Sheila Nantz
Academic Tutor And Literacy Specialist
KEAVY,KY
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 13 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Exceptionally talented tutor with over six years of experience. Passionate about working with youth and adult learners. Strong commitment to enhancing and supporting education. Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates deliverance of one-on-one service with focus on learning and skills development. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, parents and support staff.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic Tutor
University Of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
2011 - Current
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and personal learning styles.
- Helped students prepare for teacher certification tests by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
AmeriCorps Literacy Tutor
Corbin Independent Schools
Corbin, KY
2009 - 2011
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Held group and individual reading discussions to assess student reading levels.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Encouraged students to find things to read individually to increase reading interest.
- Provided home-visits to parents to establish awareness of Early Literacy.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Media Center Assistant
Corbin Middle And High School
Corbin, KY
2006 - 2009
- Updated tracking spreadsheets with latest inventory and availability information.
- Compiled Accelerated Reader reports for program leaders.
- Managed scheduling calendars to strategically coordinate appointments and events.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems
- Implemented standard operating procedures.
- Used Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel to prepare various correspondence, reports and other written material.
- Liaised between clients and maintained effective lines of communication.
- Updated tracking spreadsheets with latest inventory and availability information.
- Compiled Accelerated Reader reports for program leaders.
- Managed scheduling calendars to strategically coordinate meetings, appointments and events.
- Collaborated with educators and students in selecting appropriate Lexile-level materials.
- Completed annual inventory of materials.
- Catalogued and prepared new inventory.
- Assisted students with technology.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Implemented standard operating procedures.
- Used Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel to prepare various correspondence, reports and other written material.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to fellow staff.
- Supported supervisor by scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
- Increased Media Center participation in special events by creating /displaying posters with detailed calendars and other updates.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and quality service.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
Girl Scouts Group Leader
Girl Scouts Of America
Keavy, KY
1988 - 2004
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe environment.
- Oversaw and managed funds.
- Organized community projects and events.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy Specialist
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY 2014 - 2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY 2007 - 2008
Skills
Building blocks of learning
Transitional support
Individualized instruction
Group/individual tutoring
Reading level analysis
Homework assistance
Differentiated instruction
ACT and PRAXIS preparation
Verbal and written communication
Writing tutoring
Patron assistance
Organizing community events
Managing funds
Timeline
Master of Arts - Literacy Specialist
University of The Cumberlands
2014 - 2016
Academic Tutor
University Of The Cumberlands
2011 - Current
AmeriCorps Literacy Tutor
Corbin Independent Schools
2009 - 2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Kentucky University
2007 - 2008
Media Center Assistant
Corbin Middle And High School
2006 - 2009
Girl Scouts Group Leader
Girl Scouts Of America
1988 - 2004
References
Available upon request