Seth Shafer
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Lancaster City Schools, adept at differentiated instruction and classroom management. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson plans and strong parental communication, fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to promoting social-emotional learning and academic growth for on-going differentiated learners.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 3
Lancaster City Schools
05.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, standards-based lesson plans aligned with Ohio Learning Standards to support student mastery in core subjects such as reading, math, science, and social studies.
- Utilized formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjust instruction, and ensure academic growth for diverse learners, including those with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Created a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes student well-being, social-emotional learning, and respectful behavior through classroom management strategies and SEL practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues, support staff, and families to develop individualized learning strategies and foster strong school-home partnerships that support student success.
Teacher, Grade 1
Lancaster City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
Educational Assistant
Lancaster City Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Led targeted small group intervention sessions in reading and math to support students identified as below grade level, using research-based strategies aligned with Ohio Learning Standards.
- Collaborated closely with classroom teachers and intervention specialists to identify student needs, group students strategically, and adapt instruction based on progress monitoring data.
- Implemented progress monitoring tools and informal assessments to track student growth, adjust instruction, and report findings to instructional teams.
- Created a supportive, structured environment during intervention times to promote student confidence, engagement, and consistent academic improvement.
Warehouse Manager
ProLine Electric Inc.
06.2006 - 07.2014
- Managed warehouse inventory by tracking electrical supplies, organizing materials, and ensuring stock levels met project needs for commercial, industrial, and residential job sites.
- Performed deep cleaning and reorganization of warehouse and storage areas to maintain safety standards, improve efficiency, and support OSHA compliance.
- Coordinated timely pickup and delivery of materials to active job sites, ensuring crews had the necessary tools and supplies to meet construction deadlines.
- Demonstrated reliability and adaptability over eight consecutive summers, growing from basic support tasks to independently handling logistics and supply coordination.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2027
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2015
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction – Tailoring lessons and activities to meet the diverse academic and developmental needs of individual students
- Classroom Management – Establishing and maintaining a structured, respectful, and engaging classroom environment
- Early Literacy Instruction – Teaching foundational reading skills including phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
- Foundational Math Instruction – Delivering lessons on number sense, operations, and problem-solving using hands-on and visual methods
- Behavioral Intervention – Implementing positive behavior supports and interventions aligned with school-wide expectations and student needs
- Progress Monitoring – Using formative assessments and observational data to track student learning and guide instructional decisions
- Parental Communication – Maintaining consistent, professional communication with families to support student progress and behavior
- Curriculum Implementation – Delivering district-adopted curriculum aligned with state standards and instructional best practices
- Collaboration with Colleagues – Working with grade-level teams, intervention specialists, and support staff to ensure student success
- Technology Integration – Incorporating digital tools and learning platforms to enhance instruction and student engagement
- Social-Emotional Support – Promoting emotional regulation, empathy, and peer relationships through daily interactions and structured activities
- Time and Task Management – Balancing instructional duties, lesson planning, grading, and classroom organization efficiently each day
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 3
Lancaster City Schools
05.2025 - Current
Teacher, Grade 1
Lancaster City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2025
Educational Assistant
Lancaster City Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
Warehouse Manager
ProLine Electric Inc.
06.2006 - 07.2014
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
The Ohio State University
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