Shannon Grage
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic educator and program director with a proven track record of doubling participant numbers annually at Elkhorn Athletic Association. Specializes in curriculum planning and social skills development, excelling in creating engaging environments and fostering positive relationships with parents. Demonstrated success in behavior management and innovative strategy implementation, significantly enhancing learning outcomes and organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Dream Spirit Cheerleading LLC
07.2024 - Current
- Founded my own cheerleading business
- Designed and taught curriculum for all aspects of cheerleading while keeping high safety standards
- Developed and implemented targeted digital strategy to improve business performance.
- Established targets for social media platforms to reflect business objectives.
Cheerleading Director
Elkhorn Athletic Association
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Created the cheerleading program and doubled its participants each year
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Same as above
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Toddler Room Assistant
Rosewood Academy
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05.2017
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Social Skills Development
- Parent Communication
- Behavior management techniques
Timeline
Owner
Dream Spirit Cheerleading LLC
07.2024 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
06.2021 - 06.2023
Cheerleading Director
Elkhorn Athletic Association
01.2021 - 07.2024
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2021
Toddler Room Assistant
Rosewood Academy
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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