Shannon Robertson
Roswell,Georgia
Summary
Experienced and passionate educator with a proven track record of success in various leadership roles, including Assistant Principal, Instructional Support Specialist, and Gifted Specialist, seeks the Supervisor of Advanced Learning position within Cherokee County School District. Dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where teachers feel empowered to implement best practices and ignite a love of learning in every student. Expertise in curriculum development, instructional coaching, and data-driven decision making to drive student growth and achievement. Committed to building strong relationships with teachers, students, and parents to create a thriving learning community. Eager to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to the Cherokee County School District.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Chalker Elementary School
07.2021 - Current
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
School Leadership Intern
Chalker Elementary School
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Served on various committees to address curriculum development, safety initiatives, and other key areas of focus within the school setting.
- Assisted in developing and implementing school improvement plans for increased student achievement.
- Shadowed experienced administrators to gain insights into effective leadership strategies and enhance my professional growth.
- Facilitated communication between staff, parents, and students to address concerns and promote a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced school leadership by participating in various administrative tasks and decision-making processes.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, coaching, and feedback sessions, contributing to their ongoing success as educators.
- Maintained a visible presence throughout the school, engaging with students, staff, and parents to build trust and promote a positive learning environment.
- Organized and executed school-wide events, fostering a positive school culture and community engagement.
Building Leadership Team Lead, Specialist Team
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Responsibilities include leading Professional Learning Community in the development of unit design and common assessments, representing the specialist team at monthly meetings, communicating pertinent information from administration to the specialists in a timely manner, Growth Mindset professional learning group member, Policy Leadership Committee member, currently completing MIE certification
Lead Gifted Specialist
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Responsibilities include training teachers on gifted characteristics and best practices, training teachers to complete gifted rating scales, coordinator for the administration of gifted eligibility assessments during three specific testing windows, gifted records organization and upkeep, local school contact for all gifted inquiries, FTE paperwork completion and submission to the Advanced Learning Department, Talent Development Program Coordinator, Collaborative Planning Specialist
Teacher
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Teacher, third grade, School Council Representative, Building Leadership Team Representative, Cobb County Standards Based Report Card Revisions Committee Member, Cobb County Student Learning Objective Writing Committee, trained in Daily Five and Daily CAFÉ, Trained in the Six Traits of Writing
Education
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
Kennesaw State University
07.2019
Bachelor of Science Degree - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
12.2010
Gifted Endorsed -
Cobb County
06.2014
Coaching Endorsement -
Reading Endorsement -
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Restorative Practices
- Discipline management
- Multitasking ability
- Organizational Leadership
Leadership Experience
- Assistant Principal, Chalker Elementary – Cobb County School District, 07/01/19, Present
- Lead Gifted Specialist, Timber Ridge Elementary, 08/01/14, 07/01/19
- Building Leadership Team Lead, Specialist Team, Timber Ridge Elementary, 08/01/15, 07/01/19
- Student Council Sponsor, Timber Ridge Elementary, 08/01/11, 05/01/17
- Building Leadership Team Lead, Third Grade Team, Timber Ridge Elementary, 08/01/12, 05/01/14
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Chalker Elementary School
07.2021 - Current
School Leadership Intern
Chalker Elementary School
07.2019 - 07.2021
Building Leadership Team Lead, Specialist Team
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2015 - 07.2019
Lead Gifted Specialist
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2014 - 07.2019
Teacher
Timber Ridge Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Gifted Endorsed -
Cobb County
Coaching Endorsement -
Reading Endorsement -
Master’s Degree - Educational Leadership
Kennesaw State University
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