Shannon Lawson
Peachtree City,GA
Summary
Successful English Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary English Teacher- Grade Level Chair
KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools
East Point, GA
01.2023 - Current
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
Teacher Leader
Clayton County Public Schools
Forest Park, GA
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Mentor Teacher that has worked with multiple first-year teachers in order to support them in teacher development in areas of curriculum planning, organizational skills, Data inquiry, and time management. .
- SST Chair that is responsible for providing school-based interventions, providing supportive consultations, crisis prevention and intervention in order to develop and support tracking safety plans as required.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Piloted and executed digital Senior Portfolios to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards while teaching during the pandemic.
Remediation Specialist/Middle School ELA Teacher
Centennial Academy
Atlanta Public Charter School
Atlanta, GA
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Assisted administration and teachers in implementing the school’s reading program while frequently consulting classroom teachers on matters relating to reading instruction by using the program monitoring instrument as a base.
- Promoted interest in reading and provided tier 2 and 3 interventions in order to strengthen reading skills of students reading below grade level.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
ELA Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Instructed ELA across multiple grade levels with diverse student populations
- Designed exams that mirrored the state test vocabulary and terminology while using the test data to differentiate in the classroom based on exam scores.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
ELA Teacher
Jackson Public School District
Jackson, MS
08.2011 - 03.2015
- Instructed 10th, 11th and 12th grade English.
- Adapted curriculum and instruction for students with special needs, including several IEP students, as well as advanced placement students.
- Facilitated and trained students for state test exams, resulting in 45% increase in proficient scores for inclusion students and 27% increase in proficient scores overall.
Education
Specialist of Education - Reading Teacher Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ArkansasSpecialist of Education - Educational Leadership/ Principal Licensure
Arkansas State University
State University, ARMaster of Science - Education Theory And Practice
Arkansas State University
State University, ARBachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
Rust College
Holly Springs, MS05-2011
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Digital Literacy
- Student Records Management
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Lesson Planning
- Google Docs
- Group Leadership
- Special Education
- Instructional Strategies
- Social Emotional Learning Training
- Student Achievement
Certification
Tier II Leadership License Level 6
English (7-12) Level 5 Certificate
- Gifted Certification
Timeline
Secondary English Teacher- Grade Level Chair
KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools
01.2023 - Current
Teacher Leader
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2019 - 07.2022
Remediation Specialist/Middle School ELA Teacher
Centennial Academy
Atlanta Public Charter School
06.2017 - 08.2019
ELA Teacher
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
03.2015 - 05.2017
ELA Teacher
Jackson Public School District
08.2011 - 03.2015
Specialist of Education - Reading Teacher Education
Arkansas State University
Specialist of Education - Educational Leadership/ Principal Licensure
Arkansas State University
Master of Science - Education Theory And Practice
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
Rust College
Tier II Leadership License Level 6
English (7-12) Level 5 Certificate
- Gifted Certification
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