Shawna Bitton
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Versatile Homeschool Educator with background in designing and implementing comprehensive educational programs tailored to individual student needs. Strengths include adaptability, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills to cultivate positive learning environments. Significant impact made in fostering academic growth by prioritizing student engagement and encouraging active participation in the learning process.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
West Palm Beach, FL
03.2020 - Current
- Developed individualized lesson plans for each student based on their learning styles, abilities and interests.
- Created stimulating activities to reinforce the instruction of core curriculum topics such as math, science and language arts.
- Assessed student progress through regular testing and observation.
- Provided guidance to students in making educational decisions.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing ongoing communication regarding student performance and academic goals.
- Collaborated with other home educators to develop engaging curricula that met state standards.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through open-ended questions and problem solving activities.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons when appropriate.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
Gainesville, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
Mentor
MentorGNV
Gainesville, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated mentees' progress, providing feedback and guidance to ensure success.
- Provided advice to mentees on career paths, job opportunities and educational options.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee to discuss challenges, successes and goals.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
Delray Beach, FL
06.2016 - 04.2019
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
- Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
- Conducted weekly inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of daily transactions and deposits.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow between shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12-2024
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Special Education Support
- Technology Integration
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Engagement
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical decision making
Languages
Hebrew
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mentor
MentorGNV
09.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
05.2024 - Current
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
03.2020 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
06.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Florida
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