Maria Rach
@mariarach
Inspirational educational leader passionate about empowering educators.
What I'm looking for
As an educational leader, I am dedicated to empowering educators and fostering inclusive learning environments. My experience as a Program Support Coordinator has equipped me with the skills to break down complex tasks into actionable steps, ensuring that staff understand their roles and achieve success. I am committed to advocating for historically marginalized students while ensuring compliance with educational policies and best practices.
Throughout my career, I have led initiatives that drive collaboration and student-centered outcomes. Notably, I led the Disproportionality Task Force, where we conducted root cause analysis to improve services for 42% of students. My focus on professional development has resulted in improved IEP compliance and the implementation of effective systems that support both educators and students.
With a Master of Science in Conflict Resolution and a strong background in special education, I am passionate about creating positive school climates and fostering a sense of belonging for all students. I believe in the power of strong relationships and continuous growth, and I am eager to contribute my expertise to a forward-thinking educational institution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Program Support Coordinator
Oregon School District
Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
As a Program Support Coordinator, I empower educators and foster inclusive learning environments. I address service provisions for IEP needs, assist with professional development, and ensure compliance with educational policies. My role involves building strong relationships and supporting student-centered outcomes.
Administrative Intern
Oregon School District
Jul 2020 - Jun 2023 (2 years 11 months)
In my role as an Administrative Intern, I assisted with daily operations, coached staff, and developed professional development programs. I led a team in root cause analysis to improve services for students and ensured IEP compliance.
SEL Leadership Coach
Verona Area School District
May 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 1 month)
As a Social Emotional Learning Leadership Coach, I led a team to create a positive school climate, developed data collection systems, and provided professional learning opportunities to enhance tier 1 practices.
Special Education Teacher
Verona Area School District
Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)
As a Special Education Teacher, I delivered differentiated instruction to neurodiverse students, managed IEPs, and fostered strong student engagement. I collaborated with teams to make core curriculum accessible.
Multi Age Classroom Teacher
Verona Area School District
Aug 2016 - Jan 2019 (2 years 5 months)
In my role as a Multi Age Classroom Teacher, I fostered a nurturing environment, established communication with families, and promoted hands-on learning activities to build self-esteem and life skills in students.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Master of Science, Conflict Resolution
2020 - 2020
Completed a Master of Science in Conflict Resolution with a focus on leadership and social justice, equipping me with essential skills to manage conflicts and promote equity in educational settings.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education and Special Education
2016 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education, providing a strong foundation in teaching methodologies and inclusive education practices.
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