Shannon Sligar
Lawrenceville,Georgia
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in lesson planning and student assessment. Developed engaging, personalized learning experiences across mathematics, science, and language arts. Improved academic performance through innovative teaching strategies and positive reinforcement, fostering student confidence and a love for learning. Committed to differentiated instruction and enhancing engagement for diverse student populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
Grade Potential Tutoring
Lawrenceville, GA
09.2021 - Current
- Developed customized lesson plans that addressed diverse student learning styles to enhance engagement and comprehension.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions across various subjects and grade levels to support individual academic growth.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of curriculum changes and educational practices to provide current and effective tutoring.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to align with students' varying needs and interests, fostering a more effective learning environment.
- Tutored students ranging from age 3 to 5th grade.
Georgia PreK Lead Teacher
Multiple
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing diverse teaching strategies to foster individual student growth.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse student groups, enhancing learning across subjects.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Created detailed reports analyzing student performance data through the Work Sampling Online (WSO) system to inform instructional decisions.
- Developed evaluation tools such as matrices and rubrics to evaluate student progress.
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
Lawrenceville, Georgia
08.2011 - 05.2017
- Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and other professionals to establish and align individualized goals, enhancing student outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data to inform IEP reviews and support individualized learning.
- Conducted assessments of students' academic levels and monitored their progress.
- Organized learning activities that promoted physical, mental and social development of preschoolers with developmental delays.
- Planned creative lesson plans that incorporated differentiated instruction techniques.
- Observed and evaluated student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health to tailor interventions and ensure holistic development.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Modeled rule-following and kind behavior, employing behavior modification or positive reinforcement.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA05-2010
Skills
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Student records management
- Creative lesson planning
- Schedule creation and maintenance
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate #795586
Timeline
Tutor
Grade Potential Tutoring
09.2021 - Current
Georgia PreK Lead Teacher
Multiple
08.2017 - 08.2020
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Mercer University