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Shawn Blaine

Wake Forest,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Special education teacher

Smith Elementary
01.2019 - Current
  • Provided instruction and support one-on-one and to small groups of students in reading, math, social studies and science
  • Wrote daily lesson plans for all subjects
  • Pushed into the regular education classroom to support special education students
  • Facilitated IEP and transition to middle school meetings
  • Facilitated behavior intervention plan meetings and managed plan as needed
  • CPI Certified
  • Trained in Recipe for Reading and letterland
  • Member of PBIS/Star Committee.

Head Swim Coach

Greenway Club At Falls River
05.2014 - Current
  • Boosted athlete retention rates by fostering strong relationships with swimmers and their families through effective communication.
  • Assisted in fundraising efforts for the team by securing sponsorships, organizing fundraisers, and promoting events throughout the community.
  • Attended coaching conferences and workshops to stay current on industry trends and best practices for swim coaching.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks such as record-keeping and communication through efficient use of technology tools like online databases and email services.
  • Had to manage 220 swimmers and parents.
  • Mentored junior coaches on effective coaching techniques, reinforcing a unified approach across all age groups within the program.
  • Received accolades from parents, administrators, and fellow coaches for dedication to swimmer success in the pool.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches to ensure consistency in coaching methods and goal-setting for swimmers.
  • Increased team success by cultivating a positive and supportive environment for athletes to grow and excel.
  • Developed age-appropriate workouts, focusing on skill development, technique improvement, and endurance building.
  • Managed swim meet logistics, including event registration, lineup creation, and coordinating travel arrangements for the team.
  • Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.

Special education teacher

Wiley Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided instruction and support one-on-one and to small groups and of students in reading, math social studies and science
  • Wrote daily lesson plans for all subjects
  • Pushed into the regular education classroom to support special education students
  • Facilitated IEP and transition to middle school meetings
  • Facilitated behavior intervention plan meetings and managed plan as needed
  • CPI Certified
  • Trained in Recipe for Reading.

Substitute teacher

Brooks Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Long term substitute in self-contained emotionally disabled special education classroom of 8-12 students 4 months at a time during multiple years
  • Provided instruction one-on-one and to small groups of students in reading and math
  • Provided support to maintain behavior management and control
  • Provided support for the teacher in organization and daily schedule
  • Cross categorical resource: Provided instruction to small and large group instruction in reading, math and writing
  • Regular education: Followed substitute plan
  • Provided large group instruction in reading, writing and math.

Education

License in special education, graduate -

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC

Bachelor of Science in Business Management -

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Skills

  • Energetic - Motived - Compassionate -
  • strategic planning -
  • schedule management
  • relationship building
  • Team Collaboration
  • work flow planning
  • advanced problem solving
  • data collection and analysis
  • coaching and mentoring
  • conflict management

Timeline

Special education teacher

Smith Elementary
01.2019 - Current

Special education teacher

Wiley Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2019

Head Swim Coach

Greenway Club At Falls River
05.2014 - Current

Substitute teacher

Brooks Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2017

License in special education, graduate -

North Carolina Central University

Bachelor of Science in Business Management -

East Carolina University
Shawn Blaine