Shawnne McDaniel
New Bern,NC
Summary
Elevated student engagement and performance at Craven County Schools through innovative classroom management and critical thinking strategies. Expert in fostering relationships and motivating students, evidenced by significant improvements in learning outcomes. Pursued continuous professional development, mastering both hard and soft skills to enhance educational excellence.
Professional educator skilled in fostering engaging and inclusive learning environments. Strong background in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Highly collaborative, dependable, and adaptable to evolving educational needs. Expert in language instruction with passion for nurturing student growth and academic success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Craven County Schools
01.2006 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Teacher
Seminole County Schools
08.1998 - 12.2005
Teacher
Liberty County Schools
08.1996 - 06.1998
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12-1993
Skills
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
Certification
- NC 6-12 ELA Teaching License
- College Board: AP Literature and Composition
- Apple Teacher
- AVID Certified
Timeline
Teacher
Craven County Schools
01.2006 - Current
Teacher
Seminole County Schools
08.1998 - 12.2005
Teacher
Liberty County Schools
08.1996 - 06.1998
Master of Arts - Education
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Florida
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