1. RachelJ.Vidd
5120 Eastover Road Lyndhurst, Ohio 44124 * rachelhandy18@gmail.com * 440-666-2921
Areas of Expertise Include:
 Curriculum and Instruction
 Special Education
 Differentiation
 Whole Child Education
 Parental Communication
 Student Assessments
 Cooperative Learning
 Lifelong Learning
 Secondary Education
 Social Studies and Literacy
Education and Credentials
MA; Education: Curriculum and Instruction - Ashland University, Warrensville, Ohio 2013
Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist - Notre Dame College, South Euclid, Ohio 2012
BA; Education: Integrated Social Studies - Notre Dame College, South Euclid, Ohio 2006
Teaching Experience
Solon High School Academic Resource Center Instructor 2014 – Present
 Collaborate with school counselors, psychologists, classroom teachers, parents, and administrators
regarding student needs, academic history, and current progress.
 Identify individual student needs and create personalized academic goals to improve skill and
content area deficits.
 Plan and execute daily tasks and activities to strengthen skill deficits and create healthy academic
habits.
 Collect data and monitor progress using various assessment and curricular tools.
 Organize and manage student work samples, academic records, and data.
Beaumont School Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist 2013 - 2014
 Design, develop, and implement appropriate instructional and academic support programs to meet
educational needs of all students.
 Liaised with academic staff and other teachers to enhance effectiveness of student accommodations
in the classroom.
 Select and utilize appropriate instructional methods, resources, and evaluation techniques for
secondary students.
 Efficiently organize and evaluate student records and special education reports in compliance with
district and Ohio Department of Education standards.
 Participate and consult on student psychological evaluations.
Lake Erie Preparatory School Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist 2012 - 2013
 Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of
instructional techniques and technologies.
 Planned and conducted small group and inclusion instruction for a balanced program of instruction,
demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and
investigate.
 Established and enforced rules for behavior and policies and procedures using positive
reinforcement to maintain order among the students for whom they are responsible.

2. RachelJ.Vidd
5120 Eastover Road Lyndhurst, Ohio 44124 * rachelhandy18@gmail.com * 440-666-2921
 Conferred with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to
develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social
development.
 Maintained organized, accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on children and
activities, as required by IDEA, district policies, and administrative regulations.
 Administered Alternative Assessments
Sylvan Learning Center Assistant to Program Manager/Center Director and Tutor 2010 – 2012
 Developed and implemented individual student learning plans with the use of possible individual
education plans as well as Ohio State Content standards.
 Met and communicated with guardians of students in regards to questions, needs and development of
students
 Delivered diagnostic testing to ensure proper placement of each student and analyzed test results to
determine proper program placement
 Accountable for administrative duties such as record keeping, database updating, filing, light typing,
phone calls, and copying
 Taught students on a 1:5 ratio in Academic Reading, Study Skills, and Test Preparation
Gilmour Academy 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher 2007 - 2010
 Instituted differentiated and student-centered instruction by incorporating various teaching methods
that included: cooperative learning, discussions, simulations, graphic organizers, and interdisciplinary
activities.
 Checked for comprehension by using learning targets, various daily formative and summative
assessments to inform instruction, and ensure student learning and success.
 Used results from formative assessments to guide and differentiate lessons.
 Utilized technology by creating original WebQuests, PowerPoint Presentations, SMARTBoard lessons,
and Adobe Movie Maker projects to further student’s understanding of course material and to foster
technical skills.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Solon High School 2014-Present
ACT Test Administrator
Achievement Gap Focus Group
Beaumont School 2013-2014
English Summer School Teacher
Missionand Heritage Group
Admissions Committee
Lake Erie Preparatory School 2012-2013
Special Education Department Chair
Gilmour Academy 2007-2010
Head Middle School Volleyball Coach
Assistant Middle School Fast Pitch Coach
Co-Advisor Middle School Student Council

3. RachelJ.Vidd
5120 Eastover Road Lyndhurst, Ohio 44124 * rachelhandy18@gmail.com * 440-666-2921
Choreographer for Middle School Drama Productions