Lianne Shafer
Lovelock,NV
Summary
Proven educator with extensive experience across Humboldt & Pershing County School Districts, adept in student engagement and curriculum knowledge. Excelled in fostering academic success through positive reinforcement and multi-subject instruction, consistently sought after for trusted performance. Demonstrated ability to enhance learning for students with special needs, achieving notable student progress.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Humboldt & Pershing County School Districts
09.2012 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Instructional Assistant
Pershing County School District
01.2015 - 05.2024
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Music Teacher
Pershing County School District
09.2014 - 05.2017
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
Substitute Teacher
Winters School District
09.2009 - 05.2011
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Instructional Assistant/Student Teacher
Oakland Unifieds School District
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Implemented lesson plans under teacher of record's supervision
Instructional Assistant SPED/Autism
Alameda Unified School District
09.2002 - 05.2008
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Classical Musician/Music Teacher
Free Lance
09.1977 - 05.2004
- Expanded musical repertoire through exploration of diverse genres, styles, and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians.
- Played the classical string bass professionally with various orchestras and ensembles.
- Taught general music, cello and violin for young students.
Education
K-8 Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA09-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA09-2002
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Peralta Colleges
Alameda, CA05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-1979
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Curriculum knowledge
- Completed all course work and one semester student teaching before life circumstances interfered with completion No credential obtained
Languages
Dutch
Limited Working
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Pershing County School District
01.2015 - 05.2024
Music Teacher
Pershing County School District
09.2014 - 05.2017
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Humboldt & Pershing County School Districts
09.2012 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Winters School District
09.2009 - 05.2011
Instructional Assistant/Student Teacher
Oakland Unifieds School District
09.2008 - 05.2009
Instructional Assistant SPED/Autism
Alameda Unified School District
09.2002 - 05.2008
Classical Musician/Music Teacher
Free Lance
09.1977 - 05.2004
K-8 Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, East Bay
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Holy Names University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Peralta Colleges
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
San Francisco State University
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