Rachael Shepard-Ohta

Rachael (she/her) is a passionate elementary education specialist who strongly believes in cultivating strengths of the whole child.

She creates holistic, individualized plans to ensure emotional and social well-being as well as academic progress for every student.

Rachael is a strong collaborator who excels in fostering positive and productive relationships with all members of supportive school teams including parents, teachers, administration, and the community.

Education

• Master’s Degree, Education, University of St. Joseph, 2011-2013
  
• Bachelor’s Degree, Special Education and Teaching, Salve Regina University, 2007-2011
  
• Mercy High School, Middletown CT, 2003-2007

Work experience

• Education Specialist, Neil Cummins School, 2013 to present
  
• Special Education Teacher, Brewster Elementary School, 2013