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Hi, I’m

Shannon Lea Schwartz

Estero,FL

Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated professional with extensive experience. Solid team player with an outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing client rapport. Motivated to maintain stakeholder satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed, and process optimization. Articulate, energetic, and results-oriented with an exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships, and growing businesses.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Collier County Public Schools

Secondary Classroom Teacher

08.2021 - Current

Job overview

Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents, and senior staff.
Created study guides, research materials, and syllabi for students.
Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
Utilized organized, systematic, and technical approaches to teaching concepts.
Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.

Palm Beach County School District

Cyber Security Educator

11.2020 - 06.2021

Job overview

Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in the classroom to enhance the learning experience.
Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Choose materials and develop lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.
Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners using strategies like peer-assisted learning and group work.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Prepared quizzes, tests, and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

Lee County School District

English and Language Arts Educator

08.2019 - 11.2020

Job overview

Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information.
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Assisted in the development of college and career readiness programs.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.

Palm Beach County School District

English as a Second Language Teacher

04.2017 - 06.2018

Job overview

Educated students in the basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Gave one-on-one attention to each student while focusing on the entire group overall.
Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, and reading comprehension.
Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum, and ESL activities.
Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
Administered language proficiency tests and awarded highest-scoring students.
Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create a culturally sensitive learning environment.
Personalized instruction based on individual students' needs, interests, and capabilities.
Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding using audio-visual equipment and other technology.
Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.

Palm Beach County School District

Performance Management Specialist

10.2015 - 04.2017

Job overview

Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
Identified, analyzed, and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
Utilized data visualization tools to communicate business insights effectively.
Participated in requirements meetings to understand business needs.
Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within the area of responsibility.
Produced training manuals, presentations, and resources for enhanced learning.
Worked with central management to identify, plan, align, and address training needs.
Extracted and interpreted data patterns to translate findings into actionable outcomes.
Documented effective and replicable methods for extracting data and organizing data sources.
Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in a visually appealing format.
Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.
Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
Assisted in analyzing and assessing organizational, department, and individual training and development needs.
Utilized cross-training techniques to boost productivity and develop each team member's skills.
Developed training handbooks, computer tutorials, and reference materials.
Traveled to client locations to conduct training classes.
Developed training curricula and recommended programs that met instructional goals and objectives.
Scheduled and coordinated training sessions, including booking facilities and arranging catering.
Assisted users in accessing databases, troubleshooting malfunctions, and removing system-based barriers to task completion.
Collaborated with multi-functional roles to communicate and align development efforts.
Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout the training process.
Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives.
Facilitated virtual, in-person, and blended learning sessions.
Utilized a variety of instructional design methodologies to create compelling learning experiences.
Developed lesson plans, instructional materials, and written practice tests for Performance Matters and Educational Data Warehouse training courses.

Palm Beach County School District

Learning Team Facilitator

08.2013 - 02.2015

Job overview

Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Established and maintained quality control standards.
Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
Conducted needs assessments to identify performance gaps and develop targeted learning solutions.
Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
Developed lesson plans, instructional materials, and written practice tests for new standards and ALL content area training courses.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Provided assistance to faculty and staff by teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and issuing transcripts.

Palm Beach County School District

English Teacher

08.2009 - 06.2013

Job overview

Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.

Education

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Master of Science from Cybersecurity & Intelligence

06.2016

Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL

Master of Arts from Education Administration

06.2010

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Bachelor of Arts from English Literature

12.2004

Skills

Process Improvement
Process Mapping
Report Writing
Gap Analysis
Technical Writing
Small Scale Project Management

Reporting Tools
Analytical Problem Solving
Report Preparation
Information Governance
Procedure Documentation
Developing Security Plans

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