Rachel Doughty Email & Phone Number

Greater San Diego Area

As a Private Tutor, I have had the opportunity to strengthen my teaching practices in one-on-one environments. Applying strong interpersonal skills, I have supported students from Kindergarten to the undergraduate level in reading, writing, and mathematics. To create personalized lesson plans for each student, I utilize assessment data and student interest to guide my instruction.

Poway, California, United States

Poway, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

During my second Clinical Practice assignment, I taught Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten students in face-to-face and virtual environments at Design 39 Campus. As a learner-centered lab school, Design 39 Campus is a highly innovative environment where design thinking, collaboration, and creativity are at the forefront. I had the opportunity to collaborate with the TK/K team daily, as we worked together to create engaging and meaningful curriculum for students during in-person and distance learning. During distance learning, I became focused on providing equitable instruction that supported the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) needs of my young learners. In response to these concerns, I created two original units of instruction that were made available to all TK and Kindergarten students at Design 39 Campus through live Zoom meetings. One unit I created focused on the the needs of wild animals. Students were invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to class each day, to provide emotional comfort during such unusual times. As we explored resources from San Diego Zoo Kids and Pebble Go, students were invited to choose any animal of interest to research during the week. Using materials found in their homes, students created signs to share three facts they discovered during independent research. At the end of the week, student shared their signs with peers during an exhibition before posting them around their neighborhood communities to share with others. In addition to live instruction through Zoom, I utilized Seesaw, Padlet, and Loom to communicate with students and families regularly.

San Diego, California, United States

During my first Clinical Practice assignment, I worked as a Teacher Candidate in a third grade classroom at Stone Ranch Elementary School. At Stone Ranch, I taught lesson plans in all subject areas. Throughout the fall semester, whether teaching art or mathematics, I focused on increasing the integration of hands-on activities and technology into my lessons. Asking students to collaborate in small groups, bringing real-world applications to mathematics, and utilizing Kahoot to make review days more fun, I sought to foster student engagement and deepen learning throughout my time at Stone Ranch. During this time, I also had the opportunity to work with a variety of team members and participate in IEP, 504, and initial IAT meetings.

San Marcos, California, United States

As part of the credential program, I had the opportunity to provide tutoring assistance to Kindergarten students at La Mirada Academy (LMA). As an International Baccalaureate (IB) institution, LMA implores students to engage with both their local and global community while learning in an environment that champions cultural awareness. I worked with students in one-on-one and group settings, while providing intervention support in both reading and mathematics.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

As a Teaching Assistant, I provided targeted writing support to undergraduate students taking Principles of Management at Westmont College. I was responsible for editing student essays, teaching writing mechanics, and supporting student development of effective business writing.

Santa Barbara, California Area

I was nominated to work in the Writing Center by one of my English professors. In preparation, I participated in a training course which focused on advanced grammatical knowledge, teaching methodology, and editing practices. I assisted students in all stages of the writing process, including editing, proofreading, fact-checking, brainstorming, and organization.

Santa Barbara, California Area

La Jolla, California

For two consecutive summers, I supported Southern California's top sales producer in Nordstrom's KidsWear Department. During the company's annual Anniversary Sale, I worked with top-tier clientele and gained excellent customer service skills.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Curriculum And Instruction

Multiple Subject Credential

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, English