Jill Shelton
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Motivated professional offering Education Degrees in Curriculum and Instruction. Adds value to any organization needing great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Excellent organizational, observational, and decision-making abilities. Caring designer with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating differentiated classrooms. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Evaluator & Consultant
Self-employeed
Blacksburg, VA
05.2021 - Current
- Conducted learning needs assessments and implemented tailored strategies to address them.
- Organized professional development workshops for educators on differentiated instruction, classroom management, cultural diversity and assessment techniques.
- Provided guidance to parents regarding post-secondary education options, including college and university selection criteria.
- Reviewed relevant data including grades, attendance records, and standardized test scores to track student progress.
- Prepared evaluation result reports for school boards and superintendents.
- Attended conferences on current education policy and practice.
- Increased student learning through the definition and articulation of learning outcomes and the analysis of performance metrics and measurements.
- Provided subject matter expertise for curriculum design, selection and purchasing.
- Evaluated course performance to identify areas requiring enhancement.
- Applied diverse learning modalities to facilitate improved knowledge retention.
Teacher
Maple Leaf Christian Academy
01.2005 - Current
- Developed and executed lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives.
- Evaluated student performance using a variety of assessments such as tests and quizzes.
- Provided customized instruction to cater to diverse student needs.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Promoted the development of critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies in students.
- Ensured a safe and organized learning environment for diverse student population.
- Fostered positive parent relationships to facilitate discussions on student development and welfare.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Participated in professional development workshops for teaching methods and curriculum changes.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Addressed specific needs of English Language Learners with customized resources.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Curriculum Developer
AIW-Camp
Remote
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed evaluation tools such as rubrics and grading guidelines.
- Implemented strategies facilitating differentiated instruction in the classroom.
- Collaborated in the development of digital learning resources for students.
- Analyzed existing curricula for enhancing effectiveness
- Developed strategies for supporting teachers in implementing new curriculum.
- Researched state educational guidelines to develop new curriculum.
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to enhance comprehension.
- Partnered with school administrators to assess course needs and establish curriculum frameworks.
- Served as an expert in curriculum design, selection, and purchasing.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum & Instruction With Eng. Lang. Dev.
Concordia University
Portland, OR01-2015
Master of Science - Education, Vocational & Technical W/Special Needs
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-1995
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Criminal Justice
Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA05-1995
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction, Educational Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Management
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teaching students
- Student Needs Assessments
- Content Development
- School curriculum evaluation
- Standardized test evaluation
- K-12 education
- Assessment Strategies
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
- Curriculum Design
- Workshop leadership
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
- Summa cu laude
- USAF Veteran
Affiliations
- Food Canning enthusiast
- Short-term Missions
- Womens Bible Study Leader
Certification
- National Honorary Professional Graduate Society
- Certified Tester, Bob Jones University
Timeline
Educational Evaluator & Consultant
Self-employeed
05.2021 - Current
Curriculum Developer
AIW-Camp
01.2021 - 02.2022
Teacher
Maple Leaf Christian Academy
01.2005 - Current
Master of Arts - Curriculum & Instruction With Eng. Lang. Dev.
Concordia University
Master of Science - Education, Vocational & Technical W/Special Needs
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Criminal Justice
Ferrum College
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction, Educational Psychology
Liberty University