Shelby Irvin
Owosso,MI
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Holt Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected science and social studies content to other subject areas.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Mentored new and pre-service teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
7th Grade Science Teacher
Warren Woods Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided consistent feedback on student work, resulting in increased understanding and improved performance.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest educational research and best practices for teaching 7th grade science.
- Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
- Promoted scientific literacy among students by emphasizing real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to foster collaboration and teamwork among students while deepening their understanding of key scientific concepts.
Teacher
Somerset Academy
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Monitored student progress to adapt instruction and address individual challenges.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Established strong relationships with families to support student success.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Science Education, Middle Grades
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI05.2016
Skills
- Team player
- Conflict management
- Group instruction
- Public speaking
- Video conferencing
- Data analytics
- Curriculum development
- Educational technology
Certification
- State of Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate (K-5 Self Contained, 6-8 Science, 6-8 Social Studies)
- First Aid/CPR/AED - American Red Cross
Timeline
6th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Holt Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
7th Grade Science Teacher
Warren Woods Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher
Somerset Academy
08.2019 - 05.2021
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2017 - 01.2019
- State of Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate (K-5 Self Contained, 6-8 Science, 6-8 Social Studies)
- First Aid/CPR/AED - American Red Cross
Master of Arts - Science Education, Middle Grades
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oakland University
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