Shaun Palmer
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with diverse experience across various learning environments, including specialized and mainstream settings. Skilled in creating engaging curriculums tailored to individual student needs, fostering inclusive classroom atmospheres that inspire curiosity and learning. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methodologies to enhance student understanding and achievement. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that improved learner engagement and academic performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Mount Vernon High School
, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Instructed Regents US History & Global I
- Create instructional materials promoting cultural awareness and critical thinking.
- Developed effective ENL strategies through collaboration with extensive ENL population.
- Implemented effective strategies for classroom management.
- Craft content that resonates with reader experience.
- Refined techniques for effective NYS Regents exam preparation.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Teacher
Arlington High School
, NY
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Instructed Regents US History, CT Global II and Black America.
- Implemented multiple methods to meet educational needs of Special Education, 504, and ENL students.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of positive reinforcement and growth.
- Crafted instructional strategies and evaluations to enhance student learning.
- Collaborated with students from diverse socioeconomic statuses.
- Utilized educational technology consistently in classroom settings.
Substitute Teacher
Suffern High School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated learning in diverse subjects for grade levels 9 through 12.
- Assisted students across a range of learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Social Studies Teacher
Suffern High School
, NY
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Participation in Government & Eco, Regents US History, Global History and Geography, Sociology
- Civil/Human Rights
- Promotion of positive social emotional learning techniques and 21st century learning
- Developed assessments through Project Based Learning
- Develop data analysis and research skills in students through projects and assessments
- Increased parent communication skills
- Extra-Curricular Involvement
Education
Masters - Advanced Studies, Social Studies & Teacher Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
Dominican University
Blauvelt, New York, NY05.2019
Skills
- Serving diverse communities
- Student engagement
- Literacy development
- Creative lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Classroom technology
- Faculty collaboration
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Positive role model and mentor
- Curriculum implementation
- Social-emotional learning
- Behavior management
Affiliations
Nyack High School Varsity Assistant Lacrosse Coach (Jan 2024-Current)
- Developed and executed strategic game plans and adjustments during competitions.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Assisted coaches in organizing and leading practices, drills, and team meetings.
- Monitored and evaluated athlete's performance, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Conducted recruitment efforts to identify and attract promising athletes to the program.
- Facilitated athlete involvement in the collegiate recruiting process.
NYS Civic Seal of Approval Curriculum Developer (Sep 2021-Jun 2022)
- Developed and implemented curricula for new courses in alignment with educational standards.
- Worked with school administrators to determine course needs and set frameworks.
- Created assessments that measure student progress towards established learning objectives.
Suffern ALS Club Faculty Advisor (Sep 2020-Dec 2023)
- Spearheaded fundraising initiatives and awareness campaigns to support institutional goals.
Suffern High School Varsity Assistant Lacrosse Coach (Sep 2020-Dec 2023)
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Provided mentorship to athletes, fostering a positive and supportive team environment.
References
Kimberly Cleary, Suffern High School Social Studies Department Chairperson, (845) 598-7978, kcleary@sufferncentral.org
Dr. Eric Brand, Mt. Vernon Humanities Department Chairperson, (845) 486-4860 ext: 31149, ebrand@mtvernoncsd.org
Deborah Bryant, Arlington High School House Principal, dbryant@acsdny.org, (914) 665-5300
Certification
New York Adolescent Education in Social Studies 7-12
Timeline
Teacher
Mount Vernon High School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Arlington High School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Suffern High School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Suffern High School
09.2020 - 06.2022
New York Adolescent Education in Social Studies 7-12
Masters - Advanced Studies, Social Studies & Teacher Leadership
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
Dominican University
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