1. RACHAEL CHAFFEE
rchaffee9@gmail.com • +971-050-870-0294
31st and Muroor Street • Abu Dhabi
Skype: rnchaffee
EDUCATION
Walden University February 2015
Masterof Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, GPA 4.0
State University of New York at Cortland May 2007
Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education
Graduate Cum Laude
New York State Initial Teacher Certification,Grades Kg–6
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teacher, Grades 3-6 Abu Dhabi, UAE August 2011 – Present
Abu Dhabi Education Council
Taught grades 3-6 using New School Model curriculum, promoting bilingual education through combined
resources from the UK, New Zealand, and Australia
Mentored and supported newteachers with lesson planning, classroom management, and best practices
Spearheaded district-wide professional development
Served as grade level chair (2013-present)
Maintained exceptional student performance records over time
Developed and delivered substantialquarterly training programs for staff members
Coordinated meetings with current department and served as main liaison between administration and staff
Teacher, Grades Kindergarten-5, Hapeville, GA, US August 2007 – June 2011
Fulton County Schools
Taught grades Kingergarten-5 while incorporating Common Core curriculum
Launched Writing Camp to increase writing proficiency among students and encourage creative expression
Coordinated team meetings to analyze data and develop effective writing and editing techniques among all
students
Oversaw increased percentage of students passing state writing assessments in 2009-2010
VOLUNTEER WORK
English Tutor (placed in various Nepalese orphanages) Spring 2013
The Umbrella Foundation Nepal (various locations)
English tutor (instructed classes for adults with addictions, disease) Spring 2013
Maximo Nivel Costa Rica
Assistant Director (fundraising events, volunteer management, website design) Fall 2014-Summer 2014
Our Village Abu Dhabi, UAE
PROFESSIONAL HONORS & ACTIVITIES
Teacher of the Year Award 2011-2012 Hapeville, GA, US
Fulton County Schools May 2012
Professional Development Organizer/Workshop Facilitator Abu Dhabi, UAE
Various Schoolsin Abu Dhabi February 2012-Present
Presented workshops focusing on various topics,including Four Square Writing, Kagan Strategies, Interactive
Student Notebook, and Classroom Management Strategies

2. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Professional Development (twice weekly), Mariam Bint Omran School – Abu Dhabi, 2011-Present
Trainings focused on some of the following: Information and Communications Technology (ICT): Curriculum
Integration, Photo Story, Communicating Plans, ICT: E-Safety, Using Feedback to Improve Practice
English as a Second Language (ESOL) Conference – Atlanta, GA, US, 2010
International Reading Conference – Chicago, IL, US, 2010
Greg Tang’s Creative Smarts Math Training – Atlanta, GA, US, 2010
Writing Workshop: Focus on Six Traits of Writing – Atlanta, GA, US, 2009
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Interpersonal – Experience and proficiency working with individuals and groups from different cultural and socio-
economic backgrounds.
Project & Time Management – Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects while maintaining self-direction
and organizational excellence.
Computer Programs – Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Internet Web Learning Resources, SMART
Boards, and Enterprise Student Information System (data entry)
Problem Solving – Creative problem solving skills to address complex issues individually and in a collaborative
setting.