Shawna Freeman
Salcha,SD
Summary
Teaching professional with proven ability to create stimulating and supportive classroom atmosphere. Known for crafting engaging lesson plans and fostering love for learning among students. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and consistently focused on achieving educational goals.
Experienced with developing and delivering age-appropriate curriculum to elementary students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to maintain student interest and support diverse learning styles. Track record of fostering positive classroom environment and effectively managing student behavior.
Professional educator prepared for this role with strong classroom management, curriculum development, and student engagement skills. Known for fostering collaborative environment and achieving educational outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, ready to meet changing needs and ensure student success. Strong in communication, problem-solving, and fostering positive learning atmosphere.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
08.2023 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
Elementary Teacher
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
English Language Arts Teacher
Trinity Elementary North Catholic Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Establish positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students
- Implement innovative teaching approaches for special needs students to meet requirements of individualized education plans
- Develop age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces including short stories, poetry, plays and non-fiction to meet diverse learning styles
- Enhanced student comprehension by tailoring instruction to individual learning styles.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for improving student literacy and fostering a love for reading
Customer Service Representative
Dickinson Parks and Recreation
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Consulted with outside parties to resolve discrepancies and create effective solutions
- Assisted customers with setting appointments, shipping and special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up at other locations
- Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat customers, and improved sales
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
- Provided information to customers regarding charge accounts and loyalty program and helped to open and activate new accounts
- Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems while leveraging personal expertise to find appropriate solutions
Title 1 Read 180 Paraprofessional
DIckisaon Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives, and philosophies
- Planned and prepared various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Missoula Public School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records
- Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
Property Manager CEO
CEO Farmington ND Rentals
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve effectiveness and policy enforcement, resulting in improved employee job satisfaction and higher performance levels
- Increased company revenue by $10,000 in 1 year through aggressive new market strategies
- Led strategic and business initiatives to successfully grow revenue in areas such as rental occupancy and quality tenants
- Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations
- Drove implementation of new market expansion to propel business forward and adapt to market changes
- Achieved substantial increase in occupancy by using market expertise and business knowledge to make proactive decisions
- Identified and capitalized on short- and long-term revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships, including negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts
- Spearheaded initiatives to better target business metrics tracking and improve decision-making with real-time data
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base, solidify market presence and diversify offerings
AH 64 Apache Helicopter Crew Chief
United States Army
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Maintenance and preflight readiness of the Apache helicopter
- Performed thorough inspections
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- Conduct repairs
- Maintain log book Accurate records
- Ensuring the aircraft is safe and operational
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06-2025
Alternative Licensure - Elementary Education
San Juan College
Farmington, NM05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12-2011
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Multitasking and organization
- Cultural awareness
- Time management
- Oral communication
Certification
Alaska Reads Act
Alaska Elementary Education Grades 1-8 License
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
English Language Arts Teacher
Trinity Elementary North Catholic Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
Customer Service Representative
Dickinson Parks and Recreation
01.2019 - 01.2020
Title 1 Read 180 Paraprofessional
DIckisaon Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Missoula Public School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Property Manager CEO
CEO Farmington ND Rentals
01.2013 - 01.2018
AH 64 Apache Helicopter Crew Chief
United States Army
01.2003 - 01.2007
Alaska Reads Act
Alaska Elementary Education Grades 1-8 License
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Alternative Licensure - Elementary Education
San Juan College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Mexico State University
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