 – 2011
Harmony Leland Elementary, Mableton, GA, USA
- Taught technology skills to Kindergarten – 5th grade students
- Integrated writing, math and social studies into learning projects
- Implemented Georgia Performance Standards using the Backwards Design model
- Designed, organized and implemented professional development to the staff on technology skills, including, but not limited to Smart Board Notebook design
- Designed and implemented Parent Workshops on Technology
- Created and maintained email accounts for all students in 2nd – 5th grade
- Created and maintained glog accounts for all students in 1st and 2nd grade
- Organized and oversaw Technology Academic Club, student focused Blogging Club, and student focused Graphic Design Club
Lesson Plan Designer, 2007 - 2009
Cobb County Schools, Marietta, GA, USA
- Designed units including assessments, lessons and parent involvement newsletters for Social Studies Department, utilizing the Backwards Design model, to be posted to Cobb County website for county wide teacher use
3rd Grade Teacher, 2005 - 2009
Harmony Leland Elementary, Mableton, GA, USA
- Taught multiple subjects to 3rd Grade students, utilizing cooperative learning activities, differentiation and student centered projects
- Implemented Georgia Performance Standards using the Backwards Design model
- Tutored students needing extra assistance in Math
- Created and implemented Common Benchmark Assessments
- Quarterly Trainer for Cobb County 2004 – 2008
- Participated in Math Curriculum Adoption Committee 2006 and County Wide Math Collaboration Committee 2006
- Attended Technology Integration Conference 2007
Volunteer Work
Girl Scout Leader, 2001 – 2004
Kennesaw, GA, USA & Las Cruces, NM, USA
- Planned and organized badge projects and weekly meetings
- Planned and organized field trips
- Collaborated with assistant leaders and parents for cookie sales
Special Skills
- PYP Basic Training – Online Course
- Trained on Smart Board and IRespond and Beyond Question student response systems implementation
- Trained in the principles of Graphic Design
- Trained in the SIOP method for teaching English Language Learners
- Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite Programs: Word, Publisher, Excel, Power Point
- Experienced with the programs: KidPix, Kidspiration, Inspiration, The Graph Club, MS Paint, and Audacity
- Experienced with basic website design, blogging and glogging websites, and web quest creation
- Experienced with video design programs: Powtoon, Explain Everything, iMovie etc.
- Familiar with the implementation of the principles of Brain Based Teaching and Differentiated Instruction
- Familiar with Spanish, French and Arabic