Lance Lane
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Responsible Educator certified in Arizona and Mississippi to teach Social Studies, English, and Reading. Dedicated Teacher offering 24 years of experience in education. Background includes working with Grades 6 to 12 students in English Language Arts, Social Studies and Reading Intervention. Goal-driven and proactive educator. Learns and integrates new technologies and teaching strategies as part of leadership and classroom management.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Harrison County Schools
Gulfport, MS
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and diverse learning styles.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student participation and critical thinking.
- Facilitated collaborative group projects to foster teamwork and communication skills among students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create individualized support plans for students with diverse needs.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Evaluated student performance using district-wide standardized tests as well as formative assessments designed specifically for social studies content knowledge.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Preparatory School
Shonto, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, assessments, and report cards for administrative purposes.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on best practices in middle school education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, fostering a comprehensive understanding of social studies topics.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation from all learners.
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Preparatory School
Shonto, AZ
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- PLC Leader for Middle School and High School Language Arts.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
Middle School Social Studies
Shonto Preparatory School
Shonto, AZ
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Social Studies teacher for Grades 7-8. Subject areas: US/Arizona History, and Civics/Economics
- PLC Leader for Middle School and High School Language Arts.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Prep Tech High School
Shonto, AZ
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Subject areas included World History, US/Arizona History, and Civics/Economics.
- Sophomore Class Sponsor
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
Middle School Reading Coach/District Instructional Coach
Shonto Preparatory School
Shonto
07.2007 - 01.2016
- Administrator and trainer using AIMSWEB testing for the Middle School.
- Provided Instructional training using "Teach for Success" (West Ed.) and training for implementation of the Reading Program for grades 5 - 8. (SRA Corrective Reading).
- Coordinated team meetings for grade level teams and subject area teams relating to interpreting data and translating it into data driven practices for classroom instruction.
MS Language Arts Teacher
Pinon Accelerated Middle School
Pinon, AZ
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Casa Grande Middle School
Casa Grande, AZ
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Established and maintained standards of appropriate student behavior and discipline to achieve functional learning atmosphere in classroom.
- Cultivated and maintained open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social and behavioral progress.
- Planned and implemented program of study that met individual needs, interests and abilities of students and complied with state department of education standards.
Middle School/High School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Prep Tech High School
Shonto, AZ
08.1998 - 06.2004
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Subject areas included World History, US/Arizona History, and Civics/Economics.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Reading Teacher Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZMaster of Science - Social Science Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL06.1998
Bachelor of Science - International Affairs
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL06.1996
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL06.1994
Skills
- Reading Specialist K12 (AZ)
- Teach for Success (WestEd) Coaching and Training
- Step-up to Writing Program Implementation
- Instructional Coaching of Staff based on WestED Coach for Success Program
- Socratic Seminar Training and Implementation
- Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Instruction (Schoology and Google Classroom
- Blended Learning (Schoology, Google Classroom)
- LETRS Training (Reading Instruction)
- Key Comprehension Routine
Certification
- Social Studies Teacher - Arizona and Mississippi (7-12)
- English Teacher - Arizona and Mississippi (7-12)
- Reading Specialist - Arizona (K-12)
- Reading Teacher - Mississippi (K-12)
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Harrison County Schools
07.2025 - Current
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Preparatory School
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Preparatory School
08.2020 - 05.2023
Middle School Social Studies
Shonto Preparatory School
08.2018 - 06.2020
High School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Prep Tech High School
01.2016 - 06.2018
Middle School Reading Coach/District Instructional Coach
Shonto Preparatory School
07.2007 - 01.2016
MS Language Arts Teacher
Pinon Accelerated Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2007
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Casa Grande Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2005
Middle School/High School Social Studies Teacher
Shonto Prep Tech High School
08.1998 - 06.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Reading Teacher Education
Northern Arizona University
Master of Science - Social Science Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - International Affairs
Florida State University
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
Florida State University
References
Marlita Haviland (Previous Supervisor)
Shonto Preparatory School
PO Box 7427
Shonto, AZ. 86054
Phone: 928-206-9184
Email: mchaviland@yahoo.com
Cheryl Grass (Shonto Prep Tech High School Principal)
Shonto Preparatory School
East Hwy 160 & 98
Shonto, AZ. 86054
Phone: 928-672-3500 Ext 2001
Email: cgrass@shontoprep.org
Gwen Todacheene (Previous Supervisor)
PO Box 967
Kayenta, Az 86033
Phone: 928-679-5134
Email: isaacinc2@yahoo.com