Kelly Oakes
Shannon,Ms
Summary
Accomplished teaching professional with solid leadership approach and passion for student learning. Implements successful and diverse lessons to enhance instruction and engage student interest. Organized problem-solver skilled at approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student advancement. High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students and teachers excel.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
North Pontotoc Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Currently hold the role of Lead Teacher
- Attend all subject PLC’s, handle discipline, and coordinate academic and non-academic activities
- Work closely with the Bailey Ed representatives for the building
- Formally taught seventh and eighth grade E.L.A
- Implemented the reading and writing standards for both grades in my classroom
- Study data regularly and in turn model lessons around gaps in the data according to Case 21 Benchmark and i-Ready data
- Work with subject area teams to create lessons for all students
- Coordinator of an After School Tutorial program for all students
- Remediation, Tutorial, and Enrichment lessons are provided for students
- MTSS chair and meet with the team to implement Tier II and Tier III instruction for students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
- Created after-school program to enhance student involvement in school processes.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Middle School ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Nettleton School District
08.2014 - 07.2020
- Taught Eighth Grade Social Studies, during the 2014-2015 school year, and ELA in Fifth and Sixth grade during the 2015-2020 school years.
- Implemented reading and writing into the Social Studies Standards
- Went in depth with the history of Mississippi, along with World Geography
- Used differentiation for all students according to their levels in my classroom
- Completed cross curricular activities to implement both Standards across the classroom
- During the 2018-2019 year my students grew four points in an overall average in the writing scores from the previous year, bringing the average to eight out of twelve
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Sixth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Shannon Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Data was readily available and used to create lessons in the classroom.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other teachers.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Intervention Assistant
Lee County Schools
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Special Education Assistant
Lee County Schools
02.2011 - 05.2011
- Aided elementary school special education teachers in reinforcing efforts for children with various learning and behavioral needs.
- Developed professional relationships with school staff to contribute to strong learning community.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- In absence of regular teacher, took over to lead all classroom instruction and management.
Education
Ed.D in Administration and Supervision -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia05.2025
Masters of Science in Educational Leadership -
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR08.2017
Bachelor of Arts General Studies -
University of Mississippi
Oxford, Ms12.2012
Associates of Arts Secondary Education -
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, Ms12.2010
High School Diploma -
Tupelo High School
Tupelo, Ms05.2008
Skills
- After School Tutorial Coordinator
- MTSS Chair
- Building Leadership Team
- Effectively work with parents
- Problem Solving
- Motivating students
- Clear public speaking skills
- Curricula Development
- Teacher Training
- Student Assessment
Certification
Class AA Mississippi Teaching License in English, History, Special Education, and Non-practicing Administrator
Accomplishments
- Member of Kappa Delta Pi, Liberty Univerity Graduate Student Chapter
- Member of Phi Kappa Phi, Arkansas State University Graduate Student Chapter
Lesson Implementation
- Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of Tier II and Tier III interventions.
- Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of MCT2, Common Core Curriculum, and College and Career Readiness Standards.
Education Strategies
- Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory/perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
- Employed higher order thinking skills through MCT2, Common Core, and College and Career Readiness Standards.
- Increased rigor by scaffolding for all students.
- Studies data regularly to implement differentiated lessons to meet the needs of all students.
- Creates small cooperative learning groups based off of data received from Mastery Connect and CASE 21 Benchmarks.
- Familiarized with the Mississippi State Accountability Model and plans effective instruction based on direct data information.
- Worked with the Professional Growth System to implement strategies for teachers to grow professionally.
References
- Libby Young, Curriculum Coordinator, 5, 662-297-0480
- Jim Matthews, Current Supervisor, 5, 662-871-6328
- Cathering Moxley, Co-worker/Co-Doctoral Candidate, 8, 662-231-5213
Coaching Experience
- Cheerleader, 2004-2008, Tupelo High School, Two State Championships, placed seventh and tenth in the final rounds of the UCA National Championships in Disney World.
- Cheerleader, 2008-2009, Mississippi State
- Coach, 2006-2008, Amory All-Star Gym
- Junior High cheer coach, 2013-2014, Shannon Middle School
- Junior High Cheer coach, 2014-2017, Nettleton Junior High/ Assistant Coach for High School
- Middle School Cheer coach, 2021-2022, North Pontotoc Middle School
- High School Cheer coach, 2022-2024, North Pontotoc High School
Training
Intervention training for paraprofessionals Professional Developments, NISL Writers Workshops Trainings, Pearson Texas Writing Assessment Scorer (2023) Questar MAPP test question writing workshop (2020 & 2023) Questar MAPP Bias Review Workshop (2022) Engaging families, characteristics of effective partnership, and strategies to enhance home support for learning training, Mississippi Literacy Association conference, Leadership Academy (MDE, NEMC), Principal's Institute (PCSD), Grade Results
Community Service
- Member of Connect Church
- Team member to incorporate special needs students into sports and extracurriculars
- Organized community wide pep rally for Homecoming.
- Provide items for Talbot House in Tupelo, Ms
Timeline
Lead Teacher
North Pontotoc Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Middle School ELA and Social Studies Teacher
Nettleton School District
08.2014 - 07.2020
Sixth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Shannon Middle School
08.2013 - 05.2014
Intervention Assistant
Lee County Schools
07.2011 - 05.2013
Special Education Assistant
Lee County Schools
02.2011 - 05.2011
Ed.D in Administration and Supervision -
Liberty University
Masters of Science in Educational Leadership -
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Arts General Studies -
University of Mississippi
Associates of Arts Secondary Education -
Itawamba Community College
High School Diploma -
Tupelo High School
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