Archana Rajappa
Milton
Summary
Experienced educator prepared for this role with strong focus on fostering collaborative and results-driven classroom environment. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring reliable support for both students and colleagues. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement, with passion for inspiring young learners.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Ocee Elementary
01.2021 - Current
- Teacher of the Year 2023-24
- Dedicated, patient, and goal-driven with a solid commitment to the social, emotional, and academic growth and development of every student.
- PLC lead: Collaborated with PLC to plan, standards-based whole group and small group instruction and assessments.
- Used formal and informal assessments and a solid understanding of GA standards to drive instruction and set individualized goals.
- Promoted active learning through hands-on activities, student autonomy, collaborative learning, and student discourse.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving the overall classroom performance.
- Boosted confidence in mathematical concepts by incorporating hands- on activities and real world applications.
- Used strong communication skills to build positive relationships with students, families, PLC community, and administration.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing classroom management techniques and effective teaching strategies.
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Woodside Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2021
- PLC Lead: Collaborated with grade level team, special education teacher(s), reading and math specialists, to plan instruction and promote student engagement.
- Aptitude to remain flexible ensuring developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
- Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Earned positive feedback from parents and administration regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Actively served on a variety of school committees and task forces focused on curriculum development.
- Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance.
- Improved student performance through research based instruction and interventions.
Long Term Sub (KG)
Woodside Elementary
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, reducing disruptions and maintaining focus on learning objectives.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to plan instruction.
- Monitored and assessed student progress on a regular basis to adjust instruction as needed.
Substitute Teacher
Hamilton School District
09.2007 - 12.2007
- Frequently requested as a substitute by other teachers based on past referrals and trust.
- Developed a strong rapport with students, staff, and administration.
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership
Concordia University
Mequon, WI05-2025
Post- Baccalaureate - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI05-2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Osmania University
01.1994
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Mentor
- Classroom management
- Math Coalition
- Organizational skills
- Assessment Review (FCS Assessments)
- Individualized instruction
- Strong remedial instructional strategies (Math)
Recommendation
LaTosha Gray, Principal, Ocee Elementary, 470-254-2960
Recognitions
Teacher of the Year, 2023-24, Ocee Elementary, Fulton County Schools, GA
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Ocee Elementary
01.2021 - Current
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Woodside Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2021
Long Term Sub (KG)
Woodside Elementary
01.2008 - 06.2008
Substitute Teacher
Hamilton School District
09.2007 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Osmania University
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership
Concordia University
Post- Baccalaureate - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin
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