SHANNON CHAFFIN
TALLAPOOSA,GA
Summary
To teach and differentiate special needs children in a positive learning environment.
Special education professional prepared to bring high standards and results-oriented approach to new role. Possesses valuable experience in creating inclusive educational settings and tailoring instruction to meet diverse needs. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring consistent progress and positive outcomes. Proficient in behavior management and differentiated instruction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
TEMPLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Temple, GA
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Teach Special Needs Students, Temple Elementary School
- Inclusion and Resource Classrooms
- GO IEP, Kahoot
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
- Accelerated Reader
- Assisting with school clubs: Golden Pearls
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
Special Education Teacher
YOUNGS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Cedartown, GA
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Teach Special Needs Students, Youngs Grove Elementary School
- Inclusion and Resource Classrooms
- GO IEP, Kahoot
- Accelerated Reader
- Assist in all Schoolwide Productions- including school-community - Musical Productions
- Known for always participating, cleaning up after, and assisting in all school extra-curricular activities
Special Education Teacher
TALLAPOOSA PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tallapoosa, GA
07.2000 - 05.2023
- Teach Special Needs Students, Tallapoosa Primary School
- Lead teacher for Special Ed Department
- Inclusion and Resource Classrooms
- GO IEP, Kahoot
- Accelerated Reader
- Assist in all Schoolwide Productions- including school-community Follies and community meals
- Known for always participating, cleaning up after, and assisting in all school extra-curricular activities
Social Worker
BUCHANAN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Buchanan, GA
03.1994 - 05.2000
- Social Worker for Pre-Kindergarten Pilot Program
- Assisted teachers and parents
- Organized meetings and ceremonies
- Lead Parent Informative Meeting
- Lead parent conferences
- Assist and guide parents to better home life situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-1993
Speical Education - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12-1998
Master of Science - Early Childhood
Piedmont University
Demorest, GA12-2012
Skills
- Working with Special Education and General Ed in all classroom settings
- Data Collection
- GO IEP Experience
- Team Player
- Outgoing Personality
- Assessment strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Literacy strategies
- Elementary education
- Social skills development
- Small group instruction
- Student support
Certification
- Certified Teacher - 1994 to - Present
See attached Georgia Teacher Certificate
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
TEMPLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2025 - 05.2026
Special Education Teacher
YOUNGS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2023 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
TALLAPOOSA PRIMARY SCHOOL
07.2000 - 05.2023
Social Worker
BUCHANAN PRIMARY SCHOOL
03.1994 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jacksonville State University
Speical Education - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Early Childhood
Piedmont University