Shannon Bell
Rustburg,VA
Summary
Accomplished teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Yellow Branch Elementary
Rustburg, VA
08.2004 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Transitional First Grade Teacher
Brookneal Elementary
Brookneal , VA
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Kindergarten Teacher
J. L. Hurt Elementary School
Hurt, VA
08.1996 - 06.2002
1st Grade Teacher
Gretna Elementary School
Gretna, VA
01.1994 - 06.1996
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Averett University
Danville, VA08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Averett University
Danville, VA12.1994
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Standardized tests
- Team collaboration
- Behavioral improvements
- Time management
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology integration
Additional Information
Voted Teacher of the Year 2008 by my coworkers and students.
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Yellow Branch Elementary
08.2004 - Current
Transitional First Grade Teacher
Brookneal Elementary
08.2002 - 06.2004
Kindergarten Teacher
J. L. Hurt Elementary School
08.1996 - 06.2002
1st Grade Teacher
Gretna Elementary School
01.1994 - 06.1996
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Averett University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Averett University
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