Shantell Ray
Harvey,LA
Summary
Patient, bilingual and dedicated English as a Second Language Teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environment. Experienced working with people from wide array of cultural backgrounds to achieve results. Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teach difficult lessons.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
Community Academies Of New Orleans
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum, resulting in improved student performance.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed for optimal success.
Special Education Teacher
Inspirenola Charter Schools
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced students communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
High School English Teacher
Einstein Charter Schools
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through proactive strategies such as setting clear expectations and consequences for misconduct while also reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, providing tailored support for individual student needs and objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering critical thinking and connections between subjects.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in committee work and collaborating with other departments on school-wide initiatives.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly, resulting in improved performance.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Junior Film Programmer
Askew Student Life Center
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Attend weekly film committee meetings and take notes
- Assist Sr. Film Programmer with tasks
- Nominate films to potentially be screened in our theater
- Push for diversity and inclusion in our nomination lists and meetings
Marketing Intern
Center For Leadership And Social Change
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas that led to innovative marketing initiatives.
- Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.
- Scheduled social media postings to advertise products and generate site traffic.
- Collaborated with team members to help expand marketing channels.
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate
Office Depot Inc
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Forever 21
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
In Store Employee
Papa John's
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Played a crucial role in achieving quarterly targets through diligent work ethic, result-driven task completion, and proactive problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations during peak hours and special events.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ensuring their needs were met while maintaining company sales goals and inventory levels.
- Supported inventory management efforts by accurately counting stock items and updating records as needed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the cash register.
- Assisted with visual merchandising tasks, creating eye-catching displays that attracted customer attention and boosted sales.
Branch & Lobby Services Intern
Educational Federal Credit Union
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Complete financial transactions for members
- Solve any issues members may have
- Complete applications to open savings and checking accounts
- Represent the company brand in a positive way and perform community outreach
Student Intern
Educational Federal Credit Union
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Promote SFEFCU around the high school campus
- Open student accounts
- Balance the cash drawer each day
Education
Master of Arts - English
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA07.2026
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04.2021
High School Diploma -
G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School
Miami, FL06.2018
Skills
- Compassion
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Certified in PowerPoint, Word, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
- Customer Service
- Fluent in Spanish
- Cultural Sensitivity
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
Community Academies Of New Orleans
06.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Inspirenola Charter Schools
06.2022 - 05.2023
High School English Teacher
Einstein Charter Schools
06.2021 - 05.2022
Junior Film Programmer
Askew Student Life Center
08.2020 - 04.2021
Marketing Intern
Center For Leadership And Social Change
08.2019 - 04.2021
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate
Office Depot Inc
07.2019 - 08.2019
Seasonal Sales Associate
Forever 21
05.2019 - 07.2019
Branch & Lobby Services Intern
Educational Federal Credit Union
06.2017 - 07.2017
In Store Employee
Papa John's
11.2016 - 08.2018
Student Intern
Educational Federal Credit Union
09.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - English
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida State University
High School Diploma -
G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School
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