Shaneika Haughton
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Professional educator with a proven track record in secondary education leadership. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and staff coordination. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Post-Secondary Coordinator
YouthBuild Philly Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2025 - Current
- Supervise and coach a team of 6 postsecondary advisors supporting 200+ students annually in college, career, and workforce pathways
- Oversee development and completion of 240+ individualized postsecondary plans, ensuring alignment with graduation requirements and career goals
- Designed and implemented data tracking systems to monitor credit accumulation, graduation readiness, and postsecondary placement outcomes
- Increased student engagement in postsecondary planning workshops by an estimated 25% through targeted programming and outreach
- Built and maintained partnerships with 15+ colleges, workforce programs, unions, and employers to expand access to career pathways
- Facilitate workshops on FAFSA, college applications, career readiness, and workforce development
12th Grade Social Justice Teacher
YouthBuild Philly Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered culturally responsive instruction to 80+ seniors, integrating college and career readiness into the curriculum
- Designed project-based learning experiences that increased student participation and completion rates by an estimated 20%
- Collaborated with student support teams to improve outcomes for IEP and multilingual learners, contributing to improved course completion
- Led service-learning partnerships connecting students with community-based organizations
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
7th-8th Grade History Teacher
Mastery Charter, Grover Cleveland Campus
Philadelphia, PA
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Used student performance data to inform instruction and drive measurable growth in student understanding
- Collaborated with leadership and grade teams to align curriculum and strengthen academic outcomes
- Designed and implemented standards-aligned, inclusive lesson plans to support diverse learners
- Cultivated family engagement through consistent communication and progress monitoring (5+ families weekly)
African American History Teacher
Motivation High School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of American history concepts.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles in classroom settings of 30 students.
Elementary School Teacher (Fifth Grade)
Dr. Tanner G. Duckery Elementary
Philadelphia, PA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Designed differentiated instruction for 26 diverse learners, including students with disabilities and ELLs
- Supported school-wide initiatives and family engagement events, strengthening school-community relationships
Special Education Teacher
Oxon Hill Elementary School
Prince George's County, MD
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented IEPs for 10 students with diverse learning needs, improving academic progress and engagement
- Led parent conferences and coordinated support services to align academic and behavioral goals
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
District of Columbia
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Implemented and monitored safety measures in high-risk environments, safeguarding the well-being of over 150 inmates.
- Provided counseling and conflict resolution support, de-escalating complex situations
Intern - Truancy Prevention
Office of the District Attorney
Philadelphia, PA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Supported the development of cross-system truancy intervention strategies impacting multiple agencies
- Contributed to policy recommendations and case management improvements
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA01-2027
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA01-2022
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Boston, MA01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lincoln University
Lincoln, PA01-2011
Skills
- Oversight of postsecondary initiatives
- Workforce transition planning
- Data tracking
- Team leadership
- Graduation & Credit Monitoring
- Student Success Systems
- Strategic partnership development
- Family collaboration
- Program Implementation
- Instructional leadership
Affiliations
Alpha Nu Sigma Honor Society, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
Timeline
Post-Secondary Coordinator
YouthBuild Philly Charter School
01.2025 - Current
12th Grade Social Justice Teacher
YouthBuild Philly Charter School
01.2024 - 01.2025
7th-8th Grade History Teacher
Mastery Charter, Grover Cleveland Campus
01.2023 - 06.2024
African American History Teacher
Motivation High School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Elementary School Teacher (Fifth Grade)
Dr. Tanner G. Duckery Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2022
Special Education Teacher
Oxon Hill Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
01.2013 - 01.2019
Intern - Truancy Prevention
Office of the District Attorney
01.2011 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Saint Joseph's University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Lincoln University
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Saint Joseph's University
Additional Training
- Crisis Intervention
- Child Advocacy
- Peer Mediation
- Public Health Education (CDC)