Helen Shellman
Camas,WA
Summary
Certified secondary teacher in life sciences. Applying to teach science and math at Camas Connect Academy in CSD. Eighteen years experience instructing students of various ages in music theory, expression, and piano performance. Four years experience teaching seminary to high school students, both in a classroom setting and virtually using Zoom and Canvas.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Camas School District
09.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Piano Teacher
Shellman Piano Studio
10.2010 - Current
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and prepared assignments.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Engaged students in discussions on musical selection and composer histories.
- Shared love for music and learning with students.
Teaching High School Seminary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
09.2018 - 08.2022
- Prepared instructional material, displays, lectures and activities.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Arranged and organized classroom desks, chairs and supplies.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding.
- Led class discussions
- Kept records of attendance, reading and test scores.
- Communicated with students and parents to assist students to meet class expectations.
Volunteer, Arts Program
Woodburn Elementary
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Provided instruction to elementary students K-5, training and helping them to complete art projects
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
- Attended training preparatory to leading art projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Teacher Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT08.1997
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Providing Feedback
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Camas School District
09.2022 - Current
Teaching High School Seminary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
09.2018 - 08.2022
Volunteer, Arts Program
Woodburn Elementary
10.2016 - 03.2020
Piano Teacher
Shellman Piano Studio
10.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology Teacher Education
Brigham Young University
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