Cassidi Shorter
Oak Point,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated and adaptable education professional with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong leadership qualities, proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
AVID Coordinator
Jasper High School
Plano, TX
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Led instructional methods and creation of content for the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program.
- Facilitated professional learning sessions for educators related to instructional strategies for college and career readiness.
- Created fundraising strategies to generate a budget for the AVID program.
- Prepared reports summarizing program data from areas such as retention, recruitment, and accreditation.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Head Cheerleading Coach
Plano ISD- Plano West Athletics
Plano, TX
08.2022 - 11.2024
- Designed new organization guidelines and internal operations for the consolidation of three athletic programs.
- Worked collaboratively with athletic coordinators, administrators, and coaching staff across three separate campuses.
- Organized training camps and workshops to support team initiatives.
- Managed program budget to satisfy financial responsibilities.
English Teacher
Jasper High School
Plano, TX
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
Middle School English Interventionist
Ted Polk Middle School
Carrollton, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated workshops on topics such as conflict resolution, self-advocacy, and goal setting for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Worked with educators to outline educational intervention plans, establish goals and develop progress benchmarks.
- Advocated for student rights and needs within an educational setting, via our interventionist committee, MTSS (Multi-Tiered Support System).
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to best practices for working with at-risk youth.
- Assisted with crisis management when needed.
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Mary Lillard Intermediate School
Mansfield, TX
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Designed digital multi-media modes of distance learning as necessary due to COVID-19 crisis
- Developed and implemented engaging, standards-based curricula for 5th grade English Language Arts classes.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners in reading comprehension, grammar, and writing composition.
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
David Daniels Elementary Academy of Math & Science
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with other teachers to design interdisciplinary projects that combined language arts skills with other subject areas.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum by utilizing online resources for teaching materials and assignments.
- Prepared reporting of student educational demographics for district-wide analytics meetings
- Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.
Education
M.Ed - Teaching
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-2017
Skills
- Strong Verbal & Written Communication Skills
- Bilingual- Spanish
- Professional Development
- Instructional Design
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Curriculum Management
- Distance Learning Management
- Federal Compliance
- Community Outreach
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD Education Foundation Grant Winner
- Plano ISD Education Foundation Extern for Boeing Global Services
- CTE Teacher of Year Nominee Finalist
Timeline
AVID Coordinator
Jasper High School
08.2024 - 11.2024
Head Cheerleading Coach
Plano ISD- Plano West Athletics
08.2022 - 11.2024
English Teacher
Jasper High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Middle School English Interventionist
Ted Polk Middle School
08.2021 - 05.2022
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Mary Lillard Intermediate School
08.2020 - 05.2021
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
David Daniels Elementary Academy of Math & Science
08.2019 - 05.2020
M.Ed - Teaching
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Harding University
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