Shay Pennington-White
583 Wheelers Mill Road, Wheelersburg
Summary
Motivating and talented educational specialist driven to inspire others to pursue academic and personal excellence with the implementation of innovative teaching and coaching methods.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher & Varsity Volleyball Coach
Portsmouth City Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Owner, Readucators LLC
Foundations Of Reading Teaching Licensure Exam
08.2018 - Current
- Utilize Zoom to conduct online classes for students to become effective in the Science of Reading based approach to literacy development to be successful on the Foundations of Reading Exam.
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
University of Rio Grande
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Co-chair of Ohio's Plan to Raise Literacy Achievement Grant and implemented the Science of Reading Approach in teaching Reading & Phonics to aspiring teacher's to become effective classroom reading teachers.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
Principal
Adams County/Ohio Valley Schools
08.2008 - 07.2018
- Lead a building of students & staff to Accomplished as outlined by ODE by Modeling expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
Teacher & Varsity Volleyball Coach
Portsmouth City School District
08.1998 - 05.2008
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Education
Certificate -
LETRS Training
University Of Cincinnati05.2022
Associate of Arts - Orton Gillingham Associate Levels 1 & 2
Ashland University
Ashland, OH2021
K-12 Gifted Intervention Specialist -
Liberty University
Richmond2017
PK-12 Principal's Licensure
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH2006
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Ohio University
Athens, OH2004
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-8)
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH1998
Skills
- Developed effective and high-quality curriculum by heading committees
- Implemented high-quality ELA instruction in grades 3-8 with effective instructional strategies to align with the Common Core and Ohio Learning Standards
- Co Pi for Ohio's Plan to Raise Literacy Achievement Grant
- Worked collaboratively with parents, students, staff and the community to ensure success for all students through meetings, record keeping, attendance monitoring, individual learning plans, and instructional guidance
- Participated and guided IEP Meetings to develop action plans for identified students
- Developed and implemented course syllabi
- Utilized data to make informed instructional decisions for staff and students
- Conducted evaluations of teachers and provided feedback for best practices
- Collaborated with PS-6th grade teachers during TBT meetings in the analysis of data
- Demonstrated the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexibility and a team-centered, student- focused approach in all settings
- Modeled cooperative learning strategies in the classroom for teachers
- Developed behavior plans for at-risk students
Certification
- Ability to lead presentations for diverse populations
- Exceptional technology skills (Google, Excel, Microsoft)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Expertise in the implementation of unique instructional strategies
- Strong collaboration skills
- Outstanding communication skills
- Dedicated to detail
- Excellent critical thinking skills
- Exemplary research skills
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Flexible in challenging situations
- Ability to effectively implement technology
- Team player
- Ability to create a positive environment
- Effective time management skills
- Exceptional writing skills
- Ability to meet goals independently or collaboratively
References
Melinda Burnside, Superintendent, New Boston Local Schools
(740) 821-6456
Suzie Keller, Teacher, Portsmouth City Schools
(740) 464-7331
Richard Seas, Superintendent, Adams County Ohio Valley Schools
(419) 733-6983
Stephanie Scott, Associate Professor & Dept. Chair in Teacher Education, University of Rio Grande
(740) 645-0372
Timeline
Teacher & Varsity Volleyball Coach
Portsmouth City Schools
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
University of Rio Grande
08.2019 - 05.2021
Owner, Readucators LLC
Foundations Of Reading Teaching Licensure Exam
08.2018 - Current
Principal
Adams County/Ohio Valley Schools
08.2008 - 07.2018
Teacher & Varsity Volleyball Coach
Portsmouth City School District
08.1998 - 05.2008
K-12 Gifted Intervention Specialist -
Liberty University
PK-12 Principal's Licensure
University of Dayton
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-8)
University of Rio Grande
- Ability to lead presentations for diverse populations
- Exceptional technology skills (Google, Excel, Microsoft)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Expertise in the implementation of unique instructional strategies
- Strong collaboration skills
- Outstanding communication skills
- Dedicated to detail
- Excellent critical thinking skills
- Exemplary research skills
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Flexible in challenging situations
- Ability to effectively implement technology
- Team player
- Ability to create a positive environment
- Effective time management skills
- Exceptional writing skills
- Ability to meet goals independently or collaboratively
Certificate -
LETRS Training
Associate of Arts - Orton Gillingham Associate Levels 1 & 2
Ashland University
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