Open To Work
Shannon Ryon
Summary
Results-oriented educator with a proven record in data-driven instruction, classroom management, and relationship building. Committed to fostering an engaging learning environment that enhances student participation and achievement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth, Texas
08.1998 - 08.2026
- Achieved 90% passing rate for senior English students on Texas College Board, demonstrating effective instruction and student preparation.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Integrated hands-on activities into lessons to increase engagement levels.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Integrated technology tools to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through tests, projects, and daily assignments.
- Managed after-school debate club meetings, enhancing students' critical thinking and public speaking skills through structured activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents to discuss student progress and behaviors, fostering a supportive home-school connection.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Theatre
New York University
New York, NY08-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-1996
Associate of Arts - Commercial Acting
KD Studios Actor's Conservatory
Dallas, TX01-1996
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Excellent classroom management
- Data-driven instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Literacy development
- Learning strategies
- ESL- english as second language
- Visual aids utilization
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Clear public speaking skills
- Mentorship and coaching
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Growth mindset
Languages
Spanish
Limited
American Sign Language
Limited
Affiliations
- UIL Debate, Poetry, Prose, Speaking Events
- Reading
- Fencing
- Swimmimg
- "The Onion" magazine & website
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$1/yr - $10000/yrTimeline
Teacher
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.1998 - 08.2026
Master of Arts - Educational Theatre
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of North Texas
Associate of Arts - Commercial Acting
KD Studios Actor's Conservatory