SHAWN SPEAGLE
Clearwater,FL
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Journalism Teacher
Athenian Academy Charter School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved student writing skills by providing constructive feedback and personalized guidance on assignments.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of multimedia presentations, developing current events, and controversial topics in the media
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum, covering essential journalism topics such as ethics, reporting techniques, and news writing styles.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to provide context for journalistic principles and practices.
- Improved F.A.S.T testing scores in Language Arts through the assistance of journalism.
High School Teacher
Center Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Taught a wide array of subjects ranging from Marine Science, 4 Social Studies (U.S Government, U.S History, World Geography, and Economics), English, Math, and I.E.W (Institute for Excellence in Writing)
- Built and managed an inclusive classroom for students with ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tourettes Syndrome, and varying behavioral issues
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
Upper Level ELA Teacher
Tampa Bay Academy
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans using i-Ready and Abeka curriculum for the purpose of teaching English as a secondary Language
- Promoted the cultural transition and well-being of students transitioning from Latin and Central American countries
- Administered classes promoting art and poetry as viable learning components for guided discussions and emotional support for students
- Assisted in develop of student academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Reading Teacher
Middle School ELA, Tyrone Middle School
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Facilitated student reading comprehension and analytical preparedness for standardized testing
- Supplemented lessons with real-world articles to create growth awareness of students' basic knowledge
- Designed a diverse array of online content to help student understanding of digital literacy
- Created student rapport through personalized essays, while also managing a safe learning environment.
Social Media Content Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked with Facebook and Instagram's policy division in creating additional policies and protections for Suicide and Self-Harm online
- Compiled data on graphic violence and hate speech, and created detailed reports in order to send authorities on the perpetrators
- Categorized sexualized content to better monitor sexual abuse and sexual solicitation
- Assisted in the research of politicians using campaign funds to target key social media users.
Editor and Content Creater
Measurement Incorporated
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Edited, graded and reviewed essays for English Language Learning students participating in online courses inside and outside the United States
- Created online workshops detailing grading standards and digital support for international students
- Peer-reviewed lesson plans and assisted in streamlining content for accessability
- Supported online teaching for Environmental Science themed topics (solar power, wind turbines, water conservation)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of South Florida
St. Petersburg, FL05.2017
Associate of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL11.2014
Skills
- Modern classroom technology (Canvas, Microsoft Teams and Office, Adobe, Nearpod, Portal, i-Ready)
- Digital media production (streaming, podcasts, digital articles)
- Student instruction for literary comprehension, analysis and synthesis
- Proficient in multiple styles of curriculum (Common Core, BEST, Abeka, Spectrum, McGraw Hill)
- Hands-on learning through scientific disections
Accomplishments
- Certification for ELA Grades 6-12
- Reading Endorsement
- Digital Media Literacy
- Proofreading and editing
- Social media expertise in software and ethics
Affiliations
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Thespian Society
Timeline
Journalism Teacher
Athenian Academy Charter School
08.2023 - 05.2024
High School Teacher
Center Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
Upper Level ELA Teacher
Tampa Bay Academy
08.2021 - 08.2022
Reading Teacher
Middle School ELA, Tyrone Middle School
09.2019 - 06.2021
Social Media Content Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2018 - 08.2019
Editor and Content Creater
Measurement Incorporated
10.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
St. Petersburg College
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