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Shannon Stone

Madison,Mississippi

Summary

Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Teacher

Madison County Schools
Ridgeland, MS
2007 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Kindergarten Teacher

Desoto County Schools
Horn Lake, MS
2003 - 2007
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.

Kindergarten Teacher

Madison County Schools
Ridgeland, MS
2000 - 2003
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

Fifth Grade Teacher

Rankin County Schools
Florence, MS
1998 - 2000
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Kindergarten Teacher

Oak Hill Academy
West Point, MS
1997 - 1998
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12.1996

Skills

  • Proficient in [Software]
  • Materials Sourcing
  • Standardized Tests
  • Lesson Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Professional Development
  • Student Assessment
  • Field Trip Organization
  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Reading Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Phonics Instruction
  • Field Trip Coordination
  • Parental Communication
  • Patience and Persistence
  • Zoom
  • Class Management
  • Elementary Education
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Growth Mindset
  • Behavior Management
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Time Management
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Special Needs Support
  • Individualized Instruction

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

Madison County Schools
2007 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Desoto County Schools
2003 - 2007

Kindergarten Teacher

Madison County Schools
2000 - 2003

Fifth Grade Teacher

Rankin County Schools
1998 - 2000

Kindergarten Teacher

Oak Hill Academy
1997 - 1998

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Mississippi State University

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