Emily Shelton
York,ME
Summary
Academics and Social Emotional Skills Coach and Special Education Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style. Heavy focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Completed 11 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic and Social Emotional Learning Coach
KaiPod LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Build community through meaningful enrichments- i.e.- science, math, art, creative writing and world culture lessons
- Coach homeschool and online learners aged 8 to 17 in academics and social emotional skills
- Engage in marketing efforts to increase student enrollment
- Develop and implement performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
- Learn new skills and apply to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
- Use Canva, Microsoft, spreadsheets and other software tools to create documents and other communications
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Pendergast Elementary School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Self-Contained Special Education Teacher for students with intellectual disabilities
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, recorded student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Organized Special Olympics in Phoenix
- Collaborated with team using interdisciplinary curriculum-N2Y Unique Learning-and Culturally Responsive Teaching techniques
- Taught activities of daily living
- Facilitated roles of assistants to aid in reinforcement of learning
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
Special Education Middle School Math Teacher
Harlem Hebrew Language Academy Charter School
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Taught Middle School Mathematics and Science with Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) model
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans
- Wrote individualized education plans (IEPs) and held IEP meetings with professional team
- Incorporated technology related lessons to promote critical thinking skills
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Youth Staff Member
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Worked with multicultural group of global colleagues
- Led activities-based program for youth on cruise ships
- Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 3 to 17 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills
International Elementary Teacher
Colegio Hebreo Maguen David
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments for English Language Learners
- Evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Mentor Exhibition Project
Colegio Hebreo Maguen David
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to students.
- Applied technology and interdisciplinary teaching using design laboratory and Makers Space.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between students to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Third Grade International Teacher
Colegio Alberto Einstein International School
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Planned and implemented challenging curriculum for third graders in International Baccalaureate Program (IB) and Primary Years Program (PYP)
- Incorporated inquiry-based learning with holistic language approach using English language
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared 50 Ecuadorian students to be lifelong learners and focused on development as inquirers to become knowledgeable, independent and caring citizens.
Special Education Teacher
Gallaher Elementary School
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led IEP meetings
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Volunteer English Teacher
Shazar Elementary School, Kiryat Giordano
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Taught over 100 elementary-aged students English in underserved schools on Mediterranean coast of Israel.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Volunteered at Sea Scouts Netanya by making creative and informal English lessons for Youth-At-Risk high school students to help instill confidence and self-esteem.
English Teacher
NeungGok Elementary School
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Co-taught Middle School English with fellow Korean English teacher
- Led stimulating and diverse group activities to engage over 200 students in authentic English conversation
- Led English speaking class for Korean adult colleagues
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education
Hebrew School Teacher
Temple Beth El
09.2008 - 01.2010
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school years.
- Deepened student understanding of Hebrew Language necessary for personal and academic growth
- Used community engagement with student families to make learning more meaningful and engaging.
- Created study guides, research materials, and syllabi for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education K-12
University of Delaware
Newark05.2010
Skills
- Special Education, Developmental Disabilities and Autism
- Mathematics
- Academic Advisement
- Community Engagement
- Curriculum Development
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Individualized Support
- Online Learning Platforms
Additional Information
- Willing to work remotely or relocate.
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Academic and Social Emotional Learning Coach
KaiPod LLC
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Pendergast Elementary School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
Special Education Middle School Math Teacher
Harlem Hebrew Language Academy Charter School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Youth Staff Member
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
08.2016 - 05.2018
Mentor Exhibition Project
Colegio Hebreo Maguen David
11.2015 - 05.2016
International Elementary Teacher
Colegio Hebreo Maguen David
08.2015 - 06.2016
Third Grade International Teacher
Colegio Alberto Einstein International School
08.2013 - 07.2015
Special Education Teacher
Gallaher Elementary School
09.2012 - 06.2013
Volunteer English Teacher
Shazar Elementary School, Kiryat Giordano
09.2011 - 06.2012
English Teacher
NeungGok Elementary School
09.2010 - 09.2011
Hebrew School Teacher
Temple Beth El
09.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education K-12
University of Delaware
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