School Teacher
Resume:
RAQUEL CECILIA ALLEN
Riverdale, Georgia 30296
404-***-**** - Cell/Home
accvs8@r.postjobfree.com - E-mail
Ladies/Gentlemen:
I am writing to explore employment possibilities with your school system. The enclosed resume will provide
you with details concerning my education, skills, experience, and accomplishments.
As you will note, I am seeking a position as a Middle School Teacher that will utilize the extensive
experience that I gained during my ten years with the Dekalb County School System where I served as a
5th Grade Teacher, Gifted Students Teacher, Math Specialist, 2 nd Grade Teacher, and Kindergarten Teacher.
I also have experience as a 5 th Grade Teacher for the City of Atlanta School System and History Teacher
(Special Education Grades 9-11), Middle School English, Writing, & History Teacher for the Prince
George’s County, Maryland School System, and 6th Grade Teacher for the Washington, D.C. School System.
Recently, as a 5th Grade Teacher for Hawthorne Elementary in Atlanta, Georgia, I taught Science, Social
Studies, and Writing in a departmentalized classroom setting. I also served as the Sponsor of the Junior Beta
Club.
I have State of Georgia Grades P-5 (All Subjects) and State of Georgia Grades 4-8 (Language Arts and
Social Studies) Certifications.
You will see that I am an excellent communicator who is adaptable to a variety of people and situations
including students, parents, and school staffs where I can quickly identify and resolve problems. I also have
strong leadership abilities with exceptional instructional and motivational skills.
Should my qualifications be of interest, I would appreciate the opportunity of a personal interview at your
convenience. If you need additional information at the present time, I will gladly respond on request.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Raquel Cecilia Allen
Enclosure: resume
RAQUEL CECILIA ALLEN PRESENTATION OF QUALIFICATIONS
1210 Greenwood Lane 404-***-**** - Cell/Home
Riverdale, Georgia 30296 accvs8@r.postjobfree.com - E-mail
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
A responsible position as a Middle School Teacher that will utilize my education,
professional skills, extensive experience, and proven abilities.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Experience 10 successful years with the Dekalb County School System serving as a 5 th Grade
Teacher, Gifted Students Teacher, Math Specialist, 2nd Grade Teacher, and
Kindergarten Teacher.
1 year as a 5th Grade Teacher for the City of Atlanta School System.
3 years with the Prince George’s County, Maryland School System serving as a
History Teacher(Special Education Grades 9-11) and English & Writing Teacher.
4 years as a 6th Grade Teacher for the Washington, D.C. School System.
Education CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Major: Public Administration - Completed 32 credit hours 1990 to 1994.
Bachelor of Science in Education
MILES UNIVERSITY, Birmingham, Alabama
Major: Education (P-8)
Graduated: 1983
•Dean’s List (2 years)
•Who’s Who Among College and University Students - 1982 and 1983.
Certification State of Georgia Grades P-5 (All Subjects)
State of Georgia Grades 4-8 (Language Arts and Social Studies )
Computer Skills Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strengths Dedicated professional educator who gives “110%” to responsibilities...
Excellent communicator... Adaptable to a variety of people and situations including
students, parents, and school staffs... Quickly identify and resolve problems...
Strong leadership... Exceptional instructional and motivational skills...
Well organized... Know how to prioritize... Effective time management...
Career/Goal/Achievement oriented... Thrive on demanding daily challenges...
Highly motivated, dependable, stable, confident, and committed to the highest
of professional performance standards in the education field...
Associations Professional Association of GA Educators (P.A.G.E.) - National Reading Assoc. -
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Personal Willing to relocate - Willing to travel.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2002 to 2012 DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM, Decatur, Georgia
August, 2011 5th Grade Teacher
to May, 2012 HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Atlanta, Georgia
Taught Science, Social Studies, and Writing in a departmentalized classroom setting.
Served as the Sponsor of the Junior Beta Club. Students made Adequate Yearly
Progress (AYP) for the school year.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued)
DEKALB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM (continued)
October, 2004 5th Grade Teacher - 2nd Grade Teacher - Math Specialist (Grades K-5) - Gifted
to May, 2011 Students Teacher - Kindergarten Teacher - After School Tutorial Teacher.
WOODWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Atlanta, Georgia
Students made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for school years. Served as the
Sponsor of the Junior Beta Club. Oversaw the Student Talented and Rising Scholars
Program.
December, 2003 5th Grade Teacher
to May, 2004 COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Atlanta, Georgia
Students achieved the Writing and Social Studies Awards.
August, 2002 5th & 6th Grade Teacher
to May, 2003 GRESHAM PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Atlanta, Georgia
Taught all subjects to 5th Grade including English, Writing, and Social Studies.
Also served as a Tutorial Math Teacher for 6th Grade. Students received the highest
writing scores in Dekalb County during school year. Instituted the award winning
African American History Program. Served as the Junior Beta Club Sponsor.
August, 2001 5th Grade Teacher - Tull Waters Elementary School
to June, 2002 CITY OF ATLANTA SCHOOL SYSTEM, Atlanta, Georgia
Taught all 5th Grade subjects. Students received Achievement Awards in Math and
Social Studies.
1998 to 2001 PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM, Upper Marlboro, MD
2000 to 2001 History Teacher (Special Education - Grades 9-11)
FRIENDLY HIGH SCHOOL, Fort Washington, Maryland
Students made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for school year. Also served as the
Assistant Band Director.
1998 to 2000 English, Writing, and History Teacher - (Grades 7&8)
ROBERT GODDARD MIDDLE SCHOOL, Seabrook, Maryland
Students made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) and received county Writing
Awards. Also served as the Drill Team, Cheerleading, and Step Team Coach.
1994 to 1998 6th Grade Teacher - Walker-Jones Elementary School
WASHINGTON D.C. PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM, Washington, D.C.
Taught all subjects. Served as Grade Level Chair and Drill Team Coach.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
April, 1984 Intelligence Division
to Nov., 1994 UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland
•N.A.T.O. Top Secret and Secret Security Clearances.
•Honors/Awards: Air Force Intelligence Achievement Medal - Tops In Blue
Performer - Good Conduct Medal (4) - Expeditionary Medal -
Defense Overseas Service Medal - Airman of the Month Award.
•Military Honor Guard at Randolph Air Force Base. Received Commandant
Award and Distinguished Graduate Award.
May, 1978 Administrative Specialist
to April, 1984 UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE, Anniston, Alabama
RAQUEL CECILIA ALLEN
1210 Greenwood Lane
Riverdale, Georgia 30296
404-***-**** - Cell/Home
accvs8@r.postjobfree.com - E-mail
REFERENCES
Jean Cunningham
Teacher
Montclair Elementary School
Atlanta, Georgia
Pamela Maxwell
Teacher/Specialist
Columbia Elementary School
Atlanta, Georgia
Vicki Collins
Teacher/Specialist
Atlanta Learning Center
Atlanta, Georgia
Subrena Glenn, Ph.D.
Counselor
Hawthorne Elementary School
Atlanta, Georgia
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