Shannon Means
Teacher
Bella Vista,AR
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of middle school and high school ELA content. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, social, and learning skills. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Arkansas Arts Academy High
Rogers, AR
07.2022 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Planned and implemented Curriculum Content
- Established Instructional Design
- Influenced PLC (Professional Learning Community) Curriculum
- Sponsor of Freshman Class, Arkansas Arts Academy High School
- Sponsor of LGBTQ+ Ally Student Groups at two Campuses
- AP Literature Certified and Endorsed
- Pre AP English 9 and 10 Instructor
- Honors English 9 Instructor
- University of Arkansas Instructor
- Northwest Technical Institute Adult Education Instructor
- Google Suites, Google Classroom
- Meta Facebook Content Creator
- Blog/ "The Article" Newsletter Writer/Contributor Arkansas Arts Academy High school
- Business Content Writer
- Social Platform Content Writer
- Grade Book Data Entry
- Google Classroom
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom
Content Creator
Self Employed Writer
Bella Vista, AR
01.2008 - Current
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories daily.
- Developed original content using social listening and independent sources for two separate businesses of former spouses.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing daily on Meta, Facebook, Instagram.
- Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
- Created content with SEO keywords drawn from Google Analytics.
- Crafted dynamic content marketing pieces for broad client base to drive consumer awareness of brands and increased sales 100%.
- Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior and media habits.
- Conducted online research to obtain relevant information and materials.
- Wrote quality content for clients, enabling site visitors to quickly obtain information.
- Generated stories to reflect current trends and news to pull audience into website.
- Implemented strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels.
- Organized collected information to produce well-written articles.
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.
- Utilized digital publishing platforms to prepare well-structured drafts.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Studied and commented on current news and trends.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Wrote fiction or nonfiction prose such as short stories, novels or biographies as well as advertising material for use in promoting sale of goods and services.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
- Developed original content using social listening and independent sources
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing
- Develop original content through social listening and independent sources
- Created content with SEO keywords drawn from Google Analytics for a construction/contractor's website.
- Created a logo and chose color schemes
- Created original artwork and photography
- Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior and media habits
- Crafted dynamic content marketing pieces for broad client base to drive consumer awareness of brands
- Created content with SEO keywords drawn from Google Analytics
- Analyzed conversion and bounce rates to measure success of content
- Wrote quality content for clients, enabling site visitors to quickly obtain information
- Conducted online research to obtain relevant information and materials
- Generated stories to reflect current trends and news to pull audience into website
- Organized collected information to produce well-written articles
- Implemented strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels
- Utilized digital publishing platforms to prepare well-structured drafts
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership
- Presented clients with unique copy options based on overall marketing objectives
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials
- Created content for websites and online publications
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency
- Played instrumental role in creative planning and review sessions, working with resourceful team to elevate quality of content and designs
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents
- Researched and wrote news stories, articles and reviews for online publications
- Wrote advertising material for use by publication, broadcast or internet media to promote sale of goods and services
- Wrote fiction or nonfiction prose such as short stories, novels or biographies as well as advertising material for use in promoting sale of goods and services
- Built, established and maintained relationships with sources
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors
- Collaborated with illustrators and photographers to enhance content
- Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms
- Prepared and submitted professional proposals to select publishers to outline works, promotional skills and literary experience
- Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors
- Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission
- Studied and commented on current news and trends
- Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement
- Coordinated with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles
- Created dynamic graphics and pieces to increase website and social media traffic
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories
English Teacher
Eureka Springs High School
Eureka Springs, AR
08.2014 - 07.2022
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways for over 100 students per year.
- Prepared and implemented 100 plus lesson plans monthly covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assessed student progress weekly and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Developed innovative lesson plans daily 180 per year to engage students in English language learning.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Provided grades and progress reports quarterly to evaluate student learning needs.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Presented guest lectures at conferences and other events.
- Developed online resources to supplement traditional course materials.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings weekly to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with literature trends.
- Delivered lectures on literary topics to community groups.
- Engaged in departmental committees to develop and review policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams weekly.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
- Tutored students struggling with course material daily.
- Assisted with student organization events to promote student engagement.
- Incorporated current events into lesson plans to promote student engagement.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Facilitated group discussions to explore works of literature.
- Led classroom discussions to encourage students to analyze literature critically.
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams.
- Tutored students struggling with course material.
English Teacher
Springdale High School
Springdale, AR
07.2003 - 07.2014
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues weekly.
- Assessed student progress daily and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- 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.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Provided grades and progress reports to evaluate student learning needs.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Developed online resources to supplement traditional course materials.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with literature trends.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Assisted with student organization events to promote student engagement.
- Incorporated current events into lesson plans to promote student engagement.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Facilitated group discussions to explore works of literature.
- Led classroom discussions to encourage students to analyze literature critically.
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams weekly in 180 day school year.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City 03.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR 01.1979 - 05.1983
Skills
Student-centered learning
Classroom management
Student records management
Group and individual instruction
Middle school education
Adult Education
DIBELS knowledge
Inquiry-based learning
ESL- English as Second Language
Secondary education
SMART Board aptitude
Differentiated instruction
Curriculum Development
Standardized Testing
Social-Emotional Learning training
Lesson Planning
Timeline
Teacher
Arkansas Arts Academy High
07.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
03.2018 - 03.2020
English Teacher
Eureka Springs High School
08.2014 - 07.2022
Content Creator
Self Employed Writer
01.2008 - Current
English Teacher
Springdale High School
07.2003 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
01.1979 - 05.1983