SHELBY BLAKE
Wallingford,PA
Summary
Experienced Curriculum Implementation Specialist and veteran teacher skilled in instruction, curriculum design, and professional development. Fosters collaboration among educators and leverages instructional technology to enhance learning outcomes. Drives continuous improvement in educational practices through effective feedback analysis and communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Implementation Specialist
Wallingford Swarthmore School District
Wallingford, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- Develops and organizes professional development for instructors to enhance curriculum development.
- Provides ongoing support to educators in curriculum-related inquiries.
- Adapts instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse groups of adult learners.
- Creates instructional materials, such as lesson plans, tests, and assignments.
- Assesses student learning outcomes to validate alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Demonstrates knowledge of varied learning modalities
- Gathers feedback from students and faculty on the effectiveness of the current curriculum.
- Evaluates existing curricula and recommends targeted changes to improve effectiveness.
- Assists in the integration of technology into assessments and resources.
- Coaches teachers on differentiated instruction techniques in mathematics education.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Wallingford Swarthmore School District
Wallingford, Pennsylvania
08.2018 - 07.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Led grade-level initiatives, coordinating faculty efforts to enhance curriculum and instruction.
- Developed and presented professional development on thedistrict LMS to the elementary teaching team.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary projects and lessons.
- Organized classroom activities fostering creative expression and critical thinking among students.
- Provided hands-on learning opportunities that built student self-esteem and life skills.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and needs.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Parkway School District
St. Louis, Missouri
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Instructed groups of up to 27 students while providing targeted support to individuals and small groups to enhance overall learning outcomes.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful, productive learning atmosphere that encouraged student engagement.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted evaluations to measure students' performance and progress, guiding improvements in specific areas to foster academic growth.
- Served as PLC leader, coordinating efforts among team members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum, instruction, and data analysis.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
Education
Master of Science - Learning, Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction
THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA
Columbia, Missouri01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Education
THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA
Columbia, Missouri01.2014
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Instructional Strategies
- Professional Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Data Analysis
- Educational Leadership
- Strategic Thinker
- Time Management
- Instructional Coaching
- Instructional Technology
- Feedback Evaluation
- Highly proficient in Google Suite, LMS, AI
Timeline
Math Implementation Specialist
Wallingford Swarthmore School District
08.2024 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Wallingford Swarthmore School District
08.2018 - 07.2024
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Parkway School District
07.2014 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Learning, Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction
THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA
Bachelor of Science - Education
THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA