Shelby Martin
Pennsauken
Summary
Dedicated and reliable K-5 Educator with 10+ years of experience in providing a well-balanced, supportive, innovative and engaging learning environment for all students. Extremely hardworking individual with documented success in providing activities and materials that engross and develop students intellectually. Seeking a full-time position to build an enduring career that will utilize my strong passion and dedication to educational retention and development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
In House Replacement Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
09.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, offering guidance and sharing best practices for effective instruction.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a sense of trust that encouraged open communication about academic challenges or personal concerns.
- Provided personalized support for students with diverse learning needs, helping them reach their full potential.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced subject matter across multiple areas of study.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, addressing concerns and celebrating achievements.
- Evaluated student progress through both formal and informal assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed based on results.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Designed project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Improved reading skills among struggling students by implementing targeted interventions and supports.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Lead Teacher
Camden Kids Academy
09.2013 - 06.2024
- Conduct small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Assist children 3-4 times a day in their daily routines including circle time, centers and group activities.
- Cultivate a warm supportive environment for developing long-term emotional and social growth.
- Maintain timely communication with all parents/guardians through weekly update folders, newsletters, phone calls, in-person meetings and conferences concerning student progress.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2016 - 06.2023
- Manage a class of 20-25 students and teach lesson plans assigned by permanent teacher for students' in grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade.
- Encourage student participation and provide individual instruction as necessary; provide clerical assistance to school administrators with copying, faxing, scanning and updating bulletin boards.
- Maintain effective classroom management and apply advanced teaching skills in all subject areas.
- Coordinate with cafeteria staff to maintain a stable lunch hour; distribute breakfast, lunch and snacks to children throughout the course of the day.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies, Psychology
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05.2018
Associate of Science - Secondary Education
Camden County College
Camden, NJ05.2014
Skills
- Excellent Student Rapport
- Strong Knowledge of IEP
- Classroom Management
- Problem-Solving & Research
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Creative Lesson Planning
- K-5 Instruction (All subjects)
- Microsoft Office Proficient
Timeline
In House Replacement Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2016 - 06.2023
Lead Teacher
Camden Kids Academy
09.2013 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies, Psychology
Rutgers University
Associate of Science - Secondary Education
Camden County College
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