Shirley Schrader
Rangeley Lakes Regional School
Rangeley,Maine
1
Certification
33
years of professional experience
Experienced educator skilled in curriculum design and collaborative teamwork. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that promote student growth and engagement, utilizing diverse assessment strategies to tailor instruction to individual needs.
Work History
Grade 1 Teacher, Gifted/Talented Teacher
32 Years 11 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to support student learning and collaboration.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and tailor instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and faculty to support individual student needs and academic goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies and materials.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
- Implemented project-based learning activities, encouraging critical thinking skills and fostering creativity among students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, conferences, and volunteer opportunities within the classroom.
- Organized class field trips that enriched the curriculum, allowing students to make connections between classroom content and real-world experiences.
- Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive a supportive a warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Instructed students in core subjects including math, science, technology, and history to build foundational knowledge.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to the next grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by the school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within the assigned grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Stimulated student curiosity to foster an environment conducive to effective learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
- Professional Development: Rise to Reading Program
- Student Teaching
- UMF in Farmington Classes on teaching Reading, Math, and Behavioral Strategies
Skills
Classroom organization
Parent-teacher communication
Project-based learning
Curriculum design
Special needs support
Collaborative learning
Child development
Student engagement
Instructional materials
Literacy development
Assessment strategies
Mathematics teaching
First aid training
Visual aids creation
Peer mentoring
Social-emotional learning
Problem-solving skills
Lesson planning
Activity planning
Positive reinforcement
Team collaboration
Individualized learning
Safety awareness
Relationship building
Collaborative teamwork
Oral communication
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Conflict resolution
Multitasking and organization
Materials sourcing
Student assessment
Elementary education
Organizational skills
Differentiated instruction
Play-based learning
Special education
Mathematics instruction
Interactive learning
Accomplishments
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Certification
- Certified Elementary Education Certification, Gifted and Talented teacher Certification., Rangeley Lakes Regional School - 1994- to Present[Timeframe]El
Timeline
Grade 1 Teacher, Gifted/Talented Teacher
Rangeley Lakes Regional School
09.1993 - CurrentRead More
Alvernia College
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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