Shatonia Gordon
Calcasieu Parish School Board
Lake Charles,Louisiana
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience in instructional support, classroom leadership, and student engagement within the Calcasieu Parish School Board. Expertise in curriculum implementation, data-driven instruction, and fostering teacher collaboration enhances the ability to create impactful learning environments. As a relationship-driven Dean of Students, a strong focus on maximizing student learning is achieved through the development of a positive student culture and structured, supportive environments. Respected for integrity and leadership abilities; adept at strategic planning and conflict resolution while driving results through team collaboration and adaptability to evolving needs.
Work History
ELA Teacher
8 Years 1 Month- Develop and implement engaging, standards-based ELA instruction for middle school students.
- Utilized data-driven instructional strategies, resulting in improved student academic performance and enhanced literacy skills.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective management and behavior support, leading to increased student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues, administrators, and families to create a supportive network, enhancing student achievement.
- Serve as Student Council Sponsor and participate in leadership initiatives focused on school improvement.
- Ray D. Molo Magnet Middle School
Salon Owner
10 Years 6 Months- Trained and mentored staff in cutting-edge hair techniques and customer service excellence.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase client retention and attract new customers.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize product availability and reduce costs.
Student Employee
2 Months- Supported faculty, staff, and students in education lab, enhancing user experience and resource accessibility.
- Delivered technical support and monitored lab operations to ensure smooth functionality and user satisfaction.
- Managed operations of education lab
Substitute Teacher
3 Years 4 Months- Delivered instruction across grade levels, ensuring classroom continuity and structure to enhance student engagement.
- Maintained productive classroom environments, reinforcing positive behavior expectations to promote student responsibility.
Education
Master of Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership And Management
Expected February 2026
- Honor Roll 2024-2026
- Honor Roll 2024-2026
- Educational Leadership Classes
- 3.7 GPA
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
- Concentration: Women and Gender Studies
- Minor: History
- Completed 87 credit hours toward Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Skills
Parental communication
Student engagement
Crisis management
Student development
Classroom management
Behavioral management
Curriculum design
Faculty development
Team building
Analytical thinking
Goal setting
Continuous improvement
Data analysis
Affiliations
- Calcasieu Parish School Board Mentor
- Student Council Sponsor (2022–Present): Organize leadership activities, school events, and student engagement opportunities.
- Beta Club Sponsor (2025–Present): Support student leadership, service initiatives, and academic excellence.
- Teacher Leadership Summit Participant (2025 & 2026): Participated in leadership development focused on instructional improvement and school culture.
- Leaders in Education Research Association (LERA) (2015): Co-authored and presented research project titled “What’s In It For Me?”
Certification
Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Certification
Timeline
ELA Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School Board
08.2018 - CurrentRead More
Student Employee
McNeese State University
06.2018 - 08.2018Read More
Substitute Teacher
Combre Elementary & Oak Park Elementary
08.2015 - 12.2018Read More
Salon Owner
First Impression Hair Salon
08.2008 - 02.2019Read More
Grand Canyon University
Master of Educational Leadership from Educational Leadership And Management
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McNeese State University
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Studies
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