Rachel Pedler
High School Science Teacher at McDowell High School- Claim this Profile
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Brandon Moore
Rachel was very easy to work with, diligent, and thorough. Always ready to help with any problem that occurred in the warehouse.
Brandon Moore
Rachel was very easy to work with, diligent, and thorough. Always ready to help with any problem that occurred in the warehouse.
Brandon Moore
Rachel was very easy to work with, diligent, and thorough. Always ready to help with any problem that occurred in the warehouse.
Brandon Moore
Rachel was very easy to work with, diligent, and thorough. Always ready to help with any problem that occurred in the warehouse.
Credentials
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Kenan Fellow (2023-2024 Cohort)
Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher LeadershipMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Adobe Creative Educator
AdobeAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Expert 2 - Beyond the Basics with Flipgrid
FlipgridAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Nearpod Certified Educator
NearpodJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Nearpod Distance Learning Expert
NearpodJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Wakelet Community Leader
WakeletJul, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator
MicrosoftJul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Creating Visual Learning Materials with Thinglink
ThingLink visual learning platform for schools and workplacesJul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Flipgrid Certified Educator 1 - Engage and Amplify with Flipgrid
FlipgridJul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Wakelet Community Member
WakeletJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Member
American Chemical SocietyAug, 1996- Nov, 2024 -
Google Certified Educator - Level 1
GoogleSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Google Certified Educator - Level 2
GoogleAug, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
North Carolina Middle Grades Science Teaching License
North Carolina Department of Public InstructionJul, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
CK-12 Certified Educator
CK-12 FoundationAug, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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McDowell High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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High School Science Teacher
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Jun 2022 - Present
Courses: Earth/Environmental Science Honors - Grade 9 Chemistry Honors - Grade 10 Biology - Grade 11 Club Facilitator - Chemistry Club (Chem Club) Courses: Earth/Environmental Science Honors - Grade 9 Chemistry Honors - Grade 10 Biology - Grade 11 Club Facilitator - Chemistry Club (Chem Club)
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East McDowell Middle School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Middle School Science Teacher
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Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
- Effectively teaching various branches of science to middle grades students (biology, physics, and earth/environmental science). - Implementing research-based lessons to maximize student learning. - Adjusting instructional needs based on collected student data. - Providing student STEM opportunities: Girls Excelling in Math and Science (GEMS) Club Facilitator and Science Olympiad Coach - regional and state-level competitions - Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator - Google Certified Educator (Levels 1 and 2) - Wakelet Community Leader - Adobe Creative Educator - CK-12 Certified Educator - Teacher leadership through: School Improvement Team membership 2018-2020 (grade level representative), Schools That Lead Networked Improvement (NIC) Team Teacher Leader 2018-2021, Beginning Teacher Mentor 2018-2020, Blended Learning Ambassador 2020-2021, and EdTech Teacher Leader Show less
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Baxter International Inc.
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Quality Associate II
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Apr 2008 - Sep 2010
- Responsible for daily quality operations within the Global Logistics Center (Storage, Handling, and Distribution of pharmaceuticals)- Ensured regulatory, safety, and quality compliance to applicable regulations and company quality policies.Assessed regulatory, safety, and quality risks in processes according to applicable regulations and company quality policies.- Developed and utilized routine applications of standard work tools.- Assisted in maintaining 6S standards in the work environment.- Functioned as an Internal Auditor and Certified Supplier Quality Auditor and interfaced with regulatory compliance auditors. - Functioned as a validation specialist for pharmaceutical product storage, handling, and distribution equipment, processes, and software.- Trained in principles of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.- Participated on Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt projects.- Utilized principles of Corrective and Preventive Action for exception and non-conformance resolution.- Responsible for analyzing and trending quality and operational performance data using Change Point Analysis (CPA) software and Minitab statistical software. - Participated in and lead Quality Improvement Teams, Value Stream Events, and Kaizens. - Provided quality support for inventory control, returned goods process, local customer complaint handling process, standard operating procedure change control process and employee training program.- Participated on the department Safety Team.- Proficient in the following software and office systems: Swisslog WareHouse Manager System (WMS), J.D. Edwards host inventory system, Trane Tracer Summit automated climate control, Minitab statistical program, Change Point Analysis (CPA) statistical program, Qwest global conferencing, MS Office Suite programs, Adobe Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, Internet, MS Outlook e-mail. Show less
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Quality Laboratory Associate III
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Jun 2000 - Apr 2008
- Held positions in the Quality Control Laboratory of increasing responsibilities from QLA I, QLA II, Lead Chemist, and QLA III- Responsible for analytical chemical testing of samples from all phases of pharmaceutical manufacturing: Research and Development, Raw Materials testing, Initial analysis, In-process analysis, and Final analysis- Responsible for various types of technical writing, including maintaining a daily laboratory notebook for all preparations and testing, SOP ownership, and Out-of-Limits investigations.- Lead Chemist position responsibilities included supervising first shift Initial analysis and In-process analysis chemists, ensuring timely release of samples, and meeting all project timelines- Responsible for instrument calibrations, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting- Instrument, chemical process, analytical method, and manufacturing equipment-cleaning validation Specialist- Certified Laboratory Trainer- Member of department Safety Team- Extensive experience with the following analytical techniques: HPLC, GFAA/FAA, UV/VIS, ICP, GC/MS and headspace analysis, NMR, IR, and various wet chemical analysis methods (separations, titrations, pH, specific rotation, etc.) - Proficient in the following software: StarLIMS Batch Laboratory Management System (LIMS), EMPOWER Waters Chromatography software (upgrade from Millennium 32 Waters Chromatography software), Agilent ChemStation Chromatography software, and POMS/Weigh Mix system (Baxter manufacturing “mixing” management system) Show less
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Education
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1996 - 2000
University of North Carolina at Asheville
Bachelor of Science - BS, Chemistry and Environmental Studies -
2015 - 2016
University of North Carolina at Asheville
Lateral Entry Teaching Licensure Program, NC Professional Educator's License Coursework
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