Shelby Peacock
Justin
Summary
Resourceful Junior High School English Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring positive learning environments and fostering students' love for learning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior High School English Teacher
Victory Christian Academy
Decatur
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to foster a love for literature and writing.
Fifth Grade English Teacher
Ponder Independent School District
Ponder
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and assignments, as well as active monitoring.
Kindergarten Teacher
Ponder Independent School District
Ponder
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards for early childhood education.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities to promote social and emotional development in students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student growth and development.
- Assessed student progress through observations and informal assessments regularly.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance learning experiences for children.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and skills.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Coordinated classroom events and activities that encourage family engagement in education.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ponder Independent School District
Ponder
06.2018 - 01.2022
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Helped prepare instructional materials and resources for lessons.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance support strategies for students.
- Documented student progress and shared insights with teachers regularly.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Tucson, AZ 06.2018 - 01.2023
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Organization
- Leader
- Team Player
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate
Accomplishments
- Ponder ISD Upper Elementary Teacher of the Year, 2024-2025
Timeline
Junior High School English Teacher
Victory Christian Academy
07.2025 - Current
Fifth Grade English Teacher
Ponder Independent School District
06.2024 - 07.2025
Kindergarten Teacher
Ponder Independent School District
01.2022 - 06.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ponder Independent School District
06.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
06.2018 - 01.2023