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Shana Feldpausch

Nashville,TN

Summary

Passionate Literacy Coach with five years of supporting academic goal achievement in Literacy. Evaluates student literacy needs and implements individualized lesson plans. Well-versed in student needs assessment and data informed instruction.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Literacy Coach

Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
  • Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular team meetings focused on sharing best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized literacy plans for struggling students, resulting in improved reading levels.
  • Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
  • Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Analyzed student assessment data, providing insights for tailored instruction and support.
  • Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives that promoted student achievement across all subject areas.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with literacy research and best practices, ensuring continued growth as an educator.
  • Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
  • Designed and implemented PLC in the areas of reading and writing instruction.

MTSS Coach

Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021


  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations of instructional materials to ensure alignment with state standards and district goals.
  • Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
  • Strengthened instructional leadership skills among school administrators through targeted training sessions and ongoing support.
  • Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • Created customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific challenges identified within each department or grade level team.
  • Implemented evidence-based literacy strategies, resulting in improved reading comprehension and writing abilities among students.
  • Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.

Elementary Education Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2012 - 05.2019
  • Established a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and their families.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Improved parent-teacher communication through regular updates, conferences, and newsletters detailing student progress.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Completed professional development courses to stay current on best practices in elementary education, applying new techniques to improve teaching methods.
  • Assisted struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to increased confidence and improved academic performance.
  • Evaluated student performance regularly through assessments, providing timely feedback for continued improvement.
  • Contributed towards achieving school-wide goals by serving on committees focused on curriculum development, instructional technology integration, or other relevant topics within the field of elementary education.
  • Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.


Middle School ELA Teacher

Vanderburgh County School
08.2000 - 05.2010


  • Increased writing proficiency through targeted feedback and individualized instruction.
  • Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing diverse literature selections and engaging activities.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and sharing resources for instructional success.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.


Education

No Degree - ELL Endorsement

Trevecca University
12.2020

Masters of Education -

Indiana Wesleyan
Marion, Indiana
12.2009

Bachelor of Science -

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, Indiana
12.1999

Skills

  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Pedagogy
  • Collaborative Instructional planning
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Facilitation
  • Design and Implement Professional Development
  • Dialogical Coaching
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving Support
  • Effective Listener

Certification

My goal is to provide intensive, differentiated support to teachers so that they can implement proven practices. Through this support, I attempt to build each staff member’s capacity for growth to achieve the district’s mission and support student achievement within the larger Professional Learning Community.


Timeline

Literacy Coach

Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

MTSS Coach

Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021

Elementary Education Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2012 - 05.2019

Middle School ELA Teacher

Vanderburgh County School
08.2000 - 05.2010

No Degree - ELL Endorsement

Trevecca University

Masters of Education -

Indiana Wesleyan

Bachelor of Science -

University of Southern Indiana

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