Shawn Vest
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Versatile Multisensory Teaching Approach Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dyslexia Teacher
Great Hearts Texas - Prairie View
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to improved reading comprehension and academic success.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies tailored to the unique needs of dyslexic learners, promoting literacy development.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, resulting in increased collaboration and communication.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding student progress, addressing concerns promptly and collaborating on strategies for improvement.
- Evaluated student progress using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Improved individual student performance by providing personalized instruction and feedback on assignments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to dyslexia education, staying informed about current research and instructional methods.
- Served as a resource for teachers seeking guidance on best practices for supporting students with dyslexia in the general education classroom.
- Established high expectations for all students while acknowledging individual strengths and areas of growth, motivating learners to strive for excellence in all aspects of their educational journey.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
Apprentice Teacher
Great Hearts Texas - Prairie View
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a mentor for new apprentice teachers, sharing insights and strategies for successful classroom management and instructional delivery.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed based on student interests and abilities, ensuring relevance and accessibility for all learners.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work through regular assessments and evaluations, guiding their improvement over time.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing clear expectations and consequences, ensuring a focused learning atmosphere for all students.
- Developed innovative lesson plans by incorporating various teaching methods and materials, leading to increased student engagement and comprehension.
- Monitored student progress toward academic goals through ongoing assessment data analysis, using findings to adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills across subjects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best teaching practices, further enhancing classroom effectiveness.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Undergraduate Student
Arizona State University & Georgia Military College
08.2019 - Current
Professional Truck Driver
Various
01.1999 - 01.2011
- I drove a box van as well as HAZMAT tankers locally and throughout the United States.
Food & Beverage Manager
Various
01.1993 - 01.1999
- I worked as a food and beverage manager for fine dining and mom and pop establishments throughout Coastal South Carolina and Middle Georgia.
Operations Specialist 3rd Class
United States Navy
01.1991 - 01.1993
Education
BA History, Minor in English -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2022
Associate of Arts, History -
Georgia Military College
Milledgeville, GA12.2018
Graduate -
Summerville High School
Summerville, SC06.1991
Skills
- Reading Strategies
- Collaborative Teaching
- Multisensory Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Phonemic Awareness
- Special Education Law
- Progress Monitoring
- Structured Literacy
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Relationship Building
- Data Collection
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Support
Certification
Fully certified in the Multisensory Teaching Approach
Timeline
Dyslexia Teacher
Great Hearts Texas - Prairie View
07.2023 - Current
Apprentice Teacher
Great Hearts Texas - Prairie View
07.2022 - 07.2023
Undergraduate Student
Arizona State University & Georgia Military College
08.2019 - Current
Professional Truck Driver
Various
01.1999 - 01.2011
Food & Beverage Manager
Various
01.1993 - 01.1999
Operations Specialist 3rd Class
United States Navy
01.1991 - 01.1993
BA History, Minor in English -
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts, History -
Georgia Military College
Graduate -
Summerville High School
Fully certified in the Multisensory Teaching Approach
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