Gail Shemwell
Vancleave,MS
Summary
Skilled and organized individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, parents and support staff.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Tutor
Singing River Academy
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Boosted student confidence by providing constructive feedback and personalized learning strategies.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve overall understanding of material.
- Addressed individual learning needs through tailored lesson plans, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits, leading to better time management and organization skills.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and relatable scenarios in tutoring sessions.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting tutoring strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Prepared test-takers for standardized exams by offering test-taking strategies and conducting focused review sessions on key topics.
High School Special Education Teacher
Vancleave High School
08.1988 - 06.2018
- Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans, broadening student understanding of various subjects.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
- Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And English 8-12
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL07.1988
Skills
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting and Tracking
- Collaborative Mindset
- Motivational Techniques
- Organizational skills
- Individualized instruction techniques
- Ability to simplify complex concepts
- In-depth knowledge of learning styles
Accomplishments
National Board Certified Teacher
Allen R Barton Award for Excellence in Teaching
Master Teacher Award
Lead Teacher
For 20 Years I served as Lead Teacher, for the Special Education department at my high school, creating Professional Development and overseeing all IEPs written to ensure components were addressed and met.
Timeline
Educational Tutor
Singing River Academy
09.2018 - 01.2023
High School Special Education Teacher
Vancleave High School
08.1988 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Education
William Carey University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And English 8-12
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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