Shawncey G. Cook Young
Education
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Dedicated and focused Educational Professional with master's degree in Education Administration and a proven track record of managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Adept at empowering educators, improving lesson plans and curriculum, engaging with students and collaborating with stakeholders to drive academic excellence. Proficient in implementing data-informed strategies to enhance student outcomes and optimize operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Educator, Tutor, ACT Bootcamp Presenter
Hopkinsville High School (CCBoE)
2009.08 - Current
- Provide leadership and support to staff, fostering a positive and collaborative school culture. Conduct regular mentoring evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance teaching methods and improve student outcomes and increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Oversee Professional Learning Communities (PLC) curriculum development and implementation to assess student performance and feedback to facilitate student success, resulting in an improvement in standardized test scores within two academic years.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Utilized data analysis to tailor instruction and tutoring, resulting in improvements in students' standardized test scores (EOC, ACT, On-Demand).
Tutor, Teacher, Presenter, & Administrator Duties
Hopkinsville Community College
2012.08 - Current
- Established a positive classroom and tutoring environment conducive to learning, contributing to a critical thinking skills through through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Conducted group tutoring workshops to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Served as an ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
- Incorporated visual aids such as slideshows, videos, and images to support key points in presentations, enhancing audience understanding of the material presented.
Tutor, Presenter, & Program Administration
Murray State University Upward Bound Program
2018.08 - Current
- Utilized data analysis to tailor instruction and tutoring, resulting in an improvement in students' standardized test scores.
- Established a positive classroom and tutoring environment conducive to learning, contributing to a critical thinking skills through through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Served as an ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
- Contributed subject matter expertise as a panelist or guest speaker at conferences or events related to my field.
- Incorporated visual aids such as slideshows, videos, and images to support key points in presentations, enhancing audience understanding of the material presented.
Educator
Murray State University Dual Enrollment
2021.08 - Current
- Designed online curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student engagement and performance throughout the school semester.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Murray State University
Murray, KY08.2023
Master of Arts - Education
Siena Heights University
Adrian, MIBBA - Business Admin & Computer Information Management
Northwood University
Midland, MIAssociates Business Administration (A.B.A) - Small Computer Systems
Delta College
University Center, MISkills
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Teacher training and development
- Data analysis and assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Setting High Expectations & Classroom Management
- Building Rapport & Ability to Work in a Team
- Teacher Training/Mentoring
- Developing Curriculum & Testing Material
- Technology Integration & Informational Technology
- Mentoring & Tutoring Students
- Online Teaching
- Core Curriculum and Standards
Certification
- KBU: Business & Marketing - Grades 5-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KCS: Endorsement: Computer Science - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KEN: English - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KG20: Middle Grades Social Studies - Grades 5-9 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KG30: Middle Grades English & Communications - Grades 5-9 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KSS: Social Studies - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
Timeline
Educator
Murray State University Dual Enrollment
2021.08 - Current
Tutor, Presenter, & Program Administration
Murray State University Upward Bound Program
2018.08 - Current
Tutor, Teacher, Presenter, & Administrator Duties
Hopkinsville Community College
2012.08 - Current
Educator, Tutor, ACT Bootcamp Presenter
Hopkinsville High School (CCBoE)
2009.08 - Current
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Murray State University
Master of Arts - Education
Siena Heights University
BBA - Business Admin & Computer Information Management
Northwood University
Associates Business Administration (A.B.A) - Small Computer Systems
Delta College
- KBU: Business & Marketing - Grades 5-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KCS: Endorsement: Computer Science - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KEN: English - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KG20: Middle Grades Social Studies - Grades 5-9 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KG30: Middle Grades English & Communications - Grades 5-9 Expiration: 6/30/2029
- KSS: Social Studies - Grades 8-12 Expiration: 6/30/2029
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